How to Make Blackberry-Thyme Scones - A Step-by-Step Guide

Blackberry-thyme scones are a delightful treat that combines the sweet and tart flavors of blackberries with the earthy aroma of fresh thyme. These scones are perfect for a leisurely weekend brunch or as an afternoon snack with a cup of tea. The combination of juicy blackberries and fragrant thyme creates a scone that is both savory and sweet, making it a unique and flavorful addition to any baking repertoire.

What sets these scones apart is the use of fresh blackberries, which infuse...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup oats
  • ⅓ cup butter, cut in small pieces
  • 1 tablespoon sugar, or more to taste
  • ½ cup half-and-half
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup fresh blackberries
  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 scones

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Process flour, oats, butter, and sugar together in a food processor until mixture resembles a coarse meal.
  • Stir half-and-half and eggs together in a bowl, reserving 1 tablespoon. Add egg mixture to flour mixture in food processor and pulse until it forms a soft dough.
  • Turn out dough onto lightly floured work surface. Press dough into a circle about 1-inch thick. Gently press blackberries into top of dough; brush with reserved 1 tablespoon egg mixture and sprinkle with thyme. Cut into six wedges and transfer to a baking sheet.
  • Bake in preheated oven until scones turn golden brown, about 15 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    286 cal.

    • Total Fat: 15g
    • Saturated Fat: 9g
    • Cholesterol: 97mg
    • Sodium: 106mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 31g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 7g
    • Vitamin C: 5mg
    • Calcium: 51mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 163mg