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Drizzle over the warm scones before serving

Mulberry Scones Recipe

These mulberry scones are buttery, tender, and filled with juicy bursts of fresh mulberries. Finished with a light lemon glaze and crisp golden tops, they’re perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon treat with coffee or tea.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

For the Scones
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ cup cold unsalted butter cubed
  • ½ cup plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup fresh mulberries
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
For the Egg Wash
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tablespoon milk
  • For the Lemon Glaze
  • ¾ cup powdered sugar
  • tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Pastry cutter or fork
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Whisk
  • Cooling rack
  • Small bowl for glaze

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
    Line a baking sheet with parchment paper
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and lemon zest.
    In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and lemon zest
  3. Add the cold butter and cut it into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter or fork until the texture resembles coarse crumbs.
    Add the cold butter and cut it into the flour mixture
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the yogurt, egg, milk, and vanilla extract.
    In a separate bowl, whisk together the yogurt, egg, milk, and vanilla extract.
  5. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until a shaggy dough forms.
    Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients
  6. Carefully fold in the mulberries, trying not to crush them too much.
    Carefully fold in the mulberries
  7. Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and gently shape it into a circle about 1-inch thick.
  8. Cut the dough into 8 wedges and place them slightly apart on the prepared baking sheet.
    Cut the dough
  9. Whisk together the egg and milk for the egg wash, then brush over the tops of the scones.
    Whisk together the egg and milk for the egg wash, then brush over the tops of the scones.
  10. Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until the scones are golden brown and cooked through.
  11. Let the scones cool for 10 minutes on a wire rack.
    Drizzle over the warm scones before serving
  12. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth. Drizzle over the warm scones before serving.

Notes

  • Keep the butter very cold for flaky, tender scones.
  • Fresh or frozen mulberries can be used. If using frozen berries, do not thaw first.
  • Avoid overworking the dough to prevent dense scones.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.