October 2025

• 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour (spooned & leveled), plus more for hands and work surface

• 1/3 cup (100g) granulated sugar

• 2 and 1/2 teaspoons baking powder

• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

• 1/2 teaspoon salt

• 1/2 cup (8 Tbsp; 113g) unsalted butter, frozen

• 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy cream (plus 2 Tbsp for brushing)

• 1 large egg

• 1 and 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract

• 1 heaping cup (140g) fresh blueberries

Step 1. Measure out your ingredients and preheat the oven to 400 degrees. (Measurements for kids are a great way to learn!)
Step 2. In a large bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Add cubed frozen butter. We want it cold/frozen so they are flaky! Add the butter to the flour mixture and combine it with your fingers until the mixture forms pea-sized crumbs. (Have fun washing hands and then get messy!)
Step 3. Whisk 1/2 cup heavy cream, the egg, and vanilla extract together in a small bowl. Drizzle over the flour mixture, add the blueberries, then mix until everything appears moistened.
Step 4. Pour the dough onto a floured surface, such as a board or counter, and, with floured hands, work it into a ball as best you can. Dough will be sticky. If it’s too sticky, add a little more flour. If it seems too dry, add 1–2 more Tablespoons of heavy cream. Press into an 8-inch disc and cut into triangles. Like a pizza! (Learning Shapes!)
Step 5. Brush scones with remaining heavy cream and, for extra crunch, sprinkle with coarse sugar. Refrigerate for 15 minutes, then bake. (Learning about temperature!)
Feel free to try different fruits, or cheese and veggies! These can be savory or sweet! Decrease the sugar to 1/8 for savory Scones!

Step 6. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. After refrigerating, arrange scones 2–3 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake for 22–25 minutes (learning about clocks and time!), or until golden brown around the edges and lightly browned on top. Remove from the oven and cool for a few minutes before enjoying!

• Happy Baking & Learning! Nurse Kellie