Our Blueberry Kefir Scones give new meaning to healthy treats! When you pair the zesty lemon with soothing, antioxidant-rich blueberries, plus our probiotic-rich organic whole milk Lifeway Kefir, you get the benefits of all these ingredients in one delicious recipe. Make it this weekend to give your body a dose of protein with nutrient-dense plant foods and pair with your favorite cup of tea!
Cultured Dairy: The Nutrition Benefits You Need to Know
With increasing research linking the correlation between probiotics, gut health, and immunity, it’s no secret that the integrity of our gut is vital to our health. Although additional factors such as stress, antibiotic usage, and individual health conditions can contribute to the condition of our gut, a focus on healthy food choices is one of the easiest ways to support the microbiome.
Several studies have shown a strong association between the gut-brain-microbiota. Probiotics introduced to the gut have been found to support immunity, improve allergies, and improve digestion.
Studies have shown that reduced diversity of healthy gut bacteria during early years is associated with an increase in food allergies during school-age years. In addition, kefir made from whole milk helps absorb key nutrients such as Vitamins A, D, E, and K. Vitamin K is important because it helps your bones absorb calcium. It’s important to know that kefir contains a special trio: vitamin D, K, and calcium – all three crucial elements to support bone health. Our Farmer Cheese is also a great source of all these nutrients, just in a different format for all the cheese lovers out there.
Ingredients
For Scone:
- 1 ½ cups almond flour (not almond meal)
- 1 ½ tsp. baking powder
- ¼ tsp. salt
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 2 tbsp. unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- ½ cup Organic Plain Whole Milk Kefir
- 3 tbsp. pure maple syrup
- 3 tbsp. freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup fresh blueberries
Probiotic Lavender Icing:
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar - more if needed
- 1 1/2 tbsp. more of Lifeway Kefir
- 1/2 – 1 tsp. Grade A edible lavender (to taste), crushed with hand
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F, and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Whisk in the lemon zest. Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles fine crumbs. Make a well in the center. Add in the kefir, maple syrup, lemon juice, and vanilla. Stir until just incorporated. Gently fold in the blueberries.
- Transfer the dough to the prepared baking sheet. Using a spatula, shape the dough into a ¾” tall circle, and brush with the extra 1 1/2 tbsp. of Lifeway Kefir. Slice the dough into 8 triangular segments with a sharp knife. Bake at 425°F for 19-22 minutes, or until the tops and sides are lightly golden. Cool on the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Add in all ingredients except the extra lavender for garnish and whisk until smooth.
- Spoon on in a thick layer and sprinkle the scones with extra lavender buds while the icing is still wet. Enjoy!
