Have we got a tea-filled treat for you today! When you pair the zesty lemon ginger tea with our probiotic-rich organic whole milk Lifeway Kefir, you’re also getting antioxidants, protein, and more benefits than just consuming them separately. Our Lemon Blueberry Scone is the perfect healthy alternative to a sweet breakfast treat since it’s so high in nutritional benefits. Make it this weekend to give your body a dose of protein, probiotics, and also give your baked goods a punch of antioxidants thanks to the beneficial compounds found in tea.
Looking for a dairy-free alternative to our kefir? Try our delicious Lifeway Oat product instead. Lifeway Oat is a cultured oat milk that comes with the benefits of being USDA-certified organic, certified gluten-free, vegan, and is also free of all artificial ingredients, gums, stabilizers, oil, and other ingredients you’ll find in most oat milk products on the market. It is also packed with probiotics thanks to our unique 10 strains of dairy-free cultures we use to make Lifeway Oat.
Cultured Dairy: The Nutrition Benefits You Actually 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 fat 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.
Not Just Oat Milk: Cultured Oat Milk Benefits 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 also 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, a combination of fiber and probiotics is even more beneficial for the gut, immune system, and for brain health due to the way this combination strengthens the microbiome, the powerhouse system of your entire health. This is where Lifeway Oat is so beneficial since it is an organic, cultured oat milk beyond just another standard oat milk. Lifeway Oat contains both fiber and probiotics to help support a healthier body and brain, which means an overall healthier you.
Prebiotics + Probiotics = A Healthier You
Prebiotics are non-living, non-digestible carbohydrates naturally found in a variety of fiber-rich plant foods. Your body actually can’t digest prebiotics, so they’re what probiotics feed off of to remain actively working in your digestive system. They help the digestive system by promoting the growth of good bacteria. Prebiotics and probiotics work together in balance to make sure our digestive system stays on track and regular. Research has found that consuming a variety of prebiotic and probiotic food sources may improve your body’s natural functions, including both your immune and digestive systems.
Ingredients
For Scone:
- 1 ½ cups almond Flour
- 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
- *Make it vegan, substitute with
- 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 or Vanilla Oat
- 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 or Lifeway Oat. 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.
- Pair it with Twinings Superblends Probiotics+ Lemon & Ginger Herbal Tea and enjoy!
