Blueberry Orange Scones with White Chocolate Chunks

1 . Stage

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

2 . Stage

Place 2 cups flour, baking powder, and sugar in the bowl of a food processor or blender; pulse a few times to combine. Add shortening; pulse until mixture has the consistency of fine crumbs.

3 . Stage

Place flour mixture in a bowl; stir in white chocolate, blueberries, and orange zest. Stir milk into flour mixture gradually to form a smooth batter. Turn mixture out onto a floured board; sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup flour. Knead a few times to incorporate flour and form a smooth dough.

4 . Stage

Roll dough out 1/2-inch thick; cut scones with a biscuit cutter to desired size. Place scones on a baking sheet.

5 . Stage

Bake in the preheated oven until golden, about 15 minutes.