Description

These Lemon Blueberry Scones are perfectly tender and flaky with a bright lemony aroma and bursts of fresh blueberries in every bite. Topped with a sweet lemon glaze and a sprinkle of crunchy turbinado sugar, they make a delightful breakfast or afternoon treat. The recipe combines fresh lemon zest and juice for a vibrant citrus flavor, paired with the natural sweetness of blueberries, all baked to golden perfection.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon lemon zest
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons turbinado sugar

Wet Ingredients

6 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into 1/4-inch cubes
1 cup heavy cream, plus 1 tablespoon for brushing
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Fruit

1 cup blueberries (fresh or frozen, do not thaw if frozen)

For Glaze

1 cup confectioners’ sugar
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Instructions

Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with a Silpat baking mat or parchment paper to ensure the scones do not stick and bake evenly.
Combine Dry Ingredients and Lemon Zest: In a large mixing bowl, combine the granulated sugar and lemon zest. Rub them together between your fingers until the lemon fragrance is released. Add the flour, baking powder, and salt, then whisk together until fully combined.
Cut in the Butter: Using a pastry blender or clean hands, quickly cut the cold cubed butter into the flour mixture until the mixture resembles coarse meal with some larger butter lumps remaining. This step is crucial for creating tender, flaky scones.
Mix Wet Ingredients and Form Dough: In a small bowl, whisk together 1 cup of heavy cream with the vanilla extract. Pour this over the dry ingredients and gently stir with a spatula until the dough starts coming together. Avoid overmixing. Carefully fold in the blueberries, ensuring they are evenly distributed without breaking them up.
Shape and Cut the Dough: Turn the dough out onto a floured surface. Gently bring it together into a rough ball, then pat it into a circle about 1 inch thick. Use a sharp knife to cut the dough into 8 triangular scones, being careful not to overwork the dough to keep the butter cold.
Chill the Scones: Place the scones on the prepared baking sheet and pop them into the freezer for 15 to 20 minutes. This chilling step helps prevent the scones from spreading too much while baking.
Brush and Sugar the Tops: Remove the scones from the freezer. Brush the tops with the remaining 1 tablespoon of heavy cream using a pastry brush, then sprinkle evenly with turbinado sugar to add crunch and sweetness.
Bake the Scones: Bake the scones in the preheated oven for 18 to 23 minutes, or until they are golden brown on the edges and bottom. Let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool fully.
Prepare and Drizzle Lemon Glaze: While the scones cool, whisk together the confectioners’ sugar and fresh lemon juice in a small bowl until smooth. Drizzle this glaze generously over the cooled scones for a bright and sweet finish.

Notes

Use cold butter to ensure flaky texture; if the butter melts, the scones may become dense.
If using frozen blueberries, do not thaw them before folding in to prevent the dough from turning blue and soggy.
Do not overmix the dough to maintain tender scones.
Patience while chilling before baking helps prevent excessive spreading.
Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or freeze for longer storage.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 23 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

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