Lemon Blueberry Scones
Light, fluffy, and bursting with fresh blueberries and bright lemon flavor—perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an indulgent snack with tea!
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
For the glaze (optional):
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Cut in the butter: Add the cold cubed butter to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the butter into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add wet ingredients: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the cream, egg, vanilla, and lemon zest. Pour this into the flour mixture and stir gently until just combined.
- Fold in blueberries: Carefully fold in the blueberries, being careful not to crush them.
- Shape the dough: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Gently knead 1–2 times and shape into a circle about 1 inch thick. Cut into 8 wedges and place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake: Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until the tops are lightly golden. Remove from oven and let cool slightly.
- Glaze (optional): Whisk together powdered sugar and lemon juice. Drizzle over warm scones for a sweet, tangy finish.
- Serve: Enjoy warm with tea, coffee, or your favorite breakfast spread!
