Description
These Blueberry Scones are light, flaky, and bursting with juicy blueberries. The addition of lemon zest adds a bright, citrusy note, while the sweet glaze provides the perfect finishing touch. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon tea.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons lemon zest
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled
- 1/2 cup heavy cream, chilled
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup frozen blueberries, not thawed
- Sugar crystals for topping
Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare Oven and Pan: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and lemon zest.
- Add Butter and Blueberries: Grate cold butter into dry ingredients. Use hands to mix lightly. Add frozen blueberries and toss gently.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine cream, egg, and vanilla extract. Pour over dry ingredients and stir to combine.
- Shape and Cut: On a lightly floured surface, form dough into a ball. Flatten into an 8-9 inch disc. Sprinkle with sugar crystals. Cut into 6-8 equal pieces.
- Bake: Arrange pieces on the baking sheet, leaving space between them. Bake for 25-28 minutes, until golden brown.
- Make Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk powdered sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla extract. Add more cream if too thick.
- Cool and Glaze: Let scones cool for 5-10 minutes. Drizzle glaze over the top.
Notes
- Use chilled ingredients for the best results.
- Do not thaw frozen blueberries before adding them to the dough.
- Gently handle the dough to prevent overworking.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410kcal
- Sugar: 29g
- Sodium: 165 mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 79mg
