Description
Lemon Blueberry Scones are a delightful fusion of zesty lemon and sweet blueberries, creating the perfect treat for breakfast or tea time. These light and flaky scones are incredibly simple to make, ensuring that even novice bakers can impress their friends and family with ease. Enjoy them warm with a pat of butter or clotted cream for a truly decadent experience that will brighten any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted cold butter, cubed
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- In another bowl, mix heavy cream and lemon zest; gently fold in blueberries.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed; avoid overworking the dough.
- Turn dough onto a floured surface, pat into a circle about an inch thick, and cut into wedges.
- Place on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone (70g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg