Lemon Blueberry Scones Recipe for a Bright Morning Treat
Enjoy warm lemon blueberry scones, a comforting breakfast treat bursting with flavor, perfect for lazy mornings.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Box grater
- Baking sheet
- Wire rack
- Parchment paper
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Spoon and level for accuracy.
- 1/4 cup Cane Sugar Can substitute with granulated sugar.
- 1 tbsp Baking Powder Essential leavening agent.
- 1/2 tsp Sea Salt Enhances flavor.
Butter Mixture
- 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter (frozen) Grate on the large holes for coarse crumbs.
Berries and Flavor
- 1 cup Blueberries Fresh or frozen works well, no thawing needed.
- 1 tbsp Lemon Zest Use fresh lemons for the best flavor.
Wet Ingredients
- 3/4 cup Cold Buttermilk Can substitute with milk and a splash of lemon juice.
- 1 large Egg Acts as a binding agent.
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Optional but recommended.
Topping
- 2 tbsp Coarse Sugar Optional garnish.
Instructions
Making Scones
- In a large bowl, combine all-purpose flour, cane sugar, baking powder, and sea salt. Mix well to ensure they are evenly distributed.
- Take your frozen unsalted butter and grate it using a box grater. Then, gently fold it into the flour mixture until the texture resembles coarse meal.
- Gently fold the blueberries and lemon zest into the flour mixture, being careful not to crush the berries.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the cold buttermilk, large egg, and vanilla extract until well combined. Pour this mixture over the dry ingredients and stir until a shaggy dough forms.
- On a lightly floured surface, gently knead the dough a few times, then form it into a ball.
- Flatten the dough into a disk about 1 inch thick and cut it into 8 wedges.
- Place the scone wedges on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, and freeze them for about 15 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Brush the tops of the scones with a bit of buttermilk and sprinkle them with coarse sugar. Bake for 18-27 minutes.
- Once baked, transfer the scones to a wire rack to cool slightly.
Notes
Optional: Drizzle with a lemon glaze for an extra touch of sweetness.