Jacqueline Hill
@jhicon44
Lemon Blueberry Scones Delight
Deliciously light and fluffy scones bursting with fresh blueberries and a hint of lemon zest, perfect for breakfast or a delightful afternoon treat.
Details
- Difficulty:medium
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Occasion:mother-day
- Ingredients:12
- Views:6
Recipe Information
- Prep time30 min.
- Cook time20 min.
- Total time50 min.
- Servings8
Ingredients
- 2 cups
- 1/3 cup
- 2 teaspoons
- 1 lemon
- 1/4 teaspoon
- 1/4 teaspoon
- 1/2 cup
- 1 cup
- 1/2 cup
- 1
- 1 tablespoon
- 2 tablespoons
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Lemon Blueberry Scones Delight.
Step 1
Begin by preheating your oven to a toasty 400°F (200°C) and prepare two baking sheets with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Step 2
In a food processor, blend together flour, sugar, baking powder, lemon zest, salt, and baking soda, pulsing just 3 to 4 times to combine the dry ingredients.
Step 3
Next, introduce the cold, cubed butter to the mix, pulsing until the texture resembles coarse crumbs—this should take about 20 to 25 pulses.
Step 4
Transfer this crumbly mixture into a large bowl.
Step 5
Gently fold in fresh blueberries, ensuring they are well coated with the dry ingredients for a burst of flavor in every bite.
Step 6
In a separate small bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup of heavy cream, an egg, and lemon juice until smooth.
Step 7
Pour this creamy mixture into the flour blend and stir just until everything is moistened—avoid overmixing to keep your scones tender.
Step 8
Turn the dough onto a floured surface, gently gathering it into a circle.
Step 9
Knead lightly to incorporate any stray dry bits, then flatten the dough into a 9-inch round disc and cut it into 8 triangles.
Step 10
Using a bench scraper, carefully transfer the scones to your prepared baking sheets, placing 4 scones on each.
Step 11
For a golden finish, brush the tops with 2 tablespoons of heavy cream.
Step 12
Bake in your preheated oven for 20 to 23 minutes, or until the scones are lightly browned and fragrant.
Step 13
Once baked, remove them from the oven and allow them to cool completely on a wire rack for about 30 minutes.
Step 14
For a delightful glaze, mix powdered sugar with lemon juice in a small bowl.
Step 15
Transfer this sweet mixture to a resealable plastic bag, snip off a corner, and drizzle it over the cooled scones, adding a zesty touch that elevates your treat.
Step 16
Enjoy the delightful aroma and taste of these homemade blueberry lemon scones, perfect for any occasion!.