The Best Lemon Blueberry Scones

What makes these scones so special? Here’s a quick rundown:

• Ready in 30 minutes: Perfect for a quick breakfast or brunch.
• Moist and tender texture: Not dry or crumbly (in a bad way!).
• Perfectly crumbly edges: The desirable kind of crumbly that melts in your mouth.
• Bursting with berries and bright citrus flavor: A delightful combination that wakes up your taste buds.
• Drizzled with the best lemon glaze: The perfect tangy sweetness to complement the scones.

Key Ingredients You’ll Need

Let’s break down the key ingredients that make these lemon blueberry scones so irresistible:

• Flour: You’ll need 2 ½ cups of all-purpose flour, plus a little extra for dusting your work surface and hands while shaping the dough. This ensures the scones don’t stick and are easy to handle.
• Baking Powder: This is your leavening agent, giving the scones that desirable light and fluffy lift. Don’t skip it! Using the right amount is crucial for the perfect texture.
• Butter: Cold and cubed butter is essential for flaky and moist scones. The cold butter creates pockets of steam as it melts in the oven, resulting in that characteristic scone texture.
• Berries: Fresh or frozen blueberries work perfectly in this recipe. If using frozen, make sure to thaw them completely and drain off any excess liquid before adding them to the dough. This prevents the scones from becoming soggy. Raspberries or blackberries can also be substituted for a different flavor profile.
• Heavy Cream: Heavy cream is the secret to achieving that quintessential rich and tender scone texture. While buttermilk can be substituted (it will add a slightly tangier flavor!), avoid using milk or non-dairy milk alternatives, as they are not thick enough and won’t provide the same results.
• Lemon Juice & Lemon Zest: Fresh lemon is a must for this recipe! You’ll need both the zest and the juice to deliver that bright and zesty lemon flavor that perfectly complements the blueberries. Don’t use bottled lemon juice; the flavor simply isn’t the same.
• Eggs: Eggs bind all the ingredients together, adding richness and structure to the scones. Use large eggs for best results.

Refer to the recipe card below for detailed ingredient information and quantities.

How to Make Lemon Blueberry Scones: A Step-by-Step Guide

Ready to get baking? Follow these simple steps to create your own batch of delicious lemon blueberry scones:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a Silpat baking mat. This prevents sticking and ensures even baking.
2. Whisk Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder. This ensures that the baking powder is evenly distributed throughout the flour mixture, leading to a more consistent rise.
3. Incorporate Cold Butter: Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Use your fingers, a fork, or a pastry cutter to work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles wet sand. The key here is to avoid overmixing! Overworking the dough will develop the gluten, resulting in dense, tough scones.
4. Gently Fold in the Blueberries: Add the blueberries to the flour-butter mixture. Gently fold them in until they are evenly distributed. Be careful not to crush or mash the berries, as this will release their juices and potentially make the dough soggy.
5. Whisk Wet Ingredients: In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, vanilla extract, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and eggs. Ensure all the ingredients are well combined for a smooth and flavorful addition to the dry ingredients.
6. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients. Gently stir just until a wet dough forms. Again, be cautious not to overmix the dough or mash the blueberries. Transfer the dough onto a generously floured work surface to prevent sticking.

7. Shape and Cut the Dough: Gently form the dough into an 8-inch circle, approximately ¾-inch thick. Use a sharp knife or a pastry cutter to cut the circle into 8 equal wedges.
8. Arrange on Baking Sheet: Carefully place each wedge onto the prepared baking sheet, ensuring that they are spaced at least 2 inches apart. This allows for proper air circulation and even baking.
9. Brush with Heavy Cream: Brush the tops of the scones with a generous amount of heavy cream. This step is crucial for achieving that perfectly golden-brown and crisp exterior. Buttermilk can also be used as a substitute for heavy cream.

9. Bake to Golden Perfection: Bake the scones in the preheated oven for approximately 20 minutes, or until they are pale golden brown. Keep a close eye on them to prevent burning.

The Best Lemon Glaze Recipe

No lemon blueberry scone is complete without a tangy and sweet lemon glaze! This simple glaze uses just a few ingredients to create a delightful topping:

• Confectioners’ Sugar (Powdered Sugar): This provides the sweetness and structure for the glaze. Sifting is crucial!
• Whole Milk: A splash of whole milk thins the icing to the perfect consistency for drizzling. Other milks can be used as well.
• Lemon Juice & Lemon Zest: More lemon power! This adds that signature tangy citrus flavor.
• Melted Butter: A touch of melted butter adds richness and a smooth, glossy finish to the glaze.

Instructions: Sift the confectioners’ sugar into a medium bowl (this is essential to prevent lumps!). Whisk in the milk, lemon juice, melted butter, and lemon zest until well combined and smooth. If the glaze is too thick, whisk in additional lemon juice, one teaspoon at a time, until it reaches your desired consistency.

Tips for Recipe Success: Achieve Scone Perfection

Follow these tips for guaranteed success in baking the perfect lemon blueberry scones:

• Don’t Overwork the Dough: We want to mix the ingredients just enough until they are combined. Overworking the dough will develop the gluten, resulting in tough and dense scones.
• Brush with Heavy Cream (or Buttermilk): Don’t skip brushing the scones with heavy cream or buttermilk before baking! This seals in moisture, promotes browning, and lends a beautiful sheen to the finished scones.

Recipe FAQs: Your Scone Questions Answered

More Blueberry Recipes You’ll Love: Expand Your Blueberry Baking Repertoire

If you’re a blueberry fanatic, be sure to check out these other delicious blueberry recipes:

• Blueberry Orange Juice Bread
• Blueberry Cream Cheese Pastries
• 5-Minute Healthy Blueberry Frozen Yogurt
• Easy Blueberry Galette with Thyme
• Easy Blueberry Hand Pies
• 10-Minute Blueberry Sauce