Lemon-Blueberry Scones

Recipe Ingredients

Just a few simple ingredients create these perfect Lemon-Blueberry Scones.

All-Purpose Flour: Provides the structure for the scones. It creates the base that holds all the other ingredients together, giving the scones their shape and texture.

Baking Powder: Acts as a leavening agent, helping the scones rise and become light and fluffy. It creates air bubbles within the dough, resulting in a tender crumb.

Sugar: Adds sweetness to the scones and contributes to their golden-brown color when baked. It also helps to tenderize the dough.

Cold Butter: When cut into small pieces and incorporated into the flour, cold butter creates pockets of fat that melt during baking. This results in a flaky and tender texture, characteristic of good scones.

Lemon Peel: Infuses the scones with a bright, citrusy flavor. The lemon zest adds a refreshing aroma and enhances the overall taste profile.

Fresh Blueberries: Provide bursts of juicy sweetness and add moisture to the scones.

Whipping Cream: Adds richness and moisture to the dough, helping to bind the ingredients together. The fat content in whipping cream contributes to the scones' tender crumb and enhances their flavor.

Vanilla: Enhances the other flavors in the scones, adding a subtle warmth and complexity to the overall taste. It complements the lemon and blueberry notes, creating a well-rounded flavor profile.

How to Make Lemon-Blueberry Scones

Follow these steps and you will have perfect Lemon-Blueberry Scones ready to breakfast or brunch. See full recipe for all the details.

1. Combine Dry Ingredients

In a food processor, place the flour, baking powder, and 3 tablespoons of the sugar. Cover and process with pulses until the ingredients are blended. This ensures the baking powder is evenly distributed throughout the flour. Scatter the cold butter pieces evenly over the dry ingredients and add the grated lemon peel. Process until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

3. Incorporate Wet Ingredients and Blueberries

Transfer the crumb mixture to a large bowl. Add the fresh blueberries, tossing gently with a fork until they are evenly distributed. This prevents the blueberries from clumping together. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the whipping cream and vanilla extract. Pour the cream mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients and blueberries. Toss with a fork just until the dough begins to form, about 30 seconds. Be careful not to overmix, as this can result in tough scones.

4. Shape the Scones

On a parchment-covered cutting board, gently press the dough into an 8-inch round. Cut the round into 8 wedges and separate slightly to allow for even baking. Sprinkle the remaining 1 tablespoon of sugar to add a touch of sweetness and help create a slightly crisp top. Transfer to your baking sheet.

5. Bake & Serve

Bake for 14 to 16 minutes, or until the scones are golden brown. Cool for 10 minutes before serving. They are delicious on their own or with a pat of butter.

Storage

By following these storage tips, you can enjoy your Lemon-Blueberry Scones for longer while maintaining their delicious flavor and texture.

Room Temperature

Store the scones at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

Freezing

For longer storage, scones can be frozen. Allow the scones to cool completely after baking. Then, wrap each scone individually in plastic wrap and place them in a freezer-safe bag or container. They can be stored in the freezer for up to 2-3 months.

Thawing

To thaw frozen scones, remove them from the freezer and let them sit at room temperature for about 30-60 minutes or thaw them in the refrigerator overnight.

Reheating

To reheat scones, preheat your oven to 350°F. Place the scones on a baking sheet and bake for about 5-10 minutes, or until warmed through.