Our Lemon Blueberry Scones recipe is a delightful blend of zesty lemon and juicy blueberries, making them perfect for a morning treat or a delightful brunch.
Made with all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and cold unsalted butter, these scones have a tender crumb and a buttery texture. The addition of fresh blueberries adds bursts of sweetness to every bite.
Drizzled with a tangy lemon glaze, these scones are a heavenly indulgence.
To make these lemon blueberry scones with lemon glaze, you'll need simple ingredients like all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, lemon zest, cold unsalted butter, eggs, heavy cream, fresh blueberries, and vanilla extract.
The scone dough is easy to prepare, and the blueberries add a delightful pop of color and flavor. Once baked to golden perfection, the scones are brushed with additional cream and sprinkled with turbinado sugar for a delightful crunch.
To elevate the flavor profile, we've prepared a tangy Lemon Glaze using powdered sugar, melted butter, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and lemon zest.
This glaze perfectly complements the scones, giving them a burst of citrusy flavor. Our blueberry lemon scones recipe is not only easy but also delicious. They're great for breakfast, brunch, or as a delightful snack any time of the day.
For more tasty scone recipes, be sure to explore our delicious variations. We have classic Scones that can be customized for both sweet and savory bases, our mouthwatering Blueberry Scones bursting with juicy berries, and delectable Chocolate Chip Scones for all the chocolate lovers out there.
How to Make Lemon Blueberry Scones
Note: Full instructions are provided in the recipe card below.
For the Lemon Blueberry Scones: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside. In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. Mix well.
Using a pastry blender, cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Alternatively, you can use your fingers to rub the cold butter into the dry ingredients until you achieve coarse crumbs with pea-sized clumps of butter within.
Toss in the blueberries until evenly distributed; take care to handle the blueberries gently, as mashing or bruising them can cause their vibrant color to bleed into the dough.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the cold heavy cream, vanilla, zest, and eggs until combined.
Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry mixture, folding until the dough just comes together. It may be a bit crumbly, but that's perfectly fine. Be careful not to overwork the dough, as this can result in tough scones.
Dump the dough out onto a very well-floured surface. Sprinkle a little more flour over the dough to prevent sticking. Flour your hands and knead gently into a ball.
Press the dough into a circle approximately 1 inch thick, adding a little flour as needed to prevent sticking to the working surface.
Cut the circle of scone dough into 12 triangle-shaped pieces using a bench scraper or a long, sharp knife. Carefully wiggle the slices to loosen them from the surface, making it easier to lift them.
Using a bench scraper or your hands, gently lift each slice and place them onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving some space between each scone. Chill the scones in the freezer for 20 to 25 minutes before baking.
Preheat the oven to 400ºF. Once chilled, lightly brush the tops of the scones with cream and sprinkle with turbinado sugar if desired. Bake the scones for 20 minutes, rotating the pans halfway through, until the tops are lightly browned and the insides are fully baked. Remove the Lemon Blueberry scones from the oven and allow them to cool for 15 minutes on the cookie sheet, then transfer them to a cooling rack to cool completely.
How to Make Lemon Glaze
In a medium-sized bowl, combine the melted butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Mix until smooth and well combined.
If the glaze seems too thick, add a bit more lemon juice, about ½ teaspoon at a time, until you achieve the desired consistency.
Alternatively, if the glaze is too thin, you can add a bit more powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, until it thickens.
Once you've reached the desired consistency, your lemon glaze is ready to use.
Drizzle the glaze over the scones. Allow the glaze to set for a few minutes before serving to let it slightly harden.
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Easy Lemon Blueberry Scones
Equipment
Ingredients
- 500 g (4 cups) all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled off with a knife
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons non-aluminum baking powder, leveled off with a knife
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- zest from 1 large lemon
- 226 g (2 sticks) cold unsalted butter , cut into very small pieces
- 4 large eggs , straight from the fridge
- ¾ cup plus 2 tablespoons cold heavy cream , plus for brushing
- 300 g (about 2 cups) fresh blueberries
- 2 tablespoons pure vanilla extract
- Additional heavy cream for brushing the tops
- Turbinado sugar , for sprinkling
For the Lemon Glaze
- 130 g (1 cup) powdered sugar
- 14 g (1 teaspoon) unsalted butter , melted
- ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- zest from 1 lemon
Instructions
For the Lemon Blueberry Scones:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside. In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. Mix well. Using a pastry blender, cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Alternatively, you can use your fingers to rub the cold butter into the dry ingredients until you achieve coarse crumbs with pea-sized clumps of butter within.
- Toss in the blueberries until evenly distributed; take care to handle the blueberries gently, as mashing or bruising them can cause their vibrant color to bleed into the dough. In a separate bowl, whisk together the cold heavy cream, vanilla, zest, and eggs until combined. Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry mixture, folding until the dough just comes together. It may be a bit crumbly, but that's perfectly fine. Be careful not to overwork the dough, as this can result in tough scones.
- Dump the dough out onto a very well-floured surface. Sprinkle a little more flour over the dough to prevent sticking. Flour your hands and knead gently into a ball. Press the dough into a circle approximately 1 inch thick, adding a little flour as needed to prevent sticking to the working surface.
- Cut the circle of scone dough into 12 tringle-shaped pieces using a bench scraper or a long sharp knife. Carefully wiggle the slices to loosen them from the surface, making it easier to lift them. Using a bench scraper or your hands, gently lift each slice and place them onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving some space between each scone. Chill the scones in the freezer for 20 to 25 minutes before baking.
- Preheat the oven to 400ºF. Once chilled, lightly brush the tops of the scones with cream and sprinkle with turbinado sugar if desired. Bake the scones for 20 minutes, rotating the pans halfway through, until the tops are lightly browned and the insides are fully baked. Remove the Lemon Blueberry scones from the oven and allow them to cool for 15 minutes on the cookie sheet, then transfer them to a cooling rack to cool completely.
For the Lemon Glaze:
- In a medium-sized bowl, combine the melted butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Mix until smooth and well combined. If the glaze seems too thick, add a bit more lemon juice, about ½ teaspoon at a time, until you achieve the desired consistency.
- Alternatively, if the glaze is too thin, you can add a bit more powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, until it thickens. Once you've reached the desired consistency, your lemon glaze is ready to use. Drizzle the glaze over the scones. Allow the glaze to set for a few minutes before serving to let it slightly harden.
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Notes
- Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the scones on a baking sheet and bake for about 5-10 minutes until warmed through.
- Toaster Oven: Slice the scones in half horizontally and lightly toast them in a toaster oven until warm.
- Microwave: Place a scone on a microwave-safe plate and heat on medium power for about 10 seconds until warmed. Be careful not to overheat, as the scones can become dry.
Nutrition
Nutrition Disclaimer: The nutritional information provided is an estimate, calculated using standard data sources. Actual values may vary based on ingredient brands, preparation methods, and portion sizes. This information is for general reference only and should not be considered a substitute for professional dietary advice.
