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Lemon Blueberry Scones

Deliciously tender scones bursting with fresh blueberries and a hint of lemon zest, perfect for breakfast or a snack.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter cold and cubed
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest freshly grated
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries
For Topping
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar for sprinkling

Method
 

Prepare the Oven and Baking Sheet
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Mix Dry Ingredients
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
Cut in Butter
  1. Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients and use a pastry cutter to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Combine Wet Ingredients
  1. In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, heavy cream, and lemon zest.
Combine Mixtures
  1. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Gently fold in the blueberries.
Shape the Scones
  1. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and pat it into a circle about 1 inch thick. Cut into wedges and place on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake
  1. Sprinkle the tops with granulated sugar and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
Cool and Serve
  1. Allow the scones to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These scones are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

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