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Blueberry and Lemon Scones

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Tender, moist and lemony, these scrumptious Blueberry and Lemon Scones are perfect for afternoon tea or a weekend treat for you and your loved ones!

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Bowl of fresh blueberries

There is something about blueberries and lemon, they just go so well together, so when I came upon this recipe from the Pastry Affair blog, I just had to try it. I’m so happy to have had a small break today so that I could make these incredibly delicious Blueberry and Lemon Scones.

Freshly baked Blueberry and Lemon Scones served with icing on the side.

The recipe is from Pastry Affair and is simple and straightforward and I followed it pretty much as is except that I made them with half and half cream instead of heavy cream. Because of this substitution, the dough needed a bit more flour so I added about 4 tablespoons worth.  The extra flour made it easier to work the dough into a circle and cut it into eight portions.

Freshly baked Blueberry and Lemon Scones still on baking tray.

These Blueberry and Lemon SconesĀ are tender, moist and lemony. Since there is hardly any sugar in the scones, the lemon glaze helps to sweeten them up. If you prefer your baked good less sweet then you could eat them plain or maybe with some butter or clotted cream. Enjoy!

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Blueberry and Lemon scones served with icing on the side.

Blueberry and Lemon Scones

Adapted from Pastry Affair
Tender, moist and lemony, these delicious fresh Blueberry and Lemon Scones make a perfect weekend treat for you and your loved ones!
4.88 from 8 votes
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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 22 mins
Total Time 32 mins
Course Breakfast, Dessert/ snack
Cuisine American
Servings 8 scones
Calories 425 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Scones

  • 2 cups and 4 tbsp. all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp. granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp. baking powder
  • 1/8 tsp. salt
  • zest of 2 lemons
  • 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter cubed
  • 1/2 cup half & half cream
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries picked over and rinsed

For the Lemon Glaze:

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tbsp. freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 4 tsp. cream, half & half or milk

Instructions
 

Blueberry and Lemon Scones

  • Position a rack in the center of the oven and heat the oven to 350Ā°F.
  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
  • Put the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt and lemon zest in the bowl of your stand mixer, and with the mixer on low (fitted with the paddle attachment) combine the dry ingredients.
  • Add in the cubed butter and mix until the pieces of butter are the size of peas.
  • Whisk the egg into the cream and pour the mixture into the bowl with the rest of the ingredients, mix until the dough comes together and then add the blueberries. Do not over-mix or the blueberries will burst.
  • Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and using your hands shape the dough into a circle. Pat the dough so itā€™s about one inch thick.
  • Cut into 8 even portions and place on lined baking sheet.
  • Bake in the oven for 22 to 25 minutes until scones are lightly golden brown. Transfer scones to a wire rack to cool.

Glaze:

  • While the scones are cooling you can prepare the glaze by whisking the powdered sugar, lemon juice and cream in a small bowl.
  • Adjust the glaze to the desired consistency by adding more cream or milk.

Nutrition

Calories: 425kcalCarbohydrates: 66gProtein: 7gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 57mgSodium: 49mgPotassium: 291mgFiber: 2gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 455IUVitamin C: 2.6mgCalcium: 114mgIron: 3mg
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  17. Fae's Twist & Tango says

    Happy Fiesta Friday #20, SSP! When I take cruises, I make sure to go to the tea time at 3:30pm, to enjoy the scones. With addition of fresh blueberries and lemon zest, this recipe surpasses the wonderful scones we get on board. šŸ˜›

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