Lemon Blueberry Scones
Flaky, buttery British-style scones bursting with fresh juicy blueberries and zesty lemon, finished with a sweet citrus glaze.
Cook
00:22
Yield
8 scones
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon zest
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, frozen
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (plus 1 tbsp for brushing)
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- Glaze: 1 cup powdered sugar mixed with 2 tbsp lemon juice
- Cook:
- 00:22
- Yield:
- 8 scones
Instructions
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1Whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and lemon zest together in a large bowl.
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2Grate the frozen butter using a box grater and add it to the flour mixture.
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3Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the butter in until the mixture resembles coarse meal.
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4In a small bowl, whisk the heavy cream and egg together.
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5Pour over the flour mixture.
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6Gently fold the dough together with a spatula, adding the fresh blueberries halfway through.
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7Do not overwork or the berries will burst.
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8Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently press into an 8-inch disc.
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9Cut into 8 equal wedges.
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10Place scones on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
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11Brush the tops lightly with a tablespoon of heavy cream.
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12Chill the shaped scones in the refrigerator for 15 minutes while preheating the oven to 400°F (204°C).
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13Bake for 18 to 22 minutes until golden brown.
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14Let cool slightly, then drizzle with the lemon glaze before serving.
- Category
- Desserts
- Cuisine
- British
Dietary Information
Vegetarian
Recipe Attribution
sallysbakingaddiction.com
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Printed on July 16, 2026