Indulge in the perfect blend of sweet and tart with these Decadent Blueberry Scones, infused with fresh lemon zest and topped with a rich, creamy glaze. The fluffy texture and bursts of juicy blueberries make each bite simply irresistible.
Why You'll Love This: These scones offer a delightful combination of textures and flavors, from the crunchy turbinado sugar topping to the soft, moist interior loaded with blueberries. The addition of lemon zest provides a refreshing zestiness that cuts through the sweetness, making them a treat you'll crave any time of day.
Perfect Occasion: These scones are perfect for a luxurious breakfast, a delightful afternoon tea, or as a special treat during brunch gatherings. They're also fantastic for packing as a thoughtful homemade gift or for sharing at community events.
Decoration Tips: For an extra touch of elegance, sprinkle a light dusting of powdered sugar over the glazed scones. You can also garnish them with a few fresh blueberry clusters and lemon zest right before serving.
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Zest of 1/2 a lemon
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 6 tablespoons cold butter, cut into cubes
- 1/3 cup half & half
- 1/2 cup blueberries (fresh or frozen)
- Turbinado sugar, for topping
Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, and lemon zest.
- Add the sugar and cold cubed butter. Use a pastry cutter or fork to blend the mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gently stir in the half & half until just combined, then fold in the blueberries carefully to avoid breaking them.
- Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface, shape into a round disc, and cut into wedges.
- Place the scones on a baking sheet, sprinkle with turbinado sugar, and bake for about 15 minutes until golden brown.
- For the glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled scones.
Enjoy these heavenly Blueberry Scones, perfect for making any occasion a little more special!