Blueberry Lemon Scones Recipe 🫐🍋
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 8 scones
Calories: 287.8 per serving
Description:
These Blueberry Lemon Scones are a delightful morning treat, exuding a tantalizing aroma that fills your kitchen with warmth and anticipation. Perfectly paired with a drizzle of honey or a dollop of blueberry preserves, they embody the essence of a cozy breakfast or brunch gathering. 🌞🥐
Ingredients:
- 2 1/4 cups flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 teaspoon lemon extract
- Sugar (for sprinkling)
- Milk (for brushing)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius).
- Lightly oil a large baking sheet and set it aside for later use.
- In a large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground nutmeg. Stir in the lemon zest until well combined.
- Add the butter to the dry ingredients. Using a pastry blender, cut the butter into the mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gently fold in the blueberries until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the sour cream, milk, egg yolk, and lemon extract until smooth.
- Create a well in the center of the dry mixture and pour the liquid ingredients into it all at once.
- Stir the mixture with a wooden spoon just until the dough begins to pull together. Allow it to rest for 3 minutes.
- Transfer the dough onto a floured work surface. Using floured hands, knead the dough gently 4 or 5 times until it forms a ball.
- Pat the dough out into an 8-inch circle, about 1 inch thick.
- Using a sharp knife or pastry cutter, slice the dough into 8 wedges, similar to cutting a pie.
- Brush each wedge with milk and sprinkle with sugar for a delightful crunch.
- Carefully rearrange the wedges on the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 1/2 inch of space between each piece.
- Bake in the preheated oven until the scones are golden brown and crusty, approximately 15 minutes.
- Once baked to perfection, transfer the scones to a wire rack to cool slightly.
- These Blueberry Lemon Scones are best enjoyed warm, preferably within an hour of baking, to fully appreciate their tender texture and vibrant flavors.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 287.8 per serving
- Fat Content: 13.2g
- Saturated Fat Content: 8g
- Cholesterol Content: 57.6mg
- Sodium Content: 426.4mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 37.3g
- Fiber Content: 1.4g
- Sugar Content: 8.2g
- Protein Content: 5.2g
These Blueberry Lemon Scones are a delightful fusion of tangy citrus and sweet berries, creating a burst of flavor in every bite. Whether enjoyed as a leisurely breakfast or a special brunch indulgence, they are sure to become a beloved favorite in your home. 🏡✨
