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Lemon Blueberry Scones

Deliciously light and fluffy scones bursting with fresh blueberries and a hint of lemon zest.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
Add-ins
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries
For Topping
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar for sprinkling

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
  3. Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Mixing
  1. In a separate bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, egg, vanilla extract, and lemon zest.
  2. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
  3. Gently fold in the blueberries.
Shaping and Baking
  1. Turn the dough onto a floured surface and pat it into a circle about 1 inch thick.
  2. Cut into wedges and place on the prepared baking sheet.
  3. Sprinkle the tops with granulated sugar.
  4. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
Serving
  1. Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sconeCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh blueberries and serve with clotted cream or butter.

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