The BEST Soft and Fluffy Blueberry Scones

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These soft and fluffy blueberry scones with tangy lemon glaze are a bakery-style classic. Using simple ingredients and easy steps, you can bake delicious scones at home.

Blueberry scones with lemon glaze on a marble board.

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⭐️ Why this recipe works
🧾 Ingredients overview
👩🏻‍🍳 Here's how to make it
📖 Variations
💡 Chef's Guide: Expert Tips
🍯 Storing and reheating leftovers
❓Recipe FAQ's
The BEST Soft and Fluffy Blueberry Scones

⭐️ Why this recipe works

Tender Texture: Cold butter and a light hand in mixing ensure a tender, flaky scone.
Homemade Buttermilk: Combining milk and lemon juice creates a tangy buttermilk that enhances the scone's flavour and texture, without having to buy anything extra.
Versatile Recipe: Easy to customise with different fruits or flavourings, making it a versatile base recipe.
Golden Finish: Brushing the scones with milk and sprinkling with demerara sugar gives a beautiful, golden finish.

🧾 Ingredients overview

Plain Flour: Provides structure to the scones.
Sugar (caster or granulated): Adds sweetness and helps with browning.
Baking Powder: Leavening agent that makes the scones rise.
Cold Butter: Creates a flaky texture.
Egg: Adds richness and binds the ingredients.
Whole Milk: Provides moisture and helps create the buttermilk.
Lemon Juice and Zest: Adds a fresh, tangy flavor.
Fresh Blueberries: Adds natural sweetness and moisture.
Demerara Sugar: Gives a crunchy, sweet topping.
Icing Sugar and Lemon Juice (for glaze): Creates a sweet, tangy glaze.

For precise measurements and additional ingredients, refer to the recipe card at the bottom of the page.

👩🏻‍🍳 Here's how to make it

Soft and Fluffy Blueberry Scones recipe step-by-step

butter and flour in a bowl for scone dough

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 160°C (320ºF) and line a baking tray with nonstick baking paper.
Prepare the Dry Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and baking powder. Add cubed butter and rub it into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse breadcrumbs. Mix in the lemon zest.

homemade buttermilk and blueberry scone dough

Prepare the Wet Ingredients: Measure the milk and squeeze the lemon juice into it to make homemade buttermilk. Whisk in the egg until well combined.
Combine the Ingredients: Pour the buttermilk mixture into the flour mixture, add the blueberries, and gently mix until the flour is fully incorporated. The dough will be sticky.

Scones on a baking tray-baked and unbaked

Shape the Scones: Turn the dough onto a floured surface and shape it into a flat, round disc about 1.5 cm (just over a ½ inch) thick. Dust your hands and the dough with flour as needed. Cut the disc into six scones.
Prepare for Baking: Place the scones on the prepared baking tray. Brush the tops with a little milk and sprinkle with demerara sugar. *If you don't have demerara, you can use regular sugar or skip this step.
Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the scones are golden brown. Allow them to cool on a wire rack.
Make the Lemon Glaze: In a small bowl, mix the icing sugar and lemon juice until smooth. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled scones.

📖 Variations

Milk: Almond or soy milk can be used for a dairy-free option.
Fruit: Substitute raspberries, blackberries, or chopped strawberries for blueberries.
Flavourings: Add vanilla extract or cinnamon for extra flavour and different notes.

💡 Chef's Guide: Expert Tips

Drawing on a decade of experience in Michelin-starred kitchens and Cordon Bleu training, I have compiled my top tips for recipe success.

Gentle Mixing: Overmixing can make scones tough. Mix just until ingredients are combined.
Resting Dough: Chill the dough for 10-15 minutes before baking to prevent spreading.
High Heat Burst: Start baking at a high temperature to give a quick rise, then reduce the heat.

🍯 Storing and reheating leftovers

Room temperature: Store the cooled scones in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Freezer: For longer storage, place the scones in a freezer-safe bag or container and freeze for up to 3 months.
Reheat: To refresh the scones, preheat your oven to 150°C, place the scones on a baking sheet, and warm them for 10-15 minutes.

❓Recipe FAQ's

Can I make these scones gluten-free?

Yes, substitute the plain flour with a gluten-free flour blend designed for baking.

How do I get the perfect golden top on my scones?

Brush the tops with milk or cream and sprinkle with demerara sugar before baking.

How do I know when the scones are done?

The scones are done when they are golden brown on top and bottom. They should feel light and slightly follow when tapped on the bottom. The edges should be slightly crisp.

Can I add nuts or other mix-ins to the scones?

Absolutely! Chopped nuts, dried fruit, or even chocolate chips can be added to the dough. Just fold them in gently with the blueberries.

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