The BEST Soft and Fluffy Blueberry Scones
These soft and fluffy blueberry scones are perfect for a delightful breakfast or a cozy afternoon tea. The fresh blueberries and tangy lemon glaze add a refreshing twist to this classic treat.
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Servings: 6 Scones
Ingredients
- 330 g (2 ½ cups) plain flour, plus extra for dusting
- 45 g (⅓ cup) caster sugar
- 15 g baking powder
- 115 g (½ cup) cold butter, cubed
- 1 egg
- 175 ml (¾ cup) whole milk, plus extra for brushing
- 1 lemon, juice and zest
- 150 g (1 cup) fresh blueberries
- 1 tablespoon demerara sugar for sprinkling
Lemon Glaze
- 100 g (1 cup) icing sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat to 160°C and line a baking tray with nonstick baking paper.
- Prepare the dry ingredients: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and baking powder. Add the cubed butter and rub it into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse breadcrumbs. Mix in the lemon zest.
- 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.
- Shape the scones: Turn the dough onto a floured surface and shape it into a flat, round disc about 1.5 cm thick. Dust your hands and the dough with flour as needed. Cut the disc into 6 scones.
- Prepare for baking: Place the scones on the prepared baking tray. Brush the tops with a little milk and sprinkle with demerara sugar.
- 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.
Notes
- Cold Butter: Ensure the butter is cold for the best texture. Cold butter creates flaky layers in the scones.
- Sticky Dough: The dough will be sticky, so flour your hands and the work surface generously.
- Blueberries: Fresh blueberries work best, but you can use frozen blueberries if needed. Do not thaw them before adding to the dough.
- Lemon Glaze: Adjust the consistency of the glaze by adding more icing sugar for thickness or more lemon juice for a thinner drizzle.
Nutrition
Calories: 411kcal | Carbohydrates: 56g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 474mg | Potassium: 160mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 790IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 206mg | Iron: 3mg
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