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Crispy Blueberry Lemon Scones Recipe with Easy Vanilla Bean Glaze

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These crispy blueberry lemon scones feature a tender inside with a crisp exterior, bright bursts of blueberry, and a zing of lemon, topped with a smooth vanilla bean glaze. Perfect for a quick homemade treat for brunch or tea.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups (315 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • ¼ cup (50 g) granulated sugar
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup (113 g) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 2 teaspoons fresh lemon zest
  • ¾ cup (180 ml) heavy cream, plus extra for brushing
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (150 g) fresh or frozen blueberries, tossed in 1 tablespoon flour
  • For the Vanilla Bean Glaze:
  • 1 cup (120 g) powdered sugar
  • 2–3 tablespoons (30–45 ml) milk or cream
  • Vanilla bean paste or seeds scraped from 1 vanilla bean pod
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (205°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt until well combined.
  3. Cut in the cold, cubed butter using a pastry cutter or two knives until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized bits.
  4. Stir in the fresh lemon zest.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the heavy cream and vanilla extract until smooth.
  6. Pour the cream mixture into the flour mixture and gently fold with a spatula just until the dough starts to come together; avoid overmixing.
  7. Toss the blueberries in 1 tablespoon of flour and gently fold them into the dough, being careful not to crush the berries.
  8. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and pat into a 7-inch (18 cm) circle about 1 inch (2.5 cm) thick. Cut into 8 equal wedges.
  9. Transfer the wedges to the prepared baking sheet, spacing about 2 inches (5 cm) apart. Brush the tops with a little heavy cream.
  10. Bake for 18-22 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  11. Cool the scones on a wire rack for 10 minutes.
  12. Meanwhile, whisk together powdered sugar, milk or cream, lemon juice, and vanilla bean seeds until smooth to make the glaze.
  13. Drizzle the vanilla bean glaze over the warm scones and let set for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

Use cold butter to create flaky, crispy edges. Do not overmix the dough to avoid toughness. Toss blueberries in flour to prevent sinking and bleeding. Drizzle glaze on warm scones to allow it to set without melting completely. Bake on the middle rack for even browning. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with almond milk or coconut cream and butter with cold coconut oil.

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