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Fluffy Lemon Blueberry Scones

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Light and fluffy lemon blueberry scones with a delicate Earl Grey glaze, perfect for breakfast or brunch. These scones balance sweet, tangy, and creamy flavors with a tender crumb.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 6 tablespoons (85g) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream, plus extra for brushing
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • Zest of 1 large lemon
  • 1 cup (150g) fresh or frozen blueberries
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
  • 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 2 tablespoons brewed Earl Grey tea, cooled
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
  • Clotted cream or whipped cream for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until combined.
  3. Add cold, cubed butter to the dry mix. Using a pastry cutter or two forks, cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized bits.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk heavy cream, egg, vanilla extract (if using), and lemon zest. Pour this into the dry ingredients.
  5. Stir gently with a wooden spoon until the dough just comes together. Fold in blueberries carefully to distribute without smashing.
  6. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Pat it into an 8-inch (20cm) circle about 1-inch (2.5cm) thick. Cut into 8 equal wedges.
  7. Transfer wedges to the baking sheet, spacing about 2 inches apart. Brush tops lightly with heavy cream.
  8. Bake for 18-22 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean. Start checking at 18 minutes to avoid overbaking.
  9. While scones bake, brew a strong cup of Earl Grey tea and let it cool. Whisk together powdered sugar, cooled tea, and lemon juice until smooth.
  10. Once scones are slightly cooled, drizzle the Earl Grey glaze over the top. Serve warm with clotted cream or preferred spread.

Notes

Use cold butter to keep scones flaky. Do not overmix dough to avoid toughness. Fold in blueberries gently to prevent bursting. Brush tops with cream for a golden crust. Brew Earl Grey tea strong and cool before making glaze. Chill dough for 10 minutes if too sticky. Use a sharp knife for clean cuts.

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