Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Blackberry Lemon Scones, the perfect treat for breakfast or afternoon tea. These scones are a harmonious blend of sweet blackberries and zesty lemon, resulting in a soft, tender texture that melts in your mouth. Topped with a glossy lemon glaze, they not only taste amazing but also look stunning on any table. Whether you’re hosting a brunch or savoring a quiet morning at home, these scones will elevate your experience. With easy preparation and versatile serving options, you’ll find yourself reaching for this recipe time and again.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 1/4 tsp baking powder
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 4 Tbsp cold butter
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 Tbsp vanilla bean paste
- 1 cup blackberries
- 1 cup confectioner’s sugar
- 3 Tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, lemon zest, and salt.
- Cut in cold butter until sandy in texture.
- Stir in heavy cream and vanilla until just combined; add more cream if needed.
- Gently fold in blackberries.
- Shape dough into a disk; chill for 15 minutes.
- Cut into wedges and freeze for an additional 10 minutes.
- Bake for about 18 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool completely before glazing with a mixture of lemon juice and confectioner’s sugar.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone (approximately 89g)
- Calories: 323
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 54mg