Lemon Blueberry Scones
These gluten-free lemon blueberry scones are bursting with bright citrus flavor and juicy blueberries. A delightful treat for breakfast or afternoon tea, they have a tender crumb and a lovely lemon glaze.
40 min
Total Time
6
Servings
easy
Difficulty
15 min
Prep Time
25 min
Cook Time
40 min
Total Time
Ingredients
- 2 cups Gluten-Free All-Purpose Flour Blend
- 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar
- 2 teaspoons Baking Powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
- 6 tablespoons Cold Unsalted Butter
- 2 teaspoons Lemon Zest
- 1 cup Fresh Blueberries
- 1 Eggs
- 1/2 cup Almond Milk
- 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice
- 1 cup Powdered Sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
Instructions
- 1
Step 1: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Step 2: In a large bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
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Step 3: Cut the cold butter into small cubes and add it to the dry ingredients. Use a pastry blender or your fingertips to cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
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Step 4: Stir in the lemon zest and blueberries.
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Step 5: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the egg, almond milk, and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice.
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Step 6: Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and gently mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
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Step 7: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface (use gluten-free flour). Gently pat the dough into a 1-inch thick circle. Use a sharp knife or a biscuit cutter to cut the dough into 6-8 wedges (scones).
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Step 8: Place the scones onto the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
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Step 9: While the scones are baking, prepare the glaze. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, the remaining 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, and vanilla extract until smooth.
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Step 10: Let the scones cool slightly on the baking sheet before transferring them to a wire rack. Drizzle the glaze over the warm scones and let it set before serving.
Tips & Notes
- •Use a high-quality gluten-free flour blend that contains xanthan gum for best results.
- •Don't overmix the dough, as this can result in tough scones. Mix until just combined.
- •For extra flavor, try adding a teaspoon of lemon extract to the dough.
- •If you don't have almond milk, you can substitute with any other gluten-free milk alternative.
- •Make sure all your cold ingredients are very cold. This helps create a flaky scone.