Ingredients:

  • 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup (65g) granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp (12g) baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp (3g) salt
  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
  • 1 tbsp (6g) lemon zest, freshly grated
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy cream, cold
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp (5ml) vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (150g) fresh blueberries
  • 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp (2g) lemon zest

Instructions:

  1. Whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and 1 tablespoon of lemon zest in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Use a pastry cutter or sturdy fork to cut in the chilled, cubed butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with a few pea-sized chunks remaining.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the cold heavy cream, egg, and vanilla extract.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture and fold gently with a spatula until just combined.
  5. Carefully fold in the fresh blueberries until the flour just disappears.
  6. On a floured surface, press the dough into an 8-inch disc, approximately 1-inch thick.
  7. Cut the disc into 8 equal wedges.
  8. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 18-22 minutes until the edges are mahogany-colored and the tops are golden.
  9. While scones cool slightly, whisk together powdered sugar, lemon juice, and 1 teaspoon of lemon zest until smooth.
  10. Drizzle the lemon glaze over the warm scones before serving.