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:
- Whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and 1 tablespoon of lemon zest in a large mixing bowl.
- 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.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the cold heavy cream, egg, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture and fold gently with a spatula until just combined.
- Carefully fold in the fresh blueberries until the flour just disappears.
- On a floured surface, press the dough into an 8-inch disc, approximately 1-inch thick.
- Cut the disc into 8 equal wedges.
- Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 18-22 minutes until the edges are mahogany-colored and the tops are golden.
- While scones cool slightly, whisk together powdered sugar, lemon juice, and 1 teaspoon of lemon zest until smooth.
- Drizzle the lemon glaze over the warm scones before serving.