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Fluffy Fresh Berry Scones with Zesty Lemon Glaze

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These fluffy fresh berry scones are tender, flavorful, and topped with a bright, tangy lemon glaze. Perfect for brunch, tea time, or a sweet treat any time of day.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups (315 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/4 cup (50 g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (113 g) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 1 cup (150 g) mixed fresh berries (blueberries, raspberries, strawberries), tossed in 1 tablespoon flour
  • 3/4 cup (180 ml) heavy cream, plus extra for brushing
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • For the Zesty Lemon Glaze:
  • 1 cup (120 g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1–2 tablespoons milk or cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt until evenly combined.
  3. Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture. Cut the butter into the flour using a pastry cutter or two forks until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized butter pieces. Keep the butter cold.
  4. Toss the mixed berries in 1 tablespoon of flour to prevent sinking.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  6. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture. Gently fold until just combined, then carefully fold in the floured berries. Avoid overmixing.
  7. Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Pat into a 7-inch (18 cm) circle about 1 inch (2.5 cm) thick. Cut into 8 equal wedges using a sharp knife or bench scraper.
  8. Transfer wedges to the prepared baking sheet, spacing about 2 inches (5 cm) apart. Brush tops with a little heavy cream.
  9. Bake for 18-22 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Check at 18 minutes to avoid overbaking.
  10. Remove from oven and transfer to a cooling rack. Cool for 10-15 minutes before glazing.
  11. In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, and milk or cream until smooth and drizzle-able.
  12. Drizzle lemon glaze generously over warm scones. Let glaze set for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Keep butter and cream cold to ensure flaky layers. Do not overmix the dough to avoid tough scones. Toss berries in flour to prevent sinking. Brush tops with cream for a golden crust. Glaze while scones are warm for best absorption. Preheat baking sheet with oven for better rise. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut milk and butter with vegan margarine. For gluten-free, use gluten-free flour blend and add extra baking powder.

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