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Almond Flour Lemon Blueberry Scones


  • Author: Dulcia
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 8 1x

Description

These Almond Flour Lemon Blueberry Scones are a delightful combination of tangy lemon zest and sweet blueberries, all nestled in a tender, gluten-free dough. The almond flour provides a rich, nutty flavor and a soft texture, while the grated frozen butter ensures the scones bake up light and flaky. A drizzle of lemon glaze adds the perfect finishing touch, making these scones a must-try for any brunch or tea time.


Ingredients

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Scones:
2 cups finely-ground almond flour, spooned and leveled (plus more as needed)
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 tablespoon lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons unsalted frozen butter, grated
1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
3 tablespoons honey
1 large egg, beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2/3 cup fresh blueberries
Lemon Glaze:
1/4 cup powdered sugar or Swerve confectioner (for sugar-free option)
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
12 tablespoons milk or heavy cream (or as needed for desired consistency)


Instructions

Scones:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and position the rack in the center. Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper and set it aside.
In a large bowl, stir together the almond flour, baking powder, lemon zest, and salt.
Add the grated frozen butter to the dry ingredients, stirring until the butter pieces are evenly dispersed.
Add the Greek yogurt, honey, beaten egg, and vanilla extract. Stir until just incorporated. If the dough is too loose and won’t hold its shape, add more almond flour 2 tablespoons at a time until the dough holds its shape. The dough should be firm but not too stiff. Gently fold in the blueberries.
Scrape the dough onto the prepared baking sheet and press it into a flat disc about 3/4 inch tall. Use a knife or bench scraper to cut the disc into 8 equal wedges.
Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the scones are golden brown. If the edges start to brown too quickly, tent the outside edges with foil to prevent burning.
Almond flour baked goods are fragile when warm, so allow the scones to cool completely before moving them.
Lemon Glaze:
While the scones are cooling, whisk together the powdered sugar or Swerve, lemon juice, and milk or cream. Adjust the consistency by adding more milk or cream for a thinner glaze or more sugar for a thicker glaze.
Drizzle the glaze over the cooled scones before serving. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 18-20 minutes

Nutrition

  • Calories: 220