Meyer Lemon and Dried Blueberry Scones

Vegetarian
Meyer Lemon and Dried Blueberry Scones
45 min.
12
273kcal

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Start your morning or brunch right with these delightful Meyer Lemon and Dried Blueberry Scones! Perfect for breakfast or dessert, these vegetarian scones are not only delicious but also easy to make. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can enjoy a delicious and fluffy scone that is rich in flavor and texture. Each scone boasts a scrumptious balance of 273 calories, making it a satisfying treat for every palate.

Packed with the zesty tang of Meyer lemon peel and the sweet burst of dried wild blueberries, these scones offer a unique taste experience. The combination of these two ingredients creates a perfect harmony of flavors that is sure to impress your guests or simply make your morning more enjoyable.

To create these delectable scones, you'll need a simple list of ingredients, including buttermilk, dried wild blueberries, Meyer lemon peel, self-rising flour, sugar, and chilled unsalted butter. With the help of a few essential tools like a bowl, baking sheet, whisk, and measuring cup, you'll be well on your way to baking up a batch of these mouthwatering scones.

So, why not treat yourself and your loved ones to a delightful and refreshing twist on the classic scone? Dive into the vibrant flavors of Meyer Lemon and Dried Blueberry Scones and experience a new favorite for your morning meal, brunch, or dessert.

Ingredients

  • cup buttermilk 
  • 10 ounces blueberries wild dried
  • 1.5 tablespoons lemon zest finely grated
  • cups self raising flour 
  • 0.5 cup sugar 
  • 0.8 cup butter unsalted chilled cut into 1/2-inch cubes ()

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • baking paper
  • oven
  • whisk
  • toothpicks
  • measuring cup

Directions

  1. Position rack in top third of oven and preheat to 425°F. Line large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk self-rising flour and 1/2 cup sugar in large bowl. Using fingertips, rub in chilled butter until pieces are size of small peas.
  3. Add dried wild blueberries and toss to coat.
  4. Mix 1 cup buttermilk and finely grated lemon peel in glass measuring cup.
  5. Pour buttermilk mixture into dry ingredients and stir until dough begins to form (some of flour will not be incorporated).
  6. Transfer dough to lightly floured work surface and gather together. Knead dough briefly, about 5 turns. Divide dough in half. Form each dough half into ball and flatten into 1-inch-thick disk.
  7. Cut each disk into 6 wedges.
  8. Transfer scones to prepared baking sheet, spacing 1 inch apart.
  9. Brush tops with remaining 1 tablespoon buttermilk and sprinkle with remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons sugar.
  10. Bake until scones are golden brown on top and toothpick inserted into center comes out clean, about 25 minutes.
  11. Self

Nutrition Facts

Calories273kcal
Protein6.81%
Fat41.71%
Carbs51.48%

Properties

Glycemic Index
19.47
Glycemic Load
21.98
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
4.6539130055386%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
2mg
Petunidin
7.45mg
Delphinidin
8.37mg
Malvidin
15.97mg
Peonidin
4.79mg
Catechin
1.25mg
Epigallocatechin
0.16mg
Epicatechin
0.15mg
Eriodictyol
0.39mg
Hesperetin
0.52mg
Naringenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.08mg
Kaempferol
0.39mg
Myricetin
0.32mg
Quercetin
1.83mg
Gallocatechin
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:273.02kcal
13.65%
Fat:12.8g
19.69%
Saturated Fat:7.75g
48.45%
Carbohydrates:35.55g
11.85%
Net Carbohydrates:34.18g
12.43%
Sugar:11.8g
13.11%
Cholesterol:32.7mg
10.9%
Sodium:23.54mg
1.02%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.7g
9.4%
Selenium:13.37µg
19.1%
Manganese:0.33mg
16.46%
Vitamin A:401.33IU
8.03%
Fiber:1.37g
5.47%
Vitamin K:5.71µg
5.43%
Phosphorus:53.85mg
5.38%
Vitamin B2:0.07mg
4.09%
Vitamin E:0.61mg
4.04%
Vitamin C:3.27mg
3.97%
Copper:0.08mg
3.94%
Folate:13.36µg
3.34%
Calcium:33.07mg
3.31%
Vitamin D:0.47µg
3.15%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.97%
Magnesium:11.66mg
2.92%
Zinc:0.39mg
2.63%
Vitamin B5:0.26mg
2.61%
Potassium:82.56mg
2.36%
Vitamin B3:0.44mg
2.19%
Iron:0.37mg
2.06%
Vitamin B12:0.12µg
1.94%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.65%
Source:Epicurious