Blueberry Scones

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Step 2: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. Step 3: Add cold butter and use a pastry blender or your fingertips to work it into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Step 4: In a separate bowl, whisk together heavy cream, egg, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
5. Step 5: Pour the cream mixture over the dry ingredients and stir until the dough comes together in a shaggy mass.
6. Step 6: Gently fold in blueberries.
7. Step 7: Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and gently knead it a few times until it comes together.
8. Step 8: Pat the dough into a circle that is about 1 inch (2.5 cm) thick.
9. Step 9: Use a biscuit cutter or the rim of a glass to cut out scones.
10. Step 10: Gather the scraps, re-form the dough, and cut out additional scones.
11. Step 11: Place scones on the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 1 inch (2.5 cm) of space between each scone.
12. Step 12: Brush the tops with a little extra heavy cream and sprinkle with granulated sugar.
13. Step 13: Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until golden brown.