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Crispy Brown Butter Blueberry Lemon Scones Easy Homemade Recipe with Vanilla Glaze

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These scones feature a crispy brown butter crust with bright lemon zest and juicy blueberries, topped with a creamy vanilla glaze. Perfect for brunch or a cozy morning treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter
  • 2 1/4 cups (280g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon zest
  • 3/4 cup (180ml) heavy cream
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 cup (150g) fresh or frozen blueberries
  • For the vanilla glaze:
  • 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2–3 tbsp milk or cream

Instructions

  1. Brown the butter: Melt the unsalted butter over medium heat in a heavy-bottomed skillet. Stir frequently as it foams and then starts turning a golden brown with nutty aromas. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, granulated sugar, salt, and lemon zest.
  3. Combine wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk heavy cream, egg, and slightly cooled brown butter until smooth.
  4. Form the dough: Pour wet mixture into dry ingredients and gently fold using a spatula until just combined. Fold in blueberries carefully to avoid bursting.
  5. Shape the scones: Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface. Pat into a 7-inch circle about 1 inch thick. Cut into 8 wedges with a sharp knife.
  6. Bake: Place wedges on a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving space between. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 18-22 minutes until golden and crisp on edges.
  7. Prepare the vanilla glaze: While baking, whisk powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk or cream until smooth and drizzle-able.
  8. Cool & glaze: Let scones cool on a rack for 10 minutes before drizzling glaze over the top.

Notes

Do not thaw frozen blueberries before mixing to avoid soggy dough. Stir butter constantly when browning to prevent burning. Avoid over-mixing dough to keep scones tender. Cool scones before glazing to keep glaze shiny. For extra crispness, brush tops with cream or milk before baking.

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