Here’s a delightful recipe for blueberry lemon scones that make great use of sourdough discard. These scones are tender, flaky, and bursting with fresh flavors!
Blueberry Lemon Sourdough Discard Scones
Ingredients
- Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Wet Ingredients:
- 1 cup sourdough discard
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Add-ins:
- 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
For the Glaze (optional):
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1-2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Lemon zest for garnish
Instructions
1. Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Combine Dry Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and lemon zest.
3. Cut in the Butter:
- Add the cold cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Mix Wet Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the sourdough discard, egg, vanilla extract, and lemon juice until combined.
5. Combine Mixtures:
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the dough should be slightly sticky. Gently fold in the blueberries.
6. Shape the Scones:
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Pat it into a circle about 1-inch thick. Cut into wedges or use a round cutter to shape individual scones.
7. Bake:
- Place the scones on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown on top.
8. Prepare the Glaze (optional):
- While the scones are baking, mix the powdered sugar and lemon juice in a small bowl until smooth. Adjust the consistency with more lemon juice or powdered sugar as needed.
9. Cool and Glaze:
- Allow the scones to cool for a few minutes on a wire rack. Drizzle with the lemon glaze and sprinkle with additional lemon zest if desired.
Enjoy!
These blueberry lemon scones are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a delightful afternoon treat. Enjoy the bright, refreshing flavors!