Healthy Lemon Blueberry Scones with Greek Yogurt - No Refined Sugar
There’s something so comforting about a batch of freshly baked scones, especially when they’re filled with juicy blueberries and bright lemon zest. These Lemon Blueberry Scones are soft, tender, and lightly sweetened with honey, making them a delicious treat without any refined sugar. They’re simple to make and come together with everyday ingredients, which is always a bonus.
Ingredients
- 2 ¼ cups (280g) all-purpose flour
- Lemon zest of 2 large lemons (about 10g)
- 2 tsp (10g) baking powder
- 1/4 tsp (1g) salt
- 2 tbsp (40g) honey
- 4 tbsp (60g) butter , cold and cut into cu cubes
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup (120g) Greek yogurt
- 1 tsp (5g) vanilla extract , optional
- 1 ¼ cups (180g) blueberries , fresh or frozen
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and lemon zest.
- Add the cold butter.
- Rub it into the flour mixture with your fingertips, a fork or a pastry cutter, until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add the egg, Greek yogurt, honey and vanilla extract (if using).
- Gently mix until the dough just starts to come together. If it seems too dry, add another 1–2 tablespoons of milk, one tablespoon at a time.
- Gently fold in the blueberries, being careful not to crush them.
- Optional, chill the dough for 20-30 minutes before baking. This helps them bake up taller with a flakier texture.
- Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and gently pat it into an 8-inch (20 cm) circle, about 1 inch (2.5 cm) thick. Avoid overworking the dough.
- Cut the dough into 8 wedges and place them on the prepared baking tray, leaving a little space between each one.
- Brush the tops with beaten egg.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the scones are cooked through.
- Let the scones cool on the baking tray for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 sconeCalories: 228kcalCarbohydrates: 36.03gProtein: 5.12gFat: 7.21gSaturated Fat: 4.2gTrans Fat: 0.235gCholesterol: 37mgSodium: 136mgPotassium: 220mgFiber: 1.7gSugar: 7.5gVitamin A: 235IUVitamin C: 3.9mgCalcium: 86mgIron: 1.94mg