Blueberry Lemon Almond Flour Scones
These tender almond flour scones are packed with fresh blueberries and bright lemon zest for a perfect gluten free treat.
recipesbynani.comThese scones have become a total favorite in my kitchen because they have a lovely golden crust and a soft center. They are naturally gluten free and use simple ingredients that you might already have in your pantry.
I love adding plenty of lemon zest to make the flavors pop. If you have extra blueberries on hand, feel free to add a few more for extra bursts of fruit in every single bite.
🧺 Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups blanched almond flour
- 1/3 cup arrowroot starch or cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 cup cold butter, cubed
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/2 cup fresh blueberries
- 1 tablespoon raw sugar for sprinkling
👩🍳Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
In a large bowl, whisk together the almond flour, arrowroot starch, baking soda, and salt.
- 3
Add the cold butter cubes and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the butter into the flour until the mixture looks like coarse crumbs.
- 4
In a small bowl, whisk the egg, honey, vanilla, and lemon zest together.
- 5
Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until a dough begins to form.
- 6
Gently fold in the fresh blueberries being careful not to crush them.
- 7
Turn the dough out onto the prepared baking sheet and shape it into a circle about one inch thick.
- 8
Use a sharp knife to cut the circle into eight even wedges and pull them slightly apart on the tray.
- 9
Sprinkle the tops with raw sugar and bake for 20 to 25 minutes until they are golden brown.
- 10
Let the scones cool on the baking sheet for at least ten minutes before serving.
💡 Tips
These scones are best served warm with a little butter or clotted cream. You can store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for two days or freeze them for up to one month.
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