Blackberry Lemon Scones

Blackberry Lemon Scones

from inspiredtaste.net
1 approximately 8 scones

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup sugar, plus more for scone tops
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 8 tablespoons cold unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
  • 6 ounces fresh blackberries

Directions

  1. 1

    Adjust oven rack to middle position and heat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or use a silicon baking mat.

  2. 2

    Whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and the salt in a medium bowl.

  3. 3

    Use a pastry blender to work the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles a coarse meal with a few small crumbles of butter the size of peas. (Or use a food processor).

  4. 4

    In a small bowl, whisk sour cream, egg, and lemon zest until blended then add to the flour and butter mixture. Use a rubber spatula to mix until a crumbly dough forms. Gently stir in the blackberries. Don’t worry if some of the berries are crushed a bit.

  5. 5

    Transfer the dough and all dry, floury bits to a lightly floured work surface. Knead the dough 3 to 5 times until it just comes together. Form into an 8-inch circle. Cut into 8 triangles, or use a biscuit cutter.

  6. 6

    Place scones onto the baking sheet and lightly sprinkle tops with sugar. Bake until light golden brown, 14 to 16 minutes. Cool at least 10 minutes before serving.