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Flaky Blueberry Biscuits with Lemon Glaze

Flaky Blueberry Biscuits with Lemon Glaze for Pure Bliss

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Delightful Flaky Blueberry Biscuits with zesty Lemon Glaze, perfect for breakfast or brunch.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 biscuits
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Biscuits
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Swap with gluten-free flour for a suitable option.
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder Ensure freshness for a delightful rise.
  • ½ teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor.
  • ½ cup Cold Butter Use vegan butter for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 cup Blueberries Use fresh or toss frozen blueberries in flour to reduce juiciness.
  • ¾ cup Cold Milk (or Buttermilk) For extra tang, use buttermilk.
For the Lemon Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Coconut sugar can be used for a less refined option.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Orange zest can be a substitute if desired.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Use freshly squeezed juice for the best taste.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • Pastry Cutter
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Round cutter

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon of baking powder, and ½ teaspoon of salt.
  3. Cube ½ cup of cold butter and cut it into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Gently fold in 1 cup of fresh blueberries.
  5. Pour in ¾ cup of cold milk or buttermilk and stir until just combined.
  6. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface, pat it into a 1-inch thick disk, and cut out biscuits.
  7. Place the biscuits on the baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Prepare the lemon glaze by whisking together 1 cup of powdered sugar, zest of one lemon, and 2 tablespoons of lemon juice.
  9. Drizzle the lemon glaze over the warm biscuits after they've cooled slightly.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biscuitCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Keep all ingredients cold to achieve the best flaky texture. Store leftover biscuits in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

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