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Lemon Blueberry Yogurt Scones

Healthy Lemon Blueberry Yogurt Scones

Delicious and moist scones made with Greek yogurt, blueberries, and lemon zest, providing a healthy twist to a classic treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose or whole wheat flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt the star for moisture and tenderness
  • 3 tablespoons honey or maple syrup for natural sweetness
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil (solid) or unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest for citrus flavor
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
Additional Ingredients
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries can use frozen without thawing

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, combine yogurt, honey, coconut oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
  4. Gently add the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir until just combined.
  5. Toss blueberries with a little flour, then gently fold them into the dough.
  6. Turn dough out onto a floured surface, and shape it lightly into a disc about 1-inch thick.
  7. Cut into 8 triangles and arrange them on the prepared baking sheet.
Baking
  1. Bake for 15–18 minutes or until golden brown.
  2. Let cool slightly, then serve and enjoy!

Notes

For best results, keep ingredients cold and handle the dough gently. Store in an airtight container.