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Blueberry Biscuits with Lemon Glaze Recipe
Ben Carraoli

Blueberry Biscuits with Lemon Glaze Recipe

I recently tried making these blueberry biscuits with a bright lemon glaze, and honestly, they turned out even better than I expected. The biscuits were soft, buttery, and filled with juicy blueberries in every bite.
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 5
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

  • 2 1/4 cups buttermilk biscuit flour blend
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 6 tablespoons cold butter cubed
  • 1/2 cup cold milk
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries
  • 1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Pinch of salt

Method
 

  1. I always start by preheating the oven to 425°F and lining a baking sheet with parchment paper. This ensures even baking and prevents sticking. Keeping everything ready beforehand makes the process smooth and stress-free.
  2. In a bowl, I combine the flour blend, sugar, and lemon zest. Mixing these first helps evenly distribute flavors. The lemon zest instantly gives a fresh aroma that makes the dough smell amazing.
  3. Next, I add cold cubed butter and work it into the flour. I use my fingers or a pastry blender until the mixture becomes crumbly. Keeping some larger butter pieces helps create those soft, flaky layers.
  4. I pour in the milk, lemon juice, and blueberries, then gently mix everything. The dough should be soft and slightly sticky, not dry. I avoid overmixing because that can make the biscuits tough.
  5. I transfer the dough onto a floured surface and gently flatten it. Folding it a few times helps build structure and flakiness. Then I shape it into a square and cut it into even pieces.
  6. I place the biscuits on the baking tray and bake them until golden brown. The smell at this stage is incredible. Once done, I let them cool completely before adding the glaze.
  7. I mix powdered sugar, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt until smooth. Then I drizzle it over the cooled biscuits. The glaze adds a sweet and tangy finish that ties everything together beautifully.

Notes

  • I always use very cold butter to get the best flaky texture.
  • Don’t overwork the dough; I keep it soft for moist biscuits.
  • I gently fold the blueberries to avoid crushing them.
  • Adding a little extra lemon zest enhances the flavor even more.
  • I let the biscuits cool before glazing so it doesn’t melt too much.