lemon blueberry biscuits

Stilwell, KS
Updated on Mar 27, 2026

A recipe from a sister-in-law years ago during an ice storm when they took us in because we had no power. Try not to eat all of them before the rest of the family knows they are done.

Blue Ribbon Recipe

These lemon blueberry biscuits are a treat anyone can make. It's a buttery, tender biscuit filled with juicy, sweet blueberries and tangy lemon. Lemon yogurt helps add lemon flavor to the biscuit and moisture. Drizzled with a lemony glaze adds a nice pop of sweetness. Perfect for a sweeter breakfast or an afternoon snack.

prep time 15 Min
cook time 15 Min
method Bake
yield 24 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • BISCUIT
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 8 ounces lemon yogurt
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1/4 cup melted margarine
  • 1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
  • GLAZE
  • 3/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 - 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon peel

How To Make lemon blueberry biscuits

  • In a large bowl, combine dry ingredients.
    Step 1
    Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. In a large bowl, combine dry ingredients.
  • Combine yogurt, egg, melted margarine, and lemon peel.
    Step 2
    In a medium bowl, combine yogurt, egg, melted margarine, and lemon peel.
  • Stir yogurt mixture into dry mixture until just moistened.
    Step 3
    Stir yogurt mixture into dry mixture until just moistened.
  • Carefully fold in blueberries.
    Step 4
    Carefully fold in blueberries.
  • The mixture is thick.
    Step 5
    The mixture is thick, so this isn't easy!
  • Drop by tablespoonfuls onto a greased or lined with parchment paper baking sheet.
    Step 6
    Drop by tablespoonfuls onto a greased or lined with parchment paper baking sheet.
  • Bake at 400 for 13 - 18 minutes.
    Step 7
    Bake at 400 for 13 - 18 minutes, depending on your oven, until golden brown on top.
  • Whisk together powdered sugar, lemon juice, and grated lemon peel for the glaze.
    Step 8
    While they are baking, whisk together powdered sugar, lemon juice, and grated lemon peel for the glaze.
  • Cool the biscuits on a cooling rack for a few minutes.
    Step 9
    Cool the biscuits on a cooling rack for a few minutes.
  • After cooling, drizzle with the powdered sugar glaze.
    Step 10
    After cooling, drizzle with the powdered sugar glaze.

Nutrition Facts

(per serving*)
calories: 93kcal, carbohydrates: 17g, cholesterol: 9mg, fat: 3g, fiber: 0g, protein: 2g, saturated fat: 1g, sodium: 130mg, sugar: 8g, unsaturated fat: 2g
*Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Nutrition information is estimated.

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Category: Biscuits
Collection: Breakfast In Bed
Method: Bake
Culture: American
Ingredient: Flour

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