Glazed Lemon Scones
Brighten up your morning with these zesty Glazed Lemon Scones, a delightful balance of buttery richness and tangy citrus flavor. Perfectly tender and golden, these scones come together quickly with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, cold butter, and fresh lemon zest for a refreshing twist. A luscious lemon glaze drizzled on top adds an extra burst of sweet-tart goodness, making them impossible to resist. Ready in just 30 minutes, these homemade scones are ideal for brunch gatherings, afternoon tea, or a cozy breakfast treat. Serve them warm with a cup of coffee or tea, and watch them disappear!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.25 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 0.5 cup heavy cream, plus extra for brushing
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 0.25 cup lemon juice
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1-2 tablespoons milk (for glaze)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Add the cold, cubed butter to the bowl. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
In a small bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, egg, lemon zest, and 2 tablespoons of the lemon juice.
Pour the wet ingredients into the flour and butter mixture, stirring gently with a spatula until a dough begins to form. Be careful not to overmix.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured work surface. Gently knead it 2-3 times to bring it together, then form it into a circle about 1 inch thick and 6-7 inches in diameter.
Use a sharp knife to cut the circle into 8 equal wedges. Transfer the wedges to the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
Brush the tops of the scones with a bit of heavy cream. Bake for 14-16 minutes, or until the scones are lightly golden on top.
While the scones cool slightly, prepare the glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar, remaining lemon juice (about 2 tablespoons), and milk. Adjust the consistency by adding more milk (a few drops at a time) if needed.
Drizzle the glaze over the warm scones. Allow them to set for a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2929 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 150.6 g | 193% | |
| Saturated Fat | 91.2 g | 456% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 644 mg | 215% | |
| Sodium | 2707 mg | 118% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 370.1 g | 135% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.8 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 173.8 g | ||
| Protein | 35.7 g | 71% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.0 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 205 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 12.3 mg | 68% | |
| Potassium | 524 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
