Lemon Scones
Brighten up your morning with these irresistibly zesty Lemon Scones, a perfect balance of buttery richness and citrusy flair. Made with fresh lemon zest, a touch of vanilla, and a tangy lemon glaze, these scones are melt-in-your-mouth tender with a crisp golden exterior. The secret lies in working cold butter into the flour for a flaky texture and gently kneading the dough to keep it light and airy. Ready in just 35 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is ideal for serving at brunch, pairing with tea, or enjoying as a delightful afternoon treat. Elevate your baking game with these citrus-packed scones that are as beautiful as they are delicious!
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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
- 1 tablespoon Lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 1 large Egg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup Powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice (for glaze)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
Stir in the lemon zest to evenly distribute it throughout the mixture.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, egg, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
Slowly pour the wet ingredients into the flour mixture, stirring gently with a fork until the dough just begins to come together.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead it a few times to bring it together. Be careful not to overwork the dough.
Shape the dough into a round disc approximately 1 inch thick, then cut it into 8 equal wedges.
Place the wedges onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each one.
Bake the scones in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until they are lightly golden on top.
While the scones are baking, prepare the glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth.
Remove the scones from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
Drizzle the glaze over the warm scones and allow it to set before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2698 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 146.2 g | 187% | |
| Saturated Fat | 87.2 g | 436% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 598 mg | 199% | |
| Sodium | 2698 mg | 117% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 307.2 g | 112% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.8 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 113.1 g | ||
| Protein | 32.7 g | 65% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.8 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 103 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 12.2 mg | 68% | |
| Potassium | 428 mg | 9% | |
*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.
