Lemon Scones Low Fat
Brighten up your breakfast table with these tender, zesty Lemon Scones that are delightfully low in fat yet bursting with flavor! Crafted with a balance of creamy low-fat Greek yogurt, tangy fresh lemon juice, and aromatic lemon zest, these scones deliver citrusy freshness in every bite. A touch of almond milk keeps them soft and moist, while a sprinkle of powdered sugar adds a subtle, sweet finish. Perfectly golden and ready in under 20 minutes, these easy-to-make scones are ideal for health-conscious bakers craving a guilt-free indulgence. Serve them warm with a dollop of yogurt or your favorite low-fat spread for a refreshing treat to start your day.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 240 grams all-purpose flour
- 50 grams granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 120 grams low-fat plain Greek yogurt
- 60 milliliters unsweetened almond milk
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 30 grams cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
- 10 grams powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and lemon zest.
Add the cold unsalted butter pieces to the bowl. Use a pastry cutter or your fingertips to work the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
In a small bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, almond milk, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth.
Gradually pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Use a spatula to mix the dough until it just comes together. Be careful not to overmix.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently pat it into a circle about 2 cm (3/4 inch) thick.
Using a sharp knife, cut the circle into 8 equal wedges. Place the wedges onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between them.
Bake in the preheated oven for 16-18 minutes, or until the scones are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the scones from the oven and let them cool slightly on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
If desired, dust the cooled scones with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1453 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.2 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.6 g | 88% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 76 mg | 25% | |
| Sodium | 2162 mg | 94% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 257.0 g | 93% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.8 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 66.2 g | ||
| Protein | 37.5 g | 75% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 302 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 11.4 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 514 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.
