Lemon Walnut Scones
Brighten up your morning with these irresistible Lemon Walnut Scones—a delightful balance of citrusy zing and nutty richness that's perfect for breakfast or tea time. Made with a buttery, tender dough infused with fragrant lemon zest and crunchy chopped walnuts, these scones are both light and flavorful. A quick drizzle of tangy lemon glaze adds a touch of sweetness and a beautiful finish to each golden-brown wedge. With just 15 minutes of prep time and simple techniques like cutting in cold butter, these scones are easy to whip up yet feel bakery-worthy. Serve them warm or at room temperature with a hot cup of tea for a cozy treat that's as delicious as it is elegant. Perfect for lemon lovers and scone enthusiasts alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.333 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter (cold, diced)
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 0.5 cup chopped walnuts
- 0.667 cup heavy cream (plus extra for brushing)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (for glaze)
Instructions
Preheat your 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, diced butter to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingertips to cut the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Stir in the lemon zest and chopped walnuts.
In a small bowl, combine the heavy cream, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Pour this wet mixture into the dry mixture and gently stir until the dough just comes together. Be careful not to overmix.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Gently knead it a few times to bring it together, then shape it into a 1-inch thick circle.
Cut the dough into 8 wedges (like a pizza) and place the wedges on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart.
Brush the tops of the scones with a little additional heavy cream to help them brown.
Bake the scones in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
While the scones bake, prepare the glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar and 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice in a small bowl until smooth.
Allow the scones to cool on a wire rack for about 10 minutes, then drizzle the lemon glaze over the top.
Serve the scones slightly warm or at room temperature. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3213 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 195.4 g | 251% | |
| Saturated Fat | 101.4 g | 507% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 441 mg | 147% | |
| Sodium | 2593 mg | 113% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 335.5 g | 122% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.8 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 135.7 g | ||
| Protein | 38.9 g | 78% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.9 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 223 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 12.7 mg | 71% | |
| Potassium | 654 mg | 14% | |
*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.
