Description
Sweet Lemon Scones are a delightful burst of citrus flavor that transform your breakfast or snack time into something special. With a golden-brown crust and fluffy interior, these scones offer the perfect balance of sweetness and zest. Ideal for sharing with friends over coffee or enjoying alone, they are simple to make and irresistible. Drizzle them with a lemon glaze for an extra touch of sweetness!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
- Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in lemon zest, juice, and heavy cream until just combined; do not overmix.
- Transfer dough to a floured surface, shape into a circle about one inch thick, and cut into wedges or use a cookie cutter.
- Bake on the prepared sheet for 15-20 minutes until golden brown. Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone (approximately 65g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 125mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg