Description
These Ridiculously Easy Lemon Raspberry Scones are a delightful treat that pairs the zesty flavor of lemon with the sweetness of fresh raspberries. These scones are tender, buttery, and perfect for a cozy breakfast or afternoon tea.
Ingredients
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Scones:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 tablespoons butter
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 6 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- Zest of 1 medium-size lemon
- ½ cup fresh raspberries
Glaze:
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons milk or half and half
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- For the scones: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper. Chill heavy cream in the freezer. Melt butter and set aside. In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, lemon zest, and salt. Combine chilled cream with melted butter. Add the mixture to dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Gently fold in raspberries. Scoop the batter onto the prepared pan and refrigerate. Bake for 18-22 minutes.
- For the glaze: Mix powdered sugar, milk, and lemon juice until smooth. Drizzle over cooled scones.
Notes
- You can use a cookie scooper for even portions.
- Refrigerating the scones before baking helps them hold their shape.
- Adjust glaze consistency by adding more sugar or cream.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: Lemon Raspberry Scones, Breakfast, Brunch, Afternoon Tea, Easy Baking Recipe
