Lemon scones that brighten your day in 30 minutes Recipe
These delightful lemon scones are a perfect way to add a burst of citrus to your day. With a zesty lemon flavor and a tender crumb, these scones are sure to brighten up any morning or afternoon tea.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Total Time: 30-35 minutes
- Yield: 8 scones 1x
- Category: Breakfast/Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
- 1/2 cup milk
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Add Butter: Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Incorporate Wet Ingredients: Stir in the milk, lemon zest, and lemon juice until the dough comes together.
- Knead Dough: Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead gently to form a cohesive dough.
- Shape Scones: Pat the dough into a circle and cut into wedges.
- Bake: Place the scones on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the scones to cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Lemon Scones, Citrus Scones, Breakfast Pastry
