Best 6 Amazing Lemon Scones Recipes
In the realm of teatime treats, few confections can rival the allure of a freshly baked scone. These delectable pastries, often characterized by their crumbly texture and golden-brown exterior, have captured the hearts of scone enthusiasts worldwide. Our culinary journey takes us to the world of lemon scones, a delightful variation that bursts with citrusy zest and sunshine-like flavors. These scones are the perfect accompaniment to a leisurely afternoon tea, a delightful addition to a brunch spread, or a satisfying snack to savor anytime. With three enticing recipes to choose from, ranging from classic to vegan and gluten-free options, this article caters to every palate and dietary preference. Get ready to embark on a scone-baking adventure that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
LEMON SCONES
These delicate scones are the perfect lightly sweet treat to serve with coffee or tea at any holiday get-together. It's a simple bread since, like biscuits, it doesn't require much kneading and there's no need to let the dough rise.
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 35m
Yield 12 scones.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Cut in butter until mixture resembles fine crumbs. Add buttermilk and lemon zest, stirring just until mixed. , Turn onto a floured surface; knead gently six times. Shape into a ball. On a greased baking sheet, pat dough into a circle about 1/2 in thick and 8-1/2 in. in diameter. Using a sharp knife, cut wedges in the dough, being careful not to cut all the way through. Sprinkle with sugar. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until edges are lightly browned.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 198 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 324mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
3-INGREDIENT LEMON SCONES
These scones are so quick and simple. They only have three ingredients and produce deliciously light scones. The bubbles in the lemon soda make them rise. There is no need to rub butter as in the traditional scone recipe. Serve hot with whipped cream and berry jam.
Provided by purplepiscean
Categories Bread Quick Bread Recipes Scone Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Grease a baking sheet with cooking spray; lightly dust with flour.
- Sift self-rising flour into a large bowl. Combine lemon soda and cream and pour over the flour. Mix until dough is just combined. Turn dough out onto the prepared baking sheet. Flour your hands and gently pat dough into a large rectangle. Do not overwork the dough. Cut into triangles or squares.
- Bake in the preheated oven until golden, 10 to 12 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 190.1 calories, Carbohydrate 26.4 g, Cholesterol 27.2 mg, Fat 7.7 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 404.4 mg, Sugar 2.8 g
LEMON CREAM SCONES
As a quick way to warm everyone up, I make these lemony scones to go with a pot of hot tea. Sometimes I like to add dried cherries to the batter, to jazz it up a little.-Angela Matz, West Allis, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 35m
Yield 8 scones.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°. In a large bowl, whisk flour, 1/3 cup sugar, baking powder and salt. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. In another bowl, whisk 3/4 cup cream, eggs and lemon extract until blended; stir into crumb mixture just until moistened., Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead gently 10 times. Pat dough into an 8-in. circle. Cut into eight wedges., Place wedges on a greased baking sheet. Mix cinnamon and remaining sugar. Brush tops with remaining cream; sprinkle with cinnamon-sugar. Bake 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts :
AMAZING LEMON SCONES
These are so delicious they just melt in your mouth! They have a bakery back home that has these amazing lemon scones that I was addicted to. Through much trial and error I think I've got them!
Provided by ANGELSTAR
Categories Bread Quick Bread Recipes Scone Recipes
Time 55m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Mix flour, white sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl. Cut in cold butter with a pastry blender until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Whisk milk, 3 tablespoons lemon juice, lemon zest, and vinegar in a small bowl and stir into flour mixture until moistened; turn out onto a lightly floured surface.
- Knead dough briefly for 5 or 6 turns. Pat or roll dough out into a 1 inch-thick round. Cut into 10 wedges and arrange on a baking sheet leaving 1 inch between each wedge.
- Bake in preheated oven until bottom edges are lightly tan, 11 to 14 minutes. Allow scones to cool for 15 minutes.
- While scones are cooling, stir confectioners' sugar, melted butter, 2 1/2 tablespoon lemon juice, and vanilla extract in a bowl until smooth. Stir water into sugar mixture, 1 tablespoon at a time, until mixture is easily drizzled.
- Drizzle glaze over warm scones.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 446.4 calories, Carbohydrate 61.9 g, Cholesterol 54 mg, Fat 20.6 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 4.6 g, SaturatedFat 12.9 g, Sodium 487.9 mg, Sugar 32.2 g
LEMON CREAM SCONES
Categories Bread Milk/Cream Citrus Dairy Fruit Brunch Bake Lemon Apricot Spring Shower Bon Appétit Kidney Friendly Vegetarian Pescatarian Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 12
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Mix 2 cups flour, 1/4 cup sugar, 1 tablespoon baking powder and 1/2 teaspoon salt in large bowl. Stir in apricots and 1 tablespoon lemon peel. Add whipping cream and stir just until dough forms. Turn dough out onto lightly floured surface. Knead gently just until dough holds together. Form dough into 10-inch-diameter, 1/2-inch-thick round. Cut into 12 wedges.
- Transfer wedges to large baking sheet, spacing evenly. Combine remaining 2 tablespoons sugar and 1 teaspoon lemon peel in small bowl. Brush scones with melted butter. Sprinkle with sugar mixture. Bake scones until light golden brown, about 15 minutes. Transfer to rack and cool slightly. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cool completely. Wrap in foil; store at room temperature.) Serve scones warm or at room temperature.
LEMON SCONES
Make and share this Lemon Scones recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Chef Kate
Categories Scones
Time 30m
Yield 12 large scones
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 °F.
- Place all dry ingredients in a mixing bowl, or in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment.
- Cut butter into dry ingredients until it resembles coarse meal.
- Stir together ¾ cup cream and vanilla and add to dough.
- Mix just until dough comes together.
- Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface. Roll dough twice to an inch thick, each time folding in half (this is the secret to a flaky scone).
- Roll dough to ¾-1 inch thick and cut desired shapes.
- Place on a greased or parchment-lined baking sheet and brush with remaining cream.
- Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, until tops are nicely browned.
Tips:
- Use cold butter: Cold butter creates flaky layers in the scones. If the butter is too soft, the scones will be dense and greasy.
- Don't overmix the dough: Overmixing the dough will make the scones tough. Mix the dough just until it comes together.
- Chill the dough before baking: Chilling the dough allows the butter to firm up again, which will help the scones rise properly.
- Bake the scones in a hot oven: A hot oven will help the scones rise quickly and evenly.
- Don't overbake the scones: Overbaking the scones will make them dry and crumbly. Bake the scones just until they are golden brown.
Conclusion:
Lemon scones are a delicious and versatile treat. They can be served for breakfast, brunch, or afternoon tea. They can also be made ahead of time and frozen. With a few simple tips, you can make perfect lemon scones every time.
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