Best 5 Lemon Tea Biscuits Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful teatime experience with our exquisite Lemon Tea Biscuits, a perfect accompaniment to your favorite cup of tea. These delightful treats are renowned for their crisp texture, zesty lemon flavor, and the perfect balance of sweetness and tartness. With our carefully curated collection of recipes, you can create these delectable biscuits in the comfort of your own kitchen. From classic lemon tea biscuits to variations infused with ginger, poppy seeds, and even a gluten-free option, our recipes cater to diverse preferences and dietary needs. Embark on a culinary journey and discover the perfect lemon tea biscuit recipe that will become a staple in your teatime rituals.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

LEMON TEA COOKIES



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These sandwich cookies taste rich and buttery and have a lovely lemon filling. The recipe has been in our family since the 1950s, when my mother got it from a French friend in her club. —Phyllis Dietz, Westland, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield about 4-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3/4 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1 large egg yolk, room temperature
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup finely chopped walnuts
FILLING:
3 tablespoons butter, softened
4-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
3/4 teaspoon grated orange zest
1-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
2 drops yellow food coloring, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in the egg yolk and vanilla. Gradually add flour and mix well. , Divide dough in half and shape each half into a 14-in. roll; reshape each roll into a 14x1-1/8x1-1/8-in. block. Wrap and refrigerate overnight. , Unwrap dough and cut into 1/4-in. slices. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Sprinkle half the cookies with nuts, gently pressing into dough. , Bake at 400° for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown around the edges. Remove to wire racks to cool completely., In a small bowl, cream the butter, lemon juice and orange zest until fluffy. Gradually add confectioners' sugar until smooth. Tint yellow if desired. Spread about 1 teaspoon filling on bottoms of the plain cookies; place nut-topped cookies over filling.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 70 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 32mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

LEMON TEA BISCUITS



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With subtle lemon flavor, these flaky biscuits make a nice addition to a small buffet or light lunch. Try them the next time you host a holiday tea party for friends, family or co-workers. -Jane Rossen, Binghamton, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 35m

Yield 16 biscuits (1/2 cup butter).

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup shortening
1 cup 2% milk
6 tablespoons lemon juice
LEMON BUTTER:
1/2 cup butter, softened
4-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1 tablespoon finely chopped onion, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking soda and salt. Cut in shortening until mixture resembles fine crumbs. Stir in milk and lemon juice just until moistened. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead 8-10 times. , Roll out to 1/2-in. thickness; cut with a floured 2-1/2-in. biscuit cutter. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 450° until golden brown, 8-10 minutes., Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine lemon butter ingredients until blended. Serve with warm biscuits.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 261 calories, Fat 14g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 313mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

LEMON BLUEBERRY BISCUITS



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Lemon and blueberries make such a fresh and flavorful combination in all kinds of baked goods, especially these biscuits. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 45m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup lemon yogurt
1 large egg, room temperature
1/4 cup butter, melted
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
GLAZE:
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. In a large bowl, whisk the first 5 ingredients. In another bowl, whisk yogurt, egg, melted butter and lemon zest until blended. Add to flour mixture; stir just until moistened. Fold in blueberries., Drop by 1/3 cupfuls 1 in. apart onto a greased baking sheet. Bake 15-18 minutes or until light brown., In a small bowl, combine glaze ingredients; stir until smooth. Drizzle over warm biscuits.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 193 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 29mg cholesterol, Sodium 223mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

NONNA'S LEMON RICOTTA BISCUITS



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     dessert

Time 35m

Yield 12 biscuits

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup plus 1 teaspoon sugar or more as needed for sprinkling
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature
1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest (from 2 lemons)
1 cup whole-milk ricotta cheese
1 large egg
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
1/3 cup thinly sliced almonds

Steps:

  • Line 12 muffin cups with paper liners. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Whisk the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl to blend. Using an electric mixer, beat 1 cup sugar, butter, and lemon zest in a large bowl until light and fluffy. Beat in the ricotta. Beat in the egg, lemon juice, and almond extract. Add the dry ingredients and stir just until blended (the batter will be thick and fluffy).
  • Divide the batter among the prepared muffin cups. Sprinkle the almonds and then the remaining 1 teaspoon of sugar over the muffins. Bake until the muffins just become pale golden on top, about 20 minutes. Cool slightly. Serve warm or at room temperature.

BLUEBERRY-LEMON BREAKFAST BISCUITS



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With only 4 ingredients, these biscuits are so tasty that you could serve them for dessert.

Provided by Yoly

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Biscuits

Time 35m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (10 ounce) can refrigerated buttermilk biscuit dough (such as Pillsbury®)
1 cup blueberries
½ cup powdered sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
½ teaspoon lemon zest

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
  • Remove biscuits from the can and split in half crosswise, for a total of 10 biscuits. Place 5 biscuits on the prepared cookie sheet; divide blueberries over the tops. Cover blueberries with the remaining biscuits.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, 18 to 22 minutes. Let cool for 5 minutes.
  • Combine powdered sugar, lemon juice, and zest in a small bowl. Brush biscuits tops with 1/2 of the glaze. Let sit until glaze has set, about 5 minutes. Repeat with remaining glaze.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 246.5 calories, Carbohydrate 41.2 g, Cholesterol 0.6 mg, Fat 7.7 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 559.9 mg, Sugar 19.4 g

Tips:

  • For a stronger lemon flavor, use freshly squeezed lemon juice and zest.
  • If the dough is too dry, add a little more milk or cream.
  • If the dough is too wet, add a little more flour.
  • Be careful not to overmix the dough, as this will make the biscuits tough.
  • Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before rolling and baking, as this will help to prevent spreading.
  • Bake the biscuits in a preheated oven to ensure even cooking.
  • Let the biscuits cool on a wire rack before serving.

Conclusion:

Lemon tea biscuits are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. They are light and fluffy, with a delicate lemon flavor. These biscuits are also very versatile and can be served with a variety of toppings, such as butter, jam, or honey. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy breakfast or a special dessert, lemon tea biscuits are a great choice.

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