LEMON-CREAM CHEESE SCONES
Perfect for afternoon breaks with tea! The rich cream cheese taste of these light, flaky scones is perfectly balanced with a refreshing hint of lemon.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Side Dish
Time 33m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat oven to 400°F. Mix flour, 1/4 cup sugar, the lemon peel, baking powder and salt in large bowl. Cut in butter, using pastry blender or crisscrossing 2 knives, until mixture looks like fine crumbs.
- Mix cream cheese and egg in small bowl until smooth. Gradually stir in milk. Stir cream cheese mixture into flour mixture until dough leaves side of bowl and forms a ball.
- Drop dough by 8 spoonfuls about 2 inches apart onto ungreased cookie sheet. Brush with lemon juice. Sprinkle with sugar.
- Bake 16 to 18 minutes or until golden brown. Immediately remove from cookie sheet. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 275, Carbohydrate 35 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 1 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 290 mg
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Sulochana Lama
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of scones, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I'm glad I did! These scones are so light and fluffy, and the lemon cream cheese filling is the perfect amount of sweetness. I'll definitely be making these again.
ibrahim RB
[email protected]These scones are so easy to make, and they're always a hit with my friends and family. I love the way the lemon zest adds a bright flavor to the scones.
Abdul Mueed Molisie
[email protected]These scones are amazing! I love the way the lemon and cream cheese flavors work together. I'll definitely be making these again.
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[email protected]These scones are a bit too dense for my taste. I think I'll try using a different recipe next time.
Okouzi Micheal
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of scones, but these were actually pretty good. The lemon cream cheese filling was especially delicious.
Yaar Ahmad
[email protected]These scones are the perfect combination of sweet and tart. I love the way the lemon zest brightens up the flavor.
Kazim Lilani
[email protected]These scones are too sweet for my taste. I think I'll try reducing the amount of sugar next time.
Bambi Shounyane
[email protected]I've tried this recipe several times, and I've never been able to get the scones to rise properly. I'm not sure what I'm doing wrong.
Ghassan Ghassani
[email protected]These scones are so easy to make, and they're always a hit with my family. I love the way the lemon and cream cheese flavors complement each other.
Id in pro Hehh
[email protected]I made these scones for a brunch party, and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them. The scones were light and fluffy, and the lemon cream cheese filling was the perfect touch.
Bhekizitha Mabhiza
[email protected]These scones were a bit too dense for my taste. I think I might have over-mixed the dough. However, the flavor was still good, and I liked the combination of lemon and cream cheese.
Bk Ds
[email protected]I've made these scones several times now, and they're always a hit. They're so easy to make, and they always turn out perfect. I love the way the lemon and cream cheese flavors meld together. These scones are a must-try!
crystal whitebean sims
[email protected]These scones are heavenly! The lemon zest gives them a wonderful citrusy flavor, and the cream cheese filling is rich and creamy. I served them with a dollop of whipped cream and fresh berries, and they were the perfect treat for a special occasion.
Dyane López
[email protected]I was a bit skeptical about the lemon and cream cheese combination, but I was pleasantly surprised! The scones were moist and flavorful, with a nice balance of sweet and tart. I'll be adding this recipe to my regular rotation.
trrevvour flakes
[email protected]These scones are a delight! The tangy lemon flavor perfectly complements the creamy cheese filling. They're light and fluffy, with a delicate crumb. I'll definitely be making these again.