STUFFED LEMON-POPPY SEED SCONES

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Cake flour is clutch in this recipe for creating a perfectly balanced fluffy, crumbly and moist scone texture. Soaking the poppy seeds in warm milk softens them a bit and helps release their nutty flavor when baked. To prevent the curd leaking out during baking, take care to really pinch and seal the two disks of dough together all around the edges.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 scones

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/3 cup whole milk, plus more for brushing
1 tablespoon poppy seeds
2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest, plus 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (from 1 to 2 lemons)
2 1/4 cups cake flour, plus more for dusting
3 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 Earl Grey tea bag, leaves removed and finely crushed (about 1 1/2 teaspoons)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 stick cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
1 large egg
1/4 cup lemon curd
Turbinado sugar, for sprinkling

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425˚ F. Heat the milk in a small saucepan or warm in the microwave until steaming. Remove from the heat and stir in the poppy seeds. Let stand until cooled, about 20 minutes. Stir in the lemon juice to thicken and sour the milk.
  • Whisk the cake flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, tea and salt in a medium bowl; work in the cold butter and lemon zest with your fingers until the mixture looks like coarse meal. Make a well in the center, then add the egg and milk-poppy seed mixture. Stir together until combined and a soft dough forms, gently kneading the dough in the bowl once stirring becomes difficult.
  • Divide the dough in half and gently pat each portion into a 6- to 7-inch disk (1/4 to 1/2 inch thick), lightly dusting the dough and your fingers with flour if the dough is too sticky. Transfer one disk of dough to a baking sheet and spread the lemon curd on top, leaving a 1-inch border around the edge. Place the remaining disk of dough on top of the curd and pinch the edges together to seal. Brush the top with milk and sprinkle with turbinado sugar. Score the dough into 8 wedges, cutting about halfway into the top layer of dough but not into the filling.
  • Bake until golden brown, 25 to 30 minutes. Transfer to a rack and let cool 5 to 10 minutes on the baking sheet. Slide off the baking sheet and onto the rack; let cool at least 45 more minutes. Cut into wedges along the scored lines.

Ramudeo Bro
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I made these scones for a brunch party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved the lemon and poppy seed flavor combination. I will definitely be making these again.


God's Property
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I was looking for a lemon poppy seed scone recipe and this one did not disappoint. The scones were delicious and the glaze was the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making these again!


Sanowar Hosen
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These scones are the perfect breakfast treat. They're light and fluffy, and the lemon glaze is the perfect finishing touch. I highly recommend this recipe!


Khan 1234
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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 perfectly. I love the lemon and poppy seed flavor combination.


Chen
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These scones were easy to make and turned out great! I used frozen blueberries and they worked perfectly. The scones were light and fluffy, and the glaze was the perfect finishing touch.


Nakimbugwe Joyce
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I thought the scones were a bit bland. I think I would add some more spices or extracts next time.


Ali Azhar
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These scones were delicious! The lemon and poppy seed flavors were perfect together. I would definitely make them again.


Backstraps nFins
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I found the scones to be a bit dry. I think I would add a little more milk or butter next time.


Thabiso Ross
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These scones were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they were still good. I think I would reduce the amount of sugar next time.


Jahmere Shelley
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I've tried a lot of scone recipes, but this one is my favorite. The scones are moist and fluffy, and the lemon glaze is to die for. I highly recommend this recipe!


Mr Aflatoon
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These scones are so easy to make, and they're always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can make them ahead of time and freeze them, so I always have a fresh batch on hand.


Afzanali1000 Afzanali1000
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I was a bit skeptical about the lemon and poppy seed combination, but I was pleasantly surprised. The scones were light and fluffy, and the glaze was the perfect finishing touch. I'll definitely be making these again.


Bugs Clark
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These scones are the perfect balance of sweet and tart. The lemon glaze adds a wonderful finishing touch. I will definitely be making these again!


Muntaha Kazi
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I've made these scones several times now, and they're always a hit. They're easy to make and always turn out perfectly. I love that I can use fresh or frozen blueberries, depending on what I have on hand.


Ana Adan
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These scones were a delightful treat! The lemon and poppy seed flavors complemented each other perfectly, and the scones were moist and fluffy. I especially enjoyed the crunchy topping.