Description
Ridiculously Easy Lemon Raspberry Scones are a delightful addition to any brunch or breakfast gathering. With their soft, buttery texture and the perfect balance of tart lemon and sweet raspberries, these scones are not only delicious but also incredibly simple to make. In just 40 minutes, you can whip up a batch that will impress family and friends alike. Ideal for novice bakers looking for an easy recipe or seasoned pros wanting a quick treat, these scones are versatile enough to be customized with your favorite mix-ins.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup cold butter (cut into small pieces)
- 1 cup heavy cream or milk
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 cup fresh or frozen raspberries
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and granulated sugar.
- Cut in cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in heavy cream and lemon zest gently until just combined.
- Fold in raspberries carefully.
- On a floured surface, shape dough into a circle about 1 inch thick; cut into wedges.
- Place on the baking sheet with space between each piece.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until lightly golden.
- Mix powdered sugar and lemon juice for glaze; drizzle over warm scones.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 175mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg