Description
These Ridiculously Easy Lemon Raspberry Scones are a delightful fusion of tangy lemon zest and luscious raspberries, creating a treat that’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a sweet snack. With their tender crumb and sweet glaze, these scones are incredibly simple to make and sure to impress anyone at your table. In just 35 minutes, you can whip up a batch that will fill your kitchen with an irresistible aroma. Enjoy them fresh from the oven or pair them with your favorite tea for an elegant afternoon experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 tablespoons butter
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 6 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- Zest of 1 medium lemon
- ½ cup fresh raspberries
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons milk or half-and-half
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Melt the butter in the microwave; set aside to cool slightly.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, lemon zest, and salt.
- Combine chilled heavy cream with melted butter in another bowl; mix until clumps form.
- Add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Carefully fold in halved raspberries.
- Scoop mounds of dough onto the prepared baking sheet; refrigerate for at least 15 minutes before baking.
- Bake for 18–22 minutes until golden brown; cool on a wire rack.
- While cooling, prepare glaze by mixing powdered sugar with milk and lemon juice; drizzle over warm scones.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg