These homemade lemon scones are the perfect balance of tangy and sweet, with a crumbly texture that’ll melt in your mouth. And let’s not forget about the delicious sweet lemon icing, which is the cherry on top to make them simply irresistible. Having one of these for breakfast is the perfect way to start your day! Is there anything better than a sweet, buttery scone fresh out of the oven? If you’re a pastry-lover like me, you’ll have to try these other recipes out next: blueberry scones, glazed orange scones, and maple pecan scones!
Lemon Scone Recipe
Lemon scones with a drizzle of zesty lemon icing are the ultimate indulgence for any citrus lover! These scones are bursting with fresh lemon flavor and have a crumbly yet soft texture that will leave your taste buds in heaven. Whether you make these for breakfast, brunch, or just a sweet treat to have with coffee, I know you will love this recipe as much as I do. But the best part? Lemon scones are super easy to make and take only 40 minutes from start to finish! Simply mix the dry ingredients, cut in the butter, add the wet ingredients, shape the dough into triangles, and bake. In no time, you’ll have a batch of freshly baked scones that are sure to impress. So, whether you’re looking for a delicious breakfast treat or a snack to enjoy with your afternoon tea, these lemon scones are the perfect choice!
Ingredients Needed
Let’s break down the ingredients that make these lemon scones so scrumptious! Check out the recipe card below to find exact measurements.
All-Purpose Flour: First up, we have 2 cups of all-purpose flour – the backbone of any good scone recipe. This flour gives the lemon scones their structure and stability, ensuring they bake up light and fluffy. You’ll want to avoid using a flour that has too high of a protein content so your scones don’t end up dense. Granulated Sugar: Sugar provides the sweetness that balances out the tangy lemon flavor. Sugar also helps to create a golden brown crust on the outside of the scones. Yum! Baking Powder: Acts as a leavening agent and helps the scones puff up in the oven. Salt: Don’t forget about the salt – this ingredient is essential for bringing out all the flavors in the recipe. Lemon Zest: Adds a burst of citrusy flavor to the scones. Unsalted Butter: Butter adds richness and helps create the flaky texture that we all love in homemade scones. Heavy Cream: The high fat content in heavy cream helps to make the scones nice and tender. Large Egg: To bind everything together and give the scones structure. Vanilla Extract: Adds warm, sweet flavor to each bite. Coarse Sugar: Because no pastry is complete without a sprinkling of coarse sugar! It’s a bakery-worthy finishing touch.
For the Lemon Icing:
The icing on the cake, or in this case, the icing on the scone! This lemon glaze is the perfect finishing touch to make your lemon scones even more delicious.
Powdered Sugar: Gives the icing a smooth texture and sweet flavor. Lemon Juice: Lemon juice is a must-add so your scones have a pop of zesty flavor. Fresh is best! The acidity of the lemon juice also helps to break down the powdered sugar and create a smooth consistency. Heavy Cream: Helps to thin out the icing and make it easy to drizzle over the scones. Plus, the cream adds a touch of richness and creaminess that makes the icing absolutely irresistible. By all means, taste test, but be sure to save some for the actual scones!
How to Make Lemon Scones
It’s super easy and takes less than an hour! Once you get a taste of these homemade lemon scones, you’ll want them all the time. You just can’t go wrong with their bright, zesty flavor and crumbly, buttery flavor! It’s so delicious!
Making the Icing
Use Cold Ingredients: It’s important that your ingredients are chilled and cold when you bake. Because, if your butter melts too soon while it’s baking then you won’t get that soft and tender crumb. Grating frozen butter works best! Don’t Overmix: You don’t want to overwork your dough. Make sure that everything is thoroughly combined and then leave it alone. It will make your scones be dense and tough, not soft and flaky.
At Room Temperature: Once your scones have cooled, place them in an airtight container. They will keep at room temperature for 2-3 days. Reheating: Reheat the scones in the oven at 300 degrees Fahrenheit for about 5 minutes.
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All nutritional information is based on third party calculations and is only an estimate. Each recipe and nutritional value will vary depending on the brands you use, measuring methods and portion sizes per household.
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