Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Ridiculously Easy Lemon Raspberry Scones, the ultimate treat for any occasion. Bursting with zesty lemon and juicy raspberries, these tender scones are incredibly simple to whip up, making them perfect for brunches, afternoon teas, or a sweet snack. In just 35 minutes, you can create a batch of these fluffy delights that will have everyone asking for seconds. Whether enjoyed warm straight from the oven or adorned with a luscious glaze, these scones promise to brighten your day. With easy-to-follow instructions and customizable options, even novice bakers can showcase their skills with this crowd-pleaser.
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
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Melt butter in the microwave and let cool slightly.
- Whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and lemon zest in a bowl.
- Mix chilled heavy cream with melted butter until clumpy.
- Combine wet and dry mixtures gently without overmixing.
- Fold in halved raspberries carefully.
- Scoop mounds onto the baking sheet with space in between.
- Chill for at least 15 minutes before baking for optimal texture.
- Bake for 18–22 minutes until golden brown; cool on a wire rack.
- Prepare glaze by mixing powdered sugar, milk/half-and-half, and lemon juice until smooth; drizzle over warm scones.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg