Description
Lemon Raspberry Scones are a delightful treat that can elevate any meal, whether it’s breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack. Bursting with the fresh flavors of zesty lemon and juicy raspberries, these scones are incredibly simple to make and require minimal ingredients. In just 35 minutes, you can whip up a batch of these tender, flavorful scones that will impress your guests or satisfy your sweet cravings at home. Serve them warm with a drizzle of glaze or alongside fresh fruit for a refreshing touch. Perfect for sharing at gatherings or enjoying solo, these Ridiculously Easy Lemon Raspberry Scones are sure to become a favorite in your baking repertoire.
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
- Glaze: 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 a microwave-safe bowl and allow it to cool slightly.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, lemon zest, and salt.
- Combine the chilled heavy cream with the melted butter until clumpy.
- Gently mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined; do not overmix.
- Carefully stir in halved raspberries without breaking them too much.
- Scoop mounds of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes before baking for better structure.
- Bake for about 18–22 minutes until golden brown on top.
- Prepare glaze by whisking powdered sugar with milk and lemon juice until smooth.
- Drizzle glaze over cooled scones and let set before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone (60g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg