Description

Delight your taste buds with these scrumptious Lemon Raspberry Scones that are perfect for breakfast or as a snack. The zesty lemon flavor combined with juicy raspberries makes these scones a real treat.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients:

2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon lemon zest

Wet Ingredients:

1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold and cubed)
1/2 cup heavy cream (plus more for brushing)
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Additions:

1 cup fresh raspberries
Coarse sugar for topping (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and lemon zest.
Incorporate butter: Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Prepare wet mixture: In a separate bowl, whisk the heavy cream, egg, and vanilla extract.
Combine ingredients: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix gently until just combined.
Add raspberries: Carefully fold in the raspberries.
Shape and bake: Turn the dough onto a floured surface, shape, cut, and bake until golden brown.
Finish: Let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Frozen raspberries can be used in place of fresh; do not thaw before mixing.
Try adding a lemon glaze for extra sweetness.