Ridiculously Easy Lemon Raspberry Scones
These heavenly, melt-in-your-mouth Lemon Raspberry Scones are not only ridiculously delicious, they're also ridiculously easy and come together so quickly!
Ingredients
- 1 cheavy cream
- 8 tbspbutter
- 2 call purpose flour
- 6 tbspsugar
- 1 tbspbaking powder
- ½ tspbaking soda
- ½ tspsalt
- zest of 1 medium size lemon
- ½ cfresh raspberries
- 2 cpowdered sugar
- 3 tbspmilk or half and half
- 1 tbspfresh lemon juice
Directions
For the scones:
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper (you'll need 2 sheet pans for smaller scones). Set an oven rack on the middle level of the oven. Measure 1 cup heavy cream and place in the freezer while proceeding with the recipe. (You want the cream to be in the freezer 10-15 minutes.)
- 2
Place butter in a microwave safe bowl, cover with a paper towel and heat on high for 1 minute. If not completely melted, return to microwave for 10 second intervals till melted. Set aside to cool a bit while prepping other ingredients.
- 3
Whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, lemon zest and salt in a medium-size bowl. Stir to combine.
- 4
After heavy cream has been chilled in the freezer for 10-15 minutes, combine it with the melted butter. Stir with a fork until butter forms small clumps or globules (see the picture above in the post).
- 5
Add butter/cream mixture to dry ingredients and stir with rubber spatula until all flour is incorporated and batter pulls away from sides of bowl. The batter will be very thick, like a cookie dough. Don’t over mix it, but you do make sure all the little flour bits are incorporated.
- 6
Break each raspberry in half and sprinkle them evenly over the top of the batter. Stir once or twice, gently to mix the berries throughout the dough.
- 7
Spray a cookie scooper (see notes above) or large spoon with non-stick cooking spray. Scoop up scones in mounds onto prepared pan. When you scoop, try to get some of the raspberries into each portion. Space the scones at least 2-inches apart to allow for some spreading.
- 8
Refrigerate scones for at least 15 minutes or up to an hour. If you don’t have room for 2 sheet pans in your refrigerator, put them all on one to chill. Then separate before baking.
- 9
Bake for 18-22 minutes or until light golden brown. Transfer to a wire cooling rack.
For the glaze:
- 1
While the scones are baking, make the lemon glaze. Combine the powdered sugar, milk (or half and half) and lemon juice in a medium-size bowl. Whisk well until smooth to make a thick, but spoonable glaze. (If glaze is too thin, add a bit more powdered sugar, if too thick add add a little more cream.)
- 2
Place a sheet pan or piece of foil under the cooling rack and spoon the glaze over scones to cover completely, allowing any excess to drip onto the sheet pan or foil.
- 3
If you can wait, let scones sit for 15 minutes to let glaze set before serving.
About this Recipe
Indulge in Ridiculously Easy Lemon Raspberry Scones
Get ready to discover your new favorite breakfast treat! These Ridiculously Easy Lemon Raspberry Scones are an absolute dream come true for anyone craving bakery-quality scones without the fuss. Forget complicated techniques; this recipe lives up to its name, coming together in just 35 minutes total, making it perfect for a spontaneous brunch or a quick weekend bake.
What makes these Lemon Raspberry Scones so special? It's their incredible melt-in-your-mouth texture combined with the vibrant burst of fresh lemon zest and sweet-tart raspberries. The rich heavy cream in the dough creates an unbelievably tender crumb, while the tangy lemon glaze drizzled over the top adds that perfect finishing touch, balancing the sweetness beautifully. Each bite is a delightful fusion of zesty citrus and juicy berry, making these the ultimate Raspberry Scones experience.
Tips for Perfect Homemade Scones
Achieving perfect homemade scones is simpler than you think!
- Don't overmix: Overworking the dough can lead to tough scones. Mix just until combined.
- Handle with care: Gently fold in the fresh raspberries to keep them intact.
- Cold ingredients: While the recipe is easy, ensuring your butter is cold helps create flaky layers.
Serving Suggestions & Variations
These easy scone recipe beauties are fantastic on their own, but here are some ideas to elevate your experience:
- Serve warm with a dollop of clotted cream and extra fresh raspberries.
- Pair with your favorite tea or coffee for a cozy morning.
- Variations: Try swapping raspberries for blueberries or mixed berries, or add a touch of vanilla extract to the dough for a different flavor profile. You can also experiment with different glazes, like an orange zest glaze.
Whether you're hosting brunch or simply treating yourself, these Ridiculously Easy Lemon Raspberry Scones are guaranteed to impress with minimal effort and maximum flavor.