Ridiculously Easy Lemon Poppy Seed Scones
Indulge in the delightful world of baking with these Ridiculously Easy Lemon Poppy Seed Scones. Perfectly moist and bursting with zesty flavor, these scones are a breeze to make, whether you’re a seasoned baker or just starting out. With a tender texture that melts in your mouth, they are ideal for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon tea treat. Serve them warm from the oven drizzled with a sweet lemon glaze for an extra touch of indulgence. Impress your family and friends with this simple yet elegant recipe that will quickly become a favorite in your home.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 tablespoons butter
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 6 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon corn starch
- 1½ tablespoons poppy seeds
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- Zest of 1 medium lemon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, corn starch, poppy seeds, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add cold butter cubes and lemon zest to the dry ingredients; mix until crumbly.
- Pour in heavy cream and stir until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Turn dough onto a floured surface, shape into a circle about 1-inch thick, and cut into triangles or rounds.
- Place on the prepared baking sheet and bake for about 20 minutes or until golden brown.
- While baking, prepare the glaze by whisking powdered sugar with milk and lemon juice until smooth.
- Allow scones to cool slightly before drizzling with glaze and serving warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg