LEMON CREAM SCONES

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Ideal for brunch or afternoon tea. Unknown Source

Provided by Lynnda Cloutier

Categories     Sweet Breads

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups flour
1/4 cup sugar
1 tbsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
3/4 cup dried fruit such as cranberries, cherries, blueberries or chopped apricots
1 tsp. freshly grated lemon zest
1 1/4 cups heavy cream
3 tbsp. unsalted butter, melted
2 tbsp. sugar
1 tbsp. freshly grated lemon zest

Steps:

  • 1. Mix flour, 1/4 cup sugar, baking powder and salt in large bowl. Stir in dried fruit and 1 tsp. lemon zest. Add heavy cream and mix til just moistened. Knead gently on lightly floured surface.
  • 2. Roll into a 10 inch circle, 1/2 inch thick. Cut into 12 wedges. Arrange wedges 2 inches apart on greased baking sheet. Brush with melted butter.
  • 3. Mix 2 Tbsp. sugar and 1 Tbsp. lemon zest in small bowl. Sprinkle over the scones. Bake at 425 for 15 minutes or til lightly browned. Remove to a wire rack and cool slightly. Serve warm or at room temperature. Makes one dozen.

Yameen Khaskhely
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These scones are a bit time-consuming to make, but they are worth the effort. They are so delicious and perfect for a special occasion.


Nthabiseng Mokwala
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I made these scones for my mom for Mother's Day and she loved them! She said they were the best scones she had ever had.


Shajeel Ahmed
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These scones are the perfect combination of sweet and tart. I love the lemon flavor.


Oluwasegun Akinseye
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I'm not a baker, but these scones were so easy to make. I will definitely be making them again.


Refiloe Mahazula
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These scones were a hit at my brunch party! Everyone loved them.


Kalyango Tom
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I followed the recipe exactly and the scones turned out great! I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Rahil khursheed
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The scones were a bit dry for my taste, but the lemon cream filling helped to make up for it.


Nombulelo Mzizi
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I added some fresh blueberries to the scones and they were delicious! I think this recipe is a great base for all sorts of variations.


TYBWRiruka
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These scones were a great way to use up some leftover lemon curd. They were quick and easy to make, and they turned out perfectly.


Dekynn Rolson
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I would have liked the scones to be a bit more lemony, but overall they were still very good.


Megi megi
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I made these scones for my family and they loved them! They are so easy to make and the results are always perfect.


Shanto dav neily
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I'm not a huge fan of scones, but these were really good. The lemon cream filling was a nice touch.


jacob graham
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These scones were a bit more work than I expected, but they were worth it! They were absolutely delicious and perfect for a special breakfast or brunch.


Irfaan Khan
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I was so excited when I saw this recipe and it did not disappoint! The scones were flaky and moist, and the lemon cream filling was divine. I will be making these again and again.


Driver Rider
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These scones were a delightful treat! The lemon flavor was perfectly balanced with the creamy filling. I would definitely make these again.


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