LEMON-CURRANT CREAM SCONES

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Drizzle a sweet-tart glaze over tender lemon scones to add an extra punch of flavor.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 50m

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/4 cup granulated sugar
3 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup dried currants
1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
1 1/3 cups whipping cream
1 cup powdered sugar
2 to 3 tablespoons lemon juice
Additional grated lemon peel, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Lightly grease cookie sheet with shortening or spray with cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, mix flour, granulated sugar, baking powder and salt with fork. Mix in currants and 1 teaspoon lemon peel. Add whipping cream all at once; stir just until dry ingredients are moistened.
  • On floured surface, gently knead dough 6 or 7 times or until smooth. Pat dough 3/4 inch thick. Cut with 2-inch round cutter. Place 2 inches apart on cookie sheet.
  • Bake 12 to 15 minutes or until light golden brown. Cool 15 minutes. Meanwhile, in small bowl, stir powdered sugar and enough lemon juice until smooth and thin enough to drizzle. Drizzle over scones. Top with additional lemon peel. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Scone, Sodium 180 mg, Sugar 15 g, TransFat 0 g

malik azmatali
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I made these scones for a brunch party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved the lemon and currant flavors, and the cream made them incredibly moist. I'll definitely be making these again.


Wajudah Oyemitan
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These scones were easy to make and turned out perfectly. The lemon and currant flavors were delicious, and the cream made them extra rich. I'll definitely be making these again.


mstakmina akter
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I'm not usually a fan of scones, but these were really good. The lemon and currant flavors were subtle but noticeable, and the cream made them very moist. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Ayiga Fred
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These scones were amazing! The lemon and currant flavors were perfectly balanced, and the cream made them incredibly moist. I'll definitely be making these again soon.


Samantha Cook
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I've been making these scones for years and they're always a hit. The lemon and currant flavors are a classic combination, and the cream makes them extra special. I highly recommend this recipe.


Nnuunu
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These scones were easy to make and turned out perfectly. The lemon and currant flavors were subtle but noticeable, and the cream made them very moist. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Mehar Mehar khan
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I made these scones for breakfast this morning and they were a hit! The lemon and currant flavors were so refreshing, and the cream made them incredibly moist. I'll definitely be making these again.


Erin Mclaren
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These scones were delicious! The lemon and currant flavors were a perfect combination, and the cream made them extra rich and moist. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


MD BOT
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I've been looking for a good lemon currant scone recipe for a while now, and this one is definitely a keeper! The scones were light and fluffy, with a perfect crumb. The lemon and currant flavors were also perfectly balanced.


khaled Ghaith
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I made these scones for a brunch party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved the lemon and currant flavors, and the cream made them extra special. I'll definitely be making these again.


I Io
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These scones were easy to make and turned out perfectly. The lemon and currant flavors were subtle but noticeable, and the cream made them very moist. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Muhammad Gondal
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I'm not usually a fan of scones, but these were amazing! The lemon and currant flavors were so refreshing, and the cream made them incredibly moist. I'll definitely be making these again and again.


Padraig Pedersen
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I've tried many scone recipes, but this one is by far the best. The scones were light and fluffy, with a perfect crumb. The lemon and currant flavors were also spot-on.


Joseph Brendmoen
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These scones were a delightful treat! The lemon and currant flavors were perfectly balanced, and the cream made them extra rich and moist. I'll definitely be making these again!