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Ridiculously Easy Lemon Poppy Seed Scones

Ridiculously Easy Lemon Poppy Seed Scones for Bright Mornings

Enjoy these Ridiculously Easy Lemon Poppy Seed Scones, delightfully moist and perfect for breakfast or a snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 scones
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Scone Mix
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Whole milk works as a substitute.
  • 1/2 cup Butter Use Crisco for a non-dairy alternative.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour can be swapped.
  • 1/4 cup Sugar Brown sugar offers a deeper flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Corn Starch Can be omitted if using vital wheat gluten.
  • 2 tablespoons Poppy Seeds Consider chia seeds as an alternative.
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder Ensure it's fresh.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda Ensure it's fresh.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Kosher salt adds a coarser texture.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Complement with fresh lemon juice in the glaze.
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Erythritol is a great low-sugar substitute.
  • 2 tablespoons Milk/Half and Half Any milk or plant-based milk works.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Lemon Juice Substitute with bottled lemon juice if needed.

Equipment

  • oven
  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Chill the heavy cream in the freezer for about 10 minutes and melt the butter.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, corn starch, poppy seeds, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and lemon zest.
  4. Mix the chilled heavy cream and cooled butter together until slightly thick.
  5. Fold the cream mixture into the dry ingredients gently until combined.
  6. Scoop mounds of dough onto the prepared baking sheet and refrigerate for 15 minutes.
  7. Bake for 12 to 20 minutes or until golden brown.
  8. While baking, whisk together the glaze ingredients until smooth.
  9. Drizzle glaze over the scones once slightly cooled.

Notes

These scones can be served warm for breakfast or as an afternoon snack paired with tea.