Double-Lemon Thumbprint Scones

Vegetarian
Health score
2%
Double-Lemon Thumbprint Scones
55 min.
8
313kcal

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Indulge your senses with our delightful Double-Lemon Thumbprint Scones, a perfect way to bring a burst of sunshine to your breakfast table or brunch gathering. These vegetarian scones are beautifully infused with the refreshing zest and tang of fresh lemons, making them an irresistible treat for both the morning meal and dessert lovers alike. With each bite, you’ll experience the vibrant flavors that celebrate the essence of spring and summer.

These scones are not just your average baked good; the addition of sweet fruit preserves creates a lovely contrast against the zesty lemon base, giving you a delightful surprise in every thumbprint. Picture yourself savoring these warm scones with a cup of tea or coffee on a cozy morning or serving them as a standout dish at your next brunch party. With a preparation time of just 55 minutes and a yield of 8 servings, you’ll have plenty to share with friends and family.

The light, fluffy texture combined with the glazed citrus tops will not only fill your kitchen with an enchanting aroma but will also leave everyone asking for the recipe. So whether you’re an experienced baker or just starting, these Double-Lemon Thumbprint Scones are a fantastic way to showcase your culinary skills while treating your loved ones to something truly special. Get ready to elevate your morning or brunch experience—these scones are waiting to brighten up your day!

Ingredients

  • 1.3 cups cup heavy whipping cream chilled
  • large optional: lemon 
  • cups self raising flour 
  • tablespoons strawberry jam ()
  • 0.5 cup sugar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking paper
  • oven
  • whisk
  • plastic wrap
  • cookie cutter

Directions

  1. Position rack in center of oven and preheatto 425°F. Line large heavy-duty rimmedbaking sheet with parchment paper.Finely grate enough peel from lemonsto measure 6 teaspoons; set grated peelaside. Squeeze enough juice from 1 lemonto measure 1 tablespoon (seal remaininglemons in plastic wrap and reserve foranother use).
  2. Whisk flour and 1/2 cup sugarin medium bowl to blend.
  3. Add 1 1/4 cupschilled whipping cream, 1 tablespoonlemon juice, and 4 teaspoons finely gratedlemon peel; stir gently to combine.
  4. Gather dough together and turnout onto lightly floured work surface;knead briefly, 4 to 5 turns. Pat or roll outdough to 1-inch-thick round. Using 2 1/2-to2 3/4-inch-diameter cookie cutter or biscuitcutter dipped in flour, cut out rounds.Reroll dough scraps and flatten to 1-inchthickness; cut out additional rounds.
  5. Transfer scones to prepared rimmedbaking sheet, spacing scones about 1 inchapart. Using thumb, push down centerof each scone to make deep indentation.Spoon about 1/2 teaspoon preserves intoindentation of each scone.
  6. Whisk remaining 2 tablespoons sugar,2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream, and2 teaspoons finely grated lemon peel insmall bowl to blend.
  7. Brush top of sconesgenerously with lemon glaze.
  8. Bake sconesuntil golden and cake tester insertedhorizontally into center of scone comes outclean, 18 to 20 minutes.
  9. Transfer thumbprintscones to rack and cool slightly.
  10. Servescones warm or at room temperature.
  11. Per serving: 313 calories,15 g fat,0.9 g fiber
  12. Bon Appétit

Nutrition Facts

Calories313kcal
Protein6.55%
Fat39.48%
Carbs53.97%

Properties

Glycemic Index
27.2
Glycemic Load
25.95
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
5.9504347314005%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
8.65mg
Hesperetin
11.3mg
Naringenin
0.22mg
Luteolin
0.77mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.2mg
Quercetin
0.46mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:313.02kcal
15.65%
Fat:14.11g
21.71%
Saturated Fat:8.65g
54.04%
Carbohydrates:43.39g
14.46%
Net Carbohydrates:41.45g
15.07%
Sugar:17.1g
18.99%
Cholesterol:42.02mg
14.01%
Sodium:13.2mg
0.57%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5.26g
10.53%
Vitamin C:22.13mg
26.82%
Selenium:13.86µg
19.8%
Manganese:0.26mg
13.13%
Vitamin A:556.19IU
11.12%
Fiber:1.94g
7.76%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
6.06%
Phosphorus:59.31mg
5.93%
Folate:16.81µg
4.2%
Copper:0.08mg
4.09%
Calcium:40.89mg
4.09%
Vitamin D:0.6µg
3.97%
Potassium:126.57mg
3.62%
Vitamin E:0.53mg
3.56%
Magnesium:13.86mg
3.46%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.3%
Iron:0.59mg
3.29%
Vitamin B5:0.31mg
3.1%
Vitamin B6:0.06mg
2.9%
Zinc:0.38mg
2.56%
Vitamin B3:0.38mg
1.89%
Vitamin K:1.28µg
1.22%
Source:Epicurious