Lemon-Cream Cheese Scones

Health score
4%
Lemon-Cream Cheese Scones
33 min.
8
278kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Lemon-Cream Cheese Scones, a perfect treat for any morning meal, brunch, or even dessert! These scones are not just a feast for the taste buds; they are a celebration of bright, zesty lemon paired with the rich creaminess of cream cheese. Imagine biting into a warm, flaky scone that melts in your mouth, releasing a burst of citrusy goodness that awakens your senses.

Ready in just 33 minutes, this recipe yields eight scrumptious servings, making it ideal for sharing with family and friends. With each scone containing approximately 278 calories, you can enjoy this delightful pastry without the guilt. The combination of all-purpose flour, sugar, and a hint of lemon peel creates a tender texture, while the cream cheese adds a luscious richness that elevates these scones to a whole new level.

Whether you’re sipping your morning coffee or hosting a weekend brunch, these Lemon-Cream Cheese Scones are sure to impress. They are easy to make and require minimal equipment, making them a fantastic choice for both novice and experienced bakers alike. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to treat yourself and your loved ones to a warm batch of these irresistible scones that are bursting with flavor!

Ingredients

  • 2.3 cups flour all-purpose
  • 0.3 cup sugar 
  • tablespoon lemon zest grated
  • teaspoons double-acting baking powder 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 cup butter firm ()
  • ounces cream cheese softened
  •  eggs 
  • 0.3 cup milk 
  • serving juice of lemon 
  • serving sugar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • blender

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 400°F.
  2. Mix flour, 1/4 cup sugar, the lemon peel, baking powder and salt in large bowl.
  3. Cut in butter, using pastry blender or crisscrossing 2 knives, until mixture looks like fine crumbs.
  4. Mix cream cheese and egg in small bowl until smooth. Gradually stir in milk. Stir cream cheese mixture into flour mixture until dough leaves side of bowl and forms a ball.
  5. Drop dough by 8 spoonfuls about 2 inches apart onto ungreased cookie sheet.
  6. Brush with lemon juice.
  7. Sprinkle with sugar.
  8. Bake 16 to 18 minutes or until golden brown. Immediately remove from cookie sheet.
  9. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Calories278kcal
Protein7.76%
Fat40.29%
Carbs51.95%

Properties

Glycemic Index
46.52
Glycemic Load
25.41
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
7.1343477964401%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.09mg
Hesperetin
0.27mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:278.28kcal
13.91%
Fat:12.5g
19.22%
Saturated Fat:4.14g
25.9%
Carbohydrates:36.26g
12.09%
Net Carbohydrates:35.22g
12.81%
Sugar:8.82g
9.8%
Cholesterol:32.42mg
10.81%
Sodium:313.76mg
13.64%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5.41g
10.83%
Selenium:14.77µg
21.1%
Vitamin B1:0.29mg
19.21%
Folate:68.44µg
17.11%
Vitamin B2:0.24mg
14.3%
Manganese:0.24mg
12.19%
Vitamin A:527.76IU
10.56%
Vitamin B3:2.11mg
10.53%
Iron:1.86mg
10.34%
Phosphorus:94.83mg
9.48%
Calcium:94.01mg
9.4%
Fiber:1.04g
4.15%
Vitamin B5:0.35mg
3.5%
Vitamin E:0.47mg
3.16%
Copper:0.06mg
2.91%
Magnesium:11.35mg
2.84%
Zinc:0.42mg
2.77%
Potassium:81.96mg
2.34%
Vitamin B12:0.14µg
2.28%
Vitamin C:1.71mg
2.08%
Vitamin B6:0.04mg
2%
Vitamin D:0.22µg
1.48%