Description
These Rhubarb Scones with Lemon Drizzle are a delightful springtime treat, featuring tender, flaky scones studded with fresh rhubarb and finished with a tangy lemon glaze. Perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack, they combine the tartness of rhubarb with the brightness of lemon for a refreshing homemade pastry experience.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Butter and Fruit
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 1 cup diced fresh rhubarb
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Lemon Drizzle
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt to evenly distribute all the dry components.
- Cut in Butter: Incorporate the cold, cubed unsalted butter into the dry mixture using a pastry cutter or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized pieces remaining, which contributes to flakiness.
- Add Rhubarb: Gently fold the diced fresh rhubarb into the flour and butter mixture, ensuring it is well distributed but without overmixing to keep the scones tender.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, large egg, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice to create the wet batter component.
- Mix Wet and Dry: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture and stir just until combined to avoid overworking the dough which can make scones tough.
- Shape Dough: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently shape it into a 1-inch thick circle for even baking and classic scone shape.
- Cut and Arrange: Slice the dough circle into 8 equal wedges and place them spaced slightly apart on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake: Bake the scones in the preheated oven for 18 to 22 minutes or until they are golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Prepare Lemon Drizzle: While the scones bake, whisk together the powdered sugar and lemon juice in a small bowl until smooth for the tangy glaze.
- Drizzle and Serve: Once the scones have cooled slightly but are still warm, drizzle the lemon glaze over the top and serve to enjoy the perfect balance of tart and sweet.
Notes
- For additional flavor complexity, consider adding a pinch of cinnamon to the dry ingredients.
- You can substitute half of the rhubarb with diced fresh strawberries to vary the fruit flavor.
- Keep the butter as cold as possible before cutting it into the flour to ensure flaky texture in the scones.
- Do not overmix the dough; gently combine ingredients to maintain tenderness.
