Description
Bright and uplifting Lemon Raspberry Scones bursting with fresh citrus and juicy berries. These fluffy, tender scones combine zesty lemon with sweet raspberries for a perfect tangy-sweet balance. Easy and quick to make, ideal for breakfast or afternoon tea with a moist texture and delicate crumb.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups gluten-free flour blend
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/4 cup sugar (natural)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup cold plant-based butter, cubed
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (natural)
- 1/2 cup cold plant-based milk
- 1 teaspoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
Glaze (Optional)
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (natural)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (natural) or grape juice (natural)
Instructions
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour blend, baking powder, sugar, salt, and natural gelling agent to evenly distribute all raising agents and sweeteners, creating the base for tender scones.
- Cut in the Plant-Based Butter: Add the cold cubed plant-based butter to the dry mix and cut it in quickly with a pastry cutter or fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. The butter pieces will help create flaky layers as they melt during baking.
- Add Zest and Raspberries: Gently fold in the fresh lemon zest and whole raspberries, taking care not to overmix to keep the berries intact and avoid coloring the batter.
- Combine Wet Ingredients and Form Dough: In a separate bowl, mix the cold plant-based milk with lemon juice and vegetarian Worcestershire sauce. Pour this wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until a sticky dough forms.
- Shape and Cut: Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Bring it together with your hands and pat into a 1-inch thick circle. Use a sharp knife or round cutter to slice into 8 wedges or rounds. Place the cut scones onto a lined baking tray.
- Bake to Golden Perfection: Bake the scones in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 15 to 18 minutes, until golden on top with a firm but tender crumb inside.
- Glaze and Cool: Once slightly cooled, brush the scones with a simple glaze made from powdered sugar and lemon juice or grape juice for extra brightness and shine.
Notes
- Use cold ingredients to achieve flaky layers and tender texture.
- Stir dough just enough to combine to keep scones light and crumbly.
- Fold raspberries gently to avoid breaking them.
- Chilling shaped dough before baking can improve flakiness.
- Monitor baking time closely as ovens vary; start checking at 15 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Western
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Lemon Raspberry Scones, Vegan Scones, Gluten-Free Breakfast, Plant-Based Baking, Berry Scones, Citrus Scones