Rustic Lemon Poppy Seed Scones

Brighten up your mornings with these Rustic Lemon Poppy Seed Scones, a bakery-style treat that's both tangy and delicately sweet. Featuring a buttery, tender crumb infused with vibrant lemon zest and dotted with nutty poppy seeds, these scones strike the perfect balance between rustic simplicity and indulgent flavor. The fresh lemon glaze drizzled on top adds a zesty finishing touch, making them irresistible for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon tea. With just 15 minutes of prep and a short bake time, this recipe is ideal for those seeking a quick yet impressive homemade pastry. Serve them warm for maximum melt-in-your-mouth goodness, or enjoy at room temperature for an on-the-go delight!

Nutriscore Rating: 44/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:18 mins

Total Time:33 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.333 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Cooled unsalted butter, diced
• 1 tablespoon Lemon zest
• 1.5 tablespoons Poppy seeds
• 0.5 cup Heavy cream (plus extra for brushing)
• 1 Large egg
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
• 0.5 cup Powdered sugar (for glaze)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice (for glaze)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.

Step 3

Add the diced cold butter to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingertips to work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

Stir in the lemon zest and poppy seeds.

Step 5

In a separate small bowl, whisk the heavy cream, egg, and lemon juice together until combined.

Step 6

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir with a spatula until a rough dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 7

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Gently press and shape the dough into a circle about 1 inch thick.

Step 8

Use a sharp knife or bench scraper to cut the dough into 8 wedges.

Step 9

Transfer the wedges to the prepared baking sheet, leaving a little space between each piece.

Step 10

Brush the tops of the scones with a small amount of heavy cream for a golden finish.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 16-18 minutes or until the scones are golden and cooked through.

Step 12

While the scones bake, make the lemon glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar and fresh lemon juice until smooth and slightly thickened.

Step 13

Allow the scones to cool for about 10 minutes on a wire rack before drizzling them with the lemon glaze.

Step 14

Serve warm or at room temperature, and enjoy the zesty sweetness of these rustic lemon poppy seed scones!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	635.2 grams (635.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2502

Total Fat 148.10g	190%
Saturated Fat 89.70g	449%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 397mg	132%
Sodium 2133mg	93%
Total Carbohydrate 267.60g	97%
Dietary Fiber 10.50g	38%
Total Sugars 72.40g
Protein 30.90g	62%

Vitamin D 76IU	382%
Calcium 351mg	27%
Iron 13mg	69%
Potassium 497mg	11%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.7%

Protein: 4.9%

Carbs: 42.4%