LEMON CREAM SCONES

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I originally found this recipe on the back of a C & H sugar bag. I like it because it has a light lemon flavor without being overly sweet.

Provided by Bayhill

Categories     Scones

Time 50m

Yield 12 scones, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups all-purpose flour
1/3 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup golden raisin, coarsely chopped
1 teaspoon lemon peel, finely grated
1 cup whipping cream
2 -4 tablespoons water

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375ºF.
  • In a medium bowl, combine flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt; stir in raisins and lemon peel.
  • With a fork, stir in cream and enough water until dough comes together into a rough ball.
  • On a lightly floured surface, knead dough 5 to 6 times. Place on a greased cookie sheet and pat into an 8-inch circle.
  • With a sharp knife, cut halfway through the dough to mark into 12 wedges. Bake 20 to 30 minutes, until golden brown; remove to wire rack to cool.
  • Cut into wedges while still warm, or cool completely before cutting.
  • Serve warm or at room temperature with lemon curd.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 184.7, Fat 7.6, SaturatedFat 4.6, Cholesterol 27.2, Sodium 147.9, Carbohydrate 27.1, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 9.2, Protein 2.8

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