Description

Flaky Lemon White Chocolate Scones offer a delightful blend of zesty lemon and creamy white chocolate. This easy-to-make treat is perfect for brunch, breakfast, or a cozy afternoon snack, promising a burst of flavor in every bite.

Ingredients

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1/3 cup [65 g] granulated sugar
2 tablespoons lemon zest
2 1/4 cups [320 g] all-purpose flour*
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon fine salt
1/2 cup [120 g] sour cream or creme fraiche
1/4 cup [60 g] fresh lemon juice
1 large egg
1 large egg yolk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
12 tablespoons unsalted butter, cold, cut into 12 pieces
2 ounces [55 g] white chocolate, chopped into small pieces
heavy cream for brushing
1 1/2 cup [180 g] confectioners' sugar
2 to 4 tablespoons [30 to 60 g] fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400F [200C] and adjust the oven rack to the middle position. Stack two sheet pans and line the top one with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, mix sugar and lemon zest by rubbing with your fingers. Whisk in flour, baking powder, and salt.
In a medium bowl, whisk together sour cream, lemon juice, egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract.
Cut cold butter into the dry ingredients using a pastry cutter until the mixture resembles peas. Then, add wet ingredients and fold until just combined. Gently fold in the white chocolate.
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead a few times until combined. Shape the dough into a square and roll to a 12-inch [30.5 cm] square. Fold the dough in thirds, chill in the freezer for 10 minutes.
Roll dough again into a 12-inch [30.5 cm] square, then fold into thirds. Shape into a 12 by 4-inch [30.5 by 10 cm] rectangle. Cut into rectangles, then diagonally into triangles. Place on the prepared sheet pan.
Brush tops with heavy cream and sprinkle with sugar. Bake for 18 to 25 minutes until golden brown. Let cool for 5 minutes before glazing.

Notes

Chilling the dough helps create flaky layers in your scones.
Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor.
For a sweeter glaze, adjust the confectioners’ sugar and lemon juice to your taste.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 scone
Calories: 240
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 31g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 40mg