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Fluffy Lemon Poppy Seed Scones Recipe Easy Homemade with Vanilla Glaze

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These fluffy lemon poppy seed scones feature a tender crumb with a bright lemon flavor and a subtle crunch from poppy seeds, topped with a smooth vanilla glaze. Perfect for a quick breakfast or cozy brunch.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups (315 grams) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • ¼ cup (50 grams) granulated sugar
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup (115 grams) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • ¾ cup (180 ml) whole milk
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • Zest of 2 medium lemons
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons poppy seeds
  • For the vanilla glaze:
  • 1 cup (120 grams) powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2–3 tablespoons milk or heavy cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, granulated sugar, salt, and poppy seeds until well combined.
  3. Add the cold, cubed unsalted butter to the flour mixture. Using a pastry cutter or two forks, cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized bits.
  4. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, lemon zest, and fresh lemon juice.
  5. Pour the wet ingredients into the flour-butter mixture. Gently mix with a spatula or your hands until just combined; the dough will be slightly sticky.
  6. Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Pat it into a circle about 8 inches (20 cm) in diameter and roughly 1 inch (2.5 cm) thick. Cut into 8 equal wedges using a bench scraper or knife.
  7. Place the wedges about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet.
  8. Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the scones are golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  9. While baking, whisk together powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and 2-3 tablespoons milk or heavy cream in a small bowl until smooth to make the vanilla glaze.
  10. Once scones are cool enough to handle (about 10 minutes), drizzle or brush the vanilla glaze over the tops. Let the glaze set before serving.

Notes

Use cold butter to ensure flaky texture. Do not overmix the dough to avoid tough scones. If dough is too sticky, chill for 10 minutes before shaping. Fresh lemon zest is preferred over extracts for brightness. The glaze can be adjusted for thickness by adding more milk or powdered sugar. Scones can be frozen raw and baked later with a few extra minutes added to baking time.

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