Lemonade Scones
Lemonade Scones are soft, fluffy, and lightly sweet scones made with just three ingredients—self-raising flour, cream, and lemonade. They’re quick, beginner-friendly, and perfect for morning tea, brunch, or a simple treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12–15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 8–10 scones
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Australian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 3 cups self-raising flour
- 1 cup heavy cream (or thickened cream)
- 1 cup lemonade (not diet)
- Pinch of salt (optional)
- Extra cream or milk, for brushing tops
- Optional: jam and whipped cream, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, sift together self-raising flour and salt (if using).
- Add cream and lemonade. Gently mix with a knife or spatula until just combined—do not overmix.
- Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface and gently pat into a 1-inch thick round.
- Cut out scones using a floured round cutter, pressing straight down without twisting.
- Place scones on the baking tray close together for soft sides, or spaced apart for crisper edges.
- Brush tops with extra cream or milk.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until risen and golden.
- Serve warm with jam and whipped or clotted cream.
Notes
- Don’t overmix the dough—handle it gently for the fluffiest scones.
- Add lemon zest for a brighter citrus flavor.
- Use a sharp cutter and avoid twisting to help the scones rise evenly.
- Freeze baked scones for up to 2 months and reheat in the oven.
- Serve with your favorite jam and cream for a classic tea-time treat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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