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Raspberry Lemon Scones

These raspberry lemon scones are tender, buttery, and packed with bright citrus flavor and bursts of juicy raspberries. Baked until lightly golden and finished with a simple lemon glaze, they’re the kind of homemade scones that feel special yet approachable for everyday baking.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Servings: 18

Ingredients

Scones

  • 2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Zest of 1 large lemon
  • 1/2 cup 1 stick cold unsalted butter, cut into 1/4-inch pieces
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream
  • 3/4 cup frozen raspberries

Lemon Glaze

  • Juice of 1/2 large lemon
  • 1/2 to 1 cup confectioners’ sugar

Instructions

Make the Scones

  • Cut butter into small pieces and return to the refrigerator to keep cold.
  • Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, salt, and lemon zest.
  • Add cold butter and toss to coat with flour. Use clean fingers or a pastry blender to work butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  • Add frozen raspberries and gently toss to coat.
  • Drizzle heavy cream evenly over the mixture. Use a fork to gently mix, scraping from the bottom, until the dough begins to clump together.
  • Lightly knead in the bowl just until the dough forms a cohesive mass.
  • Transfer dough to the prepared baking sheet and gently shape into a 7–8 inch square about 3/4-inch thick.
  • Cut into 9 squares, then cut each square diagonally to form 18 triangles.
  • Space scones slightly apart and bake for 12–15 minutes, until lightly golden.

Make the Glaze

  • Whisk lemon juice with 1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar. Add more sugar as needed to reach desired consistency.
  • Let scones cool for at least 10 minutes, then drizzle with glaze. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

  • Keep Butter Cold: This is key for flaky scones.
  • Do Not Overmix: Gentle handling keeps the texture tender.
  • Frozen Raspberries: Use straight from the freezer to prevent bleeding.
  • Make Ahead: Freeze unbaked scones and bake directly from frozen, adding a few extra minutes.
  • Storage: Store baked scones in an airtight container for up to 2 days or freeze for longer storage.