Apple Lemon Scones
8 servings
25 minutes
Apple scones with lemon are delicate pastries with a crispy golden crust and a soft, airy crumb filled with the aroma of fresh apples and a citrus note of lemon zest. This recipe has its roots in British culinary traditions, where scones are a beloved element of cozy tea time. The balance of sweetness and slight tartness makes them perfect for serving with jam or cream. An important secret is to mix the dough quickly to keep it crumbly, allowing the butter to create a flaky texture during baking. Ideal for breakfast or afternoon tea, they provide a sense of comfort and warmth from homemade baking.
1
Mix the flour with the baking powder and salt.
- Wheat flour: 225 g
- Baking powder (raising agent): 1.5 teaspoon
- Salt: pinch
2
Mix cold butter with flour until crumbly.
- Butter: 55 g
3
Add sugar and milk. Quickly knead the dough.
- Sugar: 80 g
- Milk: 150 ml
4
Add apples (finely chopped) and lemon zest.
- Apple: 1 piece
- Lemon zest: to taste
5
Place the dough shaped into small scones on a baking tray (greased with oil). Brush only the top with milk (to help them rise).
- Butter: 55 g
- Milk: 150 ml
6
Bake at 220 degrees (depending on the oven) for 15 minutes. Serve warm with jam.
