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Lemon Rhubarb Streusel Scones

  • Author: olivia
  • Total Time: 37 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delightful scones combining the tartness of rhubarb with the bright flavor of lemon, perfect for breakfast or brunch.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup chopped rhubarb
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (for streusel)
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar (for streusel)
  • 2 tablespoons cold butter, cubed (for streusel)
  • Pinch of salt (for streusel)
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar (optional lemon glaze)
  • 1–2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (optional lemon glaze)

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, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and lemon zest.
  3. Cut in the cold butter until the mixture looks like coarse crumbs.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, egg, and vanilla.
  5. Pour the cream mixture into the flour mixture and stir gently.
  6. Fold in the chopped rhubarb until just combined; be careful not to overmix.
  7. Turn the dough onto a floured surface and shape it into a circle about 1 inch thick.
  8. Cut the circle into 8 wedges and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  9. For the streusel, mix together the flour, brown sugar, pinch of salt, and cold butter until crumbly.
  10. Sprinkle the streusel over each scone.
  11. Bake for 18–22 minutes or until golden and cooked through.
  12. Let cool for 10 minutes; drizzle with the optional lemon glaze if desired.

Notes

Best enjoyed warm; pair with tea or coffee. Use cold butter for flaky scones and avoid overmixing.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 22 minutes
  • Category: Bakery
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 scone
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 34g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: scones, lemon, rhubarb, breakfast, brunch, dessert

Find it online: https://sweettreatsrecipes.com/lemon-rhubarb-streusel-scones/