Lemon Scones with Mixed Fruit Topping
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 12
Serving Size: 1
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Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups flour
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup butter - unsalted, cold and cut into pieces
- 1 lemon - zested
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 3/4 cup buttermilk + 1 Tablespoon
- 1 egg yolk
- 1/4 cup milk
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- Mixed Fruit Topping

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- 1 package frozen mixed fruit
- 3/4 cup water
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/2 lemon - zested
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon water
- whipped topping - for garnish 
 
Bursting with lemon flavor, this scone recipe features a buttermilk and cinnamon batter that
complements the citrus taste. The scones are even better when topped with a sweet mixed berry
compote and a dollop of whipped cream.
 
Directions

  • Preheat oven to 400°F.
  • Line a baking sheet with silpat or parchment paper.
  • In large bowl, sift flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Add the butter pieces and cut into
    flour with hands or fork until it resembles small pebbles.
  • Add lemon zest, cinnamon and buttermilk. Mix just until liquid is incorporated. Don't
    overmix.

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  • In small bowl, whisk egg yolk and milk.
  • With large spoon, drop dollops of dough on prepared sheet, you should have 12 dollops.
  • Brush tops of dough with egg wash and sprinkle with sugar.
  • Bake until golden and risen about 15 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and serve hot with fruit topping and whipped cream.
  • For

    Compote:

    • In medium saucepan, combine fruit, water, lemon juice, zest and sugar. Bring to a boil.
    • Reduce heat to med-low and simmer for 15 minutes. Stir occasionally.
    • In small bowl, combine cornstarch and water. Add to fruit mixture. Cook for 1-2 minutes more,
      stirring.
    • Simmer for 5 minutes, until thickened.
    • Serve with warm scones and whipped cream.

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