Loaded with zest and drizzled with zingy glaze, these lemon scones deliver.

There’s something classy but rustic about scones.

They make me want to serve them with a fancy tea but then dunk them.

Tray of Lemon Scones Drizzled with Lemon Glaze with Lemons and Bowl of Glaze in Background

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These lemon scones have a crusty exterior and they’re tender and flaky on the inside.

They are rich and buttery but balanced by the bright and floral lemon.

You Only Need One Bowl for These Lemon Scones!

Tray of Lemon Scones with Drizzle of Lemon Glaze

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Scones are generally quick and easy to make, and this recipe is no different.

They mix up in just a few minutes by hand and use only one bowl.

The only special equipment you need is a fine grater for zesting the lemons.

Lemon Scones with Lemon Glaze Surrounded by Plates, Half Lemons, and Bowl

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Serving Suggestions

Theres no better accompaniment to scones than your favorite warm beverage.

Serve these scones for breakfast or brunch just as they are with a cup of tea or coffee.

They would also pair well with a slathering of your favorite jam.

Lemon Zest Rubbed into Sugar in a Bowl for Scones

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Or go all out with some sweet and tangy lemon curd.

We Got Brunch Covered With These Scones!

Add the flour, baking powder, salt, and baking soda and whisk to combine.

Bowl of Flour and Butter for Lemon Scones Recipe

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Measure the buttermilk in a liquid measuring cup, then whisk in the egg.

Pour the buttermilk mixture into the flour mixture.

It’s okay if the dough is slightly lumpy or a few dry bits remain.

Bread Butter into Flour in Bowl for Lemon Scones

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Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface.

Use a long knife or a bench scraper to cut the disk into 8 equal-sized wedges.

Place the wedges on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them at least 1-inch apart.

Measuring Cup of Buttermilk Poured into Bowl of Dry Ingredients for Scones with Lemon Recipe

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Use a pastry brush to brush the tops of the scones lightly with buttermilk.

Place the baking tray in the freezer and chill for 15 minutes.

Allow the scones to cool completely on the pan before adding the lemon glaze.

Dough for Lemon Scones in a Bowl with a Spatula

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While the scones cool, make the lemon glaze.

In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and lemon juice until the glaze is smooth.

Use a spoon to drizzle the scones with the lemon glaze.

Lemon Scones Dough Shaped into a Large Disk

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Allow the glaze to set for 10 minutes, then serve.

The scones will keep in an airtight container on the counter for up to two days.

For longer storage, the scones can be frozen for up to two months in a freezer bag.

Disk of Lemon Scones Dough Cut into Wedges Using a Bench Scraper

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Let the scones defrost at room temperature for about 1 hour before eating.

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Buttermilk Brushed onto Lemon Scones on Tray with Parchment

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Baked Lemon Scones on Tray with Parchment

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Lemon Glaze in Bowl with a Spoon for Scones Recipe

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Lemon Glaze Drizzled onto Lemon Scones Using a Spoon

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Lemon Scones with Lemon Glaze on Parchment Paper

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