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Lemon Scones with Nutmeg and Cherries

Tender and flaky, these Lemon Scones with Nutmeg and Cherries are not too sweet and perfect for breakfast or brunch. Served with a creamy spread, these scones are irresistible!

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 12 scones
Calories: 213 kcal
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: British

Ingredients

  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 6 tablespoons butter cut into small cubes
  • 8 oz lemon yogurt divided
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/3 cup dried cherries
  • 4 teaspoons lemon zest divided
  • 4 1/2 teaspoons sugar
  • 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 4 oz cream cheese softened

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 450ºF. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicon baking mat.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, baking soda and nutmeg. Add the butter and using a pastry cutter or fork, cut the butter in until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. In another bowl, combine 4 oz. of the yogurt and the eggs. Stir in the cherries and 2 teaspoons of the lemon zest. Pour the yogurt mixture into the dry mixture and mix until moistened. Turn the dough out onto a work surface that has been lightly sprinkled with flour. Use your hands to work the dough just until it all comes together into a ball. Flatten the ball out into a circle about 9-inches in diameter.
  4. In a small bowl, combine the sugar and 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg. Sprinkle the sugar over the top of the scone dough and lightly press it in with your fingers. Cut the dough into 8 triangles. Carefully transfer the scones to the prepared baking sheet, spacing the scones 1 inch apart.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven until the scones are golden brown, 8-10 minutes.
  6. Meanwhile, beat the cream cheese in a bowl until light and fluffy. Add the remaining 4 oz of yogurt plus the remaining 2 teaspoons of lemon zest and continue to beat until smooth and fluffy.
  7. Serve the dip with the scones.

Notes

  • adapted from Best of the Bake-Off
  • Nutrition information provided as an estimate only. Various brands and products can change the counts. Any nutritional information should be used as a general guide.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1scone Calories 213kcal (11%) Carbohydrates 26g (9%) Protein 4g (8%) Fat 10g (15%) Saturated Fat 6g (30%) Polyunsaturated Fat 4g Trans Fat 0g Cholesterol 56mg (19%) Sodium 207mg (9%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 8g (16%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12scones

Amount Per Serving

Calories 213

% Daily Value*

Serving 1scone
Calories 213kcal 11%
Carbohydrates 26g 9%
Protein 4g 8%
Fat 10g 15%
Saturated Fat 6g 30%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4g 24%
Trans Fat 0g 0%
Cholesterol 56mg 19%
Sodium 207mg 9%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 8g 16%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.