lemon rosemary scones

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Lemon Rosemary Scones

Lemon-Rosemary Scones are tender, buttery pastries infused with bright lemon zest and fragrant rosemary. Perfectly balanced between citrusy freshness and herbal aroma, ideal for breakfast or afternoon tea.

Ingredients

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for flouring
  • 2/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) cold unsalted butter, cut into pieces
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 egg
  • 2 lemons
  • leaves from 2 rosemary sprigs (or 4 if they're small sprigs), finely minced
  • 5 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup whole milk, plus more if needed for thinning