Amazing Lemon Scones Recipe

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

Add the cold butter to the dry ingredients and cut it in using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

In a separate bowl, mix together the sour cream, lemon zest, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and milk.

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined. Do not overmix.

Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and gently knead it a few times until it comes together. Pat it into a 1-inch thick circle.

Use a sharp knife or a round cutter to cut out scones from the dough. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space in between.

Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the scones are golden brown on top.

Remove from the oven and allow them to cool on a wire rack.

Optional: Dust the scones with powdered sugar before serving.