Description
These strawberry scones are soft, buttery, and packed with fresh strawberries. They are finished with a simple glaze, making them perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet treat.
Ingredients
- 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 6 tablespoons (85g) cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes
- 1 cup (150g) chopped fresh strawberries
- 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy cream
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon heavy cream (for brushing tops)
- 1 tablespoon coarse sugar (optional, for sprinkling on top)
- 1/2 cup (60g) powdered sugar
- 1–2 teaspoons milk (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gently fold in the chopped strawberries.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, egg, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Transfer dough to a floured surface and gently knead a few times. Pat into an 8-inch circle and cut into 8 wedges.
- Place the wedges on the prepared baking sheet. Brush tops with heavy cream and sprinkle with coarse sugar if using.
- Bake for 18-22 minutes or until lightly golden. Allow to cool.
- Whisk together powdered sugar and milk to make the glaze. Drizzle over cooled scones before serving.
Notes
- Do not overwork the dough to keep the scones tender.
- Frozen strawberries can be used, but should be chopped and added while still frozen to prevent excess moisture.
- Scones are best eaten the same day but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
