Fresh strawberry scones are tender, buttery pastries filled with juicy strawberries and topped with a light glaze. These scones are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon treat.
Author:Beth
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:20 minutes
Total Time:35 minutes
Yield:8 scones 1x
Category:Breakfast
Method:Baking
Cuisine:British
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
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2 cups all-purpose flour
1/3 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
1/2 cup heavy cream (plus extra for brushing)
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup fresh strawberries, diced
1 tablespoon flour (for coating strawberries)
1/2 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
1–2 tablespoons 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 fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
In a small bowl, whisk together cream, egg, and vanilla. Add to the flour mixture and stir until just combined.
Toss strawberries with 1 tablespoon flour to prevent sinking, then gently fold them into the dough.
Turn dough out onto a floured surface, gently pat into a 1-inch thick circle, and cut into 8 wedges.
Place scones on the prepared baking sheet and brush tops with a bit of cream.
Bake for 18–22 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool on a wire rack.
Mix powdered sugar with milk to make glaze and drizzle over cooled scones.
Notes
Use very cold butter for the flakiest scones.
Do not overmix the dough to avoid tough scones.
You can substitute blueberries or raspberries if desired.
Serve warm or at room temperature with clotted cream or jam.