Strawberry Scones

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 6 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cubed
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, diced
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Glaze (Optional)

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2-3 tablespoons milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Cut in cold butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Gently fold in diced strawberries.
  5. In a separate small bowl, whisk together heavy cream, egg, and vanilla extract.
  6. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients. Mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  7. Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface. Gently pat into a 1-inch thick circle.
  8. Cut into 8 wedges. Place wedges on prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each.
  9. Brush tops with additional cream if desired.
  10. Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until golden brown.

Glaze (Optional)

  1. Mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
  2. Drizzle over cooled scones.

Tips

  • Keep ingredients cold for flakiest texture
  • Do not overmix the dough
  • Serve warm for best flavor