These delightful strawberry scones are a perfect treat for breakfast or afternoon tea. They are light, flaky, and bursting with fresh strawberries, providing a lovely balance of sweetness and tartness. The scones are easy to make and fill your kitchen with a heavenly aroma as they bake. Serve them warm with clotted cream or a dollop of butter and a drizzle of honey or jam for an irresistible treat.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 3/4 cup heavy cream, plus more for brushing
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and diced
- 2 tablespoons turbinado sugar (optional, for sprinkling)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Cut in the Butter: Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Prepare Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the wet mixture. Stir gently with a fork until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Fold in Strawberries: Gently fold in the diced strawberries until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Shape the Dough: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and pat it into a circle about 1 inch thick. Use a sharp knife or a bench scraper to cut the circle into 8 wedges.
- Bake: Place the scones on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Brush the tops with a little heavy cream and sprinkle with turbinado sugar if desired.
- Bake: Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the scones are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the scones to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve warm with your favorite toppings.
Enjoy these delightful strawberry scones with a cup of tea or coffee!
