Description
These Strawberry Scones are a delightful treat with a tender crumb, bursting with fresh strawberries and a touch of sweetness. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack, these scones are easy to make and sure to please.
Ingredients
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- 3 cups + 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour, divided
- 1/3 cup + 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, divided
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon fine salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups + 2 tablespoons cold heavy cream, divided
- 1 1/4 cups strawberries, diced into 1/2-inch pieces
Instructions
- Preheat and Prep: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss Strawberries: In a small bowl, toss the diced strawberries with 1 tablespoon of flour to prevent them from sinking to the bottom of the scones during baking. Set aside.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together 3 cups of flour, ⅓ cup of sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups of heavy cream and vanilla extract.
- Form Dough: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing gently until a dough forms. Fold in the strawberries.
- Shape and Chill: Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and form it into a 7-inch ball. Place on the prepared baking sheet and cut into 8 equal wedges. Freeze for 15 minutes.
- Bake: Remove the baking sheet from the freezer. Brush each scone with the remaining heavy cream and sprinkle with the remaining 2 tablespoons of sugar. Bake for 14-16 minutes, or until golden brown.
Notes
- Flour: Use a good quality all-purpose flour for the best results.
- Strawberries: Fresh strawberries are recommended, but you can use frozen strawberries if needed. Do not thaw them before using.
- Heavy Cream: You can substitute with cold whole milk or half-and-half, but the scones may be less tender.
- Make Ahead: The dough can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Serving: Serve warm with clotted cream, whipped cream, or your favorite jam.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone
- Calories: 400kcal
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
