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Strawberries and Cream Scones

Irresistibly Soft Strawberries and Cream Scones Recipe

These Strawberries and Cream Scones are a delightful breakfast treat bursting with flavor.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 38 minutes
Servings: 8 scones
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Scone Dough
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Feel free to use gluten-free flour.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Just a pinch.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Ensure freshness.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Baking Soda Essential for rise.
  • 0.25 cup Granulated Sugar Brown sugar can be used.
  • 0.5 cup Unsalted Butter Very cold, cut into tiny pieces.
  • 1 large Egg Binds the dough together.
  • 0.5 cup Whole Milk Dairy-free version with almond or oat milk.
  • 0.25 cup Heavy Cream More milk can be substituted.
  • 1 cup Fresh Strawberries Hulled and quartered.
For the Egg Wash
  • 1 large Beaten Egg Mixed with a splash of water.
  • 1 tablespoon Water For egg wash.
For Topping
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar For sprinkling.
For the Glaze
  • 0.25 cup Heavy Cream Creamy base for the glaze.
  • 1 cup Confectioners’ Sugar Adjust to sweetness preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor.
  • 1 pinch Salt Balances sweetness.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Pastry cutter
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  2. Step 2: In a large bowl, mix together all-purpose flour, salt, baking powder, baking soda, and granulated sugar.
  3. Step 3: Incorporate very cold, diced unsalted butter into the dry mixture until it resembles coarse meal.
  4. Step 4: In a smaller bowl, whisk together the egg, whole milk, and heavy cream until well combined. Pour into dry mixture.
  5. Step 5: Carefully fold in quartered fresh strawberries into the dough.
  6. Step 6: Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and pat into an 8-inch circle, about 1-inch thick.
  7. Step 7: Cut the circle into 8 equal wedges and transfer to the baking sheet.
  8. Step 8: Create an egg wash by whisking together the beaten egg and water. Brush over the tops of the scones.
  9. Step 9: Bake for about 18 minutes until golden brown.
  10. Step 10: Cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes, then drizzle with the glaze.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sconeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Avoid overmixing for the best scone texture. Cold butter is essential for flakiness.

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