Description
Delightful and simple strawberry scones, perfect for breakfast or brunch with fresh strawberries for added sweetness.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and diced
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 1–2 tablespoons lemon juice (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl.
- Cut the cold butter into small cubes and mix into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Fold in the diced strawberries gently to keep their shape.
- Mix the buttermilk, egg, and vanilla extract in another bowl, then stir into the dry ingredients.
- Knead the dough a few times on a floured surface, then pat into a circle about 1-inch thick.
- Place the scones onto the prepared baking sheet, ensuring space for rising.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Whisk together powdered sugar and lemon juice for the glaze, then drizzle over warm scones.
- Serve warm with butter, cream cheese, or clotted cream.
Notes
For added flavor, consider chilling the dough before baking or experimenting with different fruits.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: strawberry scones, brunch recipe, easy scones