Strawberry Cream Scones
Strawberry Cream Scones are a delightful treat that perfectly balances the sweetness of fresh strawberries with the richness of cream. These fluffy, golden scones are ideal for breakfast, brunch, or afternoon tea. With just a few simple ingredients and steps, you can create a batch that will impress family and friends. Enjoy them plain or customize with your favorite spreads for added deliciousness!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 scones 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup fresh strawberries (chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until combined.
- Add cold butter and work into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually add heavy cream while stirring gently until just combined.
- Fold in chopped strawberries carefully to avoid bruising them.
- Transfer dough to a floured surface, pat into an 8-inch circle (1-inch thick), and cut into wedges or circles.
- Place scones on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until lightly golden.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 125mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, try adding lemon zest to the dough. Substitute strawberries with blueberries or raspberries for variety. To enhance sweetness, sprinkle sugar on top before baking.