Description
Delightful scones that blend the freshness of strawberries with the zesty brightness of lemons, perfect for brunch or tea time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, diced
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl.
- Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in the diced strawberries and lemon zest.
- Mix the heavy cream and vanilla extract in a separate bowl.
- Add the cream mixture to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead gently.
- Pat the dough into a circle about 1-inch thick.
- Cut into wedges or use a round cutter to cut into scones and place on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
For a unique twist, add a pinch of cardamom or almond extract. Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days or freeze for up to one month.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg