Easy Strawberry Scones Recipe

Strawberry scones take the traditional scone up a notch with the addition of ripe berries and a drizzle of sweet glaze. They are a perfect breakfast but they’re also great for an afternoon pick-me-up.

This basic scone recipe is so easy. You can whip it up in no time and it’s sure to rival the pretty scones on display at your local coffee shop or bakery.

The next time you find yourself with a bunch of ripe strawberries, or you want to try a new recipe for a brunch gathering, try this delicious strawberry scones recipe.

Why You’ll Love Strawberry Scones

These pretty, sweet scones are bound to be a hit whether you serve them at a party or give them as a hostess gift.

• Easy – With just a few simple ingredients these scones come together so quickly and easily.
• Customizable – There are plenty of ways to change these scones up for any season or event. 
• Versatile – Scones are a great treat with your hot morning beverages and as a snack in your lunchbox or on a hike but they’re also elegant enough to serve at brunch gatherings or book club meetings.
• Affordable – These scones are a cost effective way to make a delicious treat that everyone will love.

Ingredients

These homemade scones don’t require a lot of ingredients and you’ll likely have most of them in your kitchen already! If not, though, they should be easy to find at your local grocery store.

Scone Ingredients

• All purpose flour
• Baking powder
• Baking soda
• Brown sugar
• Unsalted butter (cubed)
• Heavy cream
• Diced fresh strawberries
• Egg

Glaze

• Powdered sugar
• Heavy cream

How to Make Strawberry Scones

It couldn’t be easier to make this simple scone recipe.

1. Pour the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and brown sugar into a large mixing bowl. 
2. Whisk the ingredients together until they are completely incorporated. 
3. Add the cubed cold butter pieces to the flour mixture. 
4. Use a pastry blender to cut the small pieces of butter into the mixture until it reaches a crumb-like consistency.
5. In a separate small bowl, combine the egg and heavy cream. 
6. Whisk together the eggs and cream until they are entirely combined.
7. Add the wet ingredients into the large bowl of dry ingredients.
8. Stir the mixture together until the dry ingredients are just moistened.
9. Using a rubber spatula, fold the strawberries into the dough until they are evenly dispersed.
10. Pour the scone dough into the baking sheet prepared with parchment paper. 
11. Form a circle with the dough before scoring it into pieces using a sharp knife.
12. Use a brush to top the scones with heavy cream. Alternatively, you could use an egg wash if you prefer.
13. Place the cookie sheet in the oven and bake until the tops of the scones are golden brown.
14. After removing the scones from the oven, separate them and place on a baking tray until they’ve cooled to room temperature.
15. Add the powdered sugar and heavy cream to a bowl.
16. Whisk the two together until they’ve formed a silky, smooth glaze and no lumps remain.
17. Once the scones have cooled, use a spoon to gently drizzle the glaze over top.

Variations

These delicious, fresh strawberry scones are amazing as-is but you can put some twists on this easy recipe to make them to make your own signature scones.

• Fruits – Choose other fresh berries instead of, or in addition to, strawberries.
• Nuts – Crush your favorite nuts and add them to the dough. 
• Glaze – To add fruity flavor to your glaze you can add a splash of lemon juice to make a lemon glaze — or you can try lime juice or orange juice, too. You can also add flavored extract — add vanilla for a sweet vanilla glaze or choose whichever flavor extract you prefer.
• Buttermilk – For a slight tang, try substituting buttermilk for some or all of the cream in the dough.
• Zest – Adding lemon zest or orange zest to the dough will add brightness to the scone’s flavor.
• Frozen fruit – You can use frozen strawberries but allow them to thaw ahead of time. You many to allow them to thaw in a collander so that you don’t wind up with too much liquid.
• Chocolate – Fold white, milk, or dark chocolate chips into the dough.

Storage

Since the glaze for the scones contains cream you will want to keep these chilled.

Make Ahead

You can make the dough ahead of time and store in the refrigerator for several hours before baking. The glaze can be made ahead and refrigerated until you are ready to serve.

Refrigerator: Store scones in an airtight container or ziploc bags for up to 1 week. You can also wrap them tightly in plastic wrap.

Freezer: Scones can be kept in the freezer in a freezer-safe container or freezer bag for up to 3 months.

Common Questions About Strawberry Scones

What is the secret to making amazing scones?

The best way to make sure you bake up the best scones is to use cold butter or even frozen butter. While many baking recipes will call for softened butter, scone dough is best made by cutting in cold butter with a pastry cutter because it helps with the rising process.

Also, ensuring that you do not overmix the scones will help them to be just the right texture. Overmixing dough for many types of baked goods results in a denser final product. 

Can I use a different type of flour for scones?

All-purpose flour is the most recommended because of how it makes the scones rise. We haven’t experimented with alternative flours but if you choose to just know that they may not rise as high or have quite the same texture.

How can I make sure my scones are moist?

One way to ensure that you have tender scones is to use buttermilk. You can also try freezing them briefly before baking.

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