Strawberry Scones

Fresh strawberry scones are the perfect balance of sweet and tender, making them a delightful addition to any breakfast or afternoon tea. 

With fresh strawberries, cold butter, and a lightly sweetened dough, this strawberry scone recipe creates a batch of golden brown scones that are irresistibly delicious. Whether you’re a first-time baker or a seasoned pro, this is a go-to recipe for fresh scones any time of day. 

These are a delicious treat with coffee or tea. Pair these with some Chicken Salad Tea Sandwiches or egg salad tea sandwiches for an afternoon tea snack.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe 

• Simple ingredients: Uses pantry staples like all-purpose flour, sugar, and fresh strawberries. 
• Tender texture: Cold butter creates tender scones with a flaky crumb. 
• Versatile: Add lemon zest or swap fresh berries for frozen ones. 
• Perfect for any occasion: Great for afterschool snacks, brunches, or a classic strawberry shortcake dessert. 
• Beginner-friendly: With clear instructions and a basic scone recipe, even first-timers can make these with confidence. 

Ingredients for tender strawberry scones

• Butter or margarine cut into small pieces
• Flour
• Sugar
• Baking powder
• Milk
• Egg
• Washed strawberries, diced
• Salt

How to make perfect scones

Pro Tip – Before making scones. Freeze the butter. Then grate it for better distribution throughout the scone.

Step 1 – Preheat oven to 425°. In a large bowl, add the egg and milk until blended

Step 2 – In a second bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, salt and butter thoroughly.

Step 3 – To the flour mixture, sdd the egg and milk until blended.

Step 4 – Add the fruit, just until moistened.

Step 5 – Knead the dough against the bowl until the dough starts sticking together.

Transfer the dough to a floured surface and form it into about an 8″ round circle. Cut the dough into wedges.

Step 6 – Place each wedge on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper 2″ apart.

Brush each piece with milk and sprinkle with a little bit of sugar.

Bake 14–16 minutes until golden brown.

Tips for the Best Results 

• Use cold ingredients: Cold butter and cold milk help create the perfect texture. Frozen butter grated with a food processor is another option. 
• Don’t overmix: Mix the wet and dry ingredients just until combined to avoid tough scones. 
• Flour your surface: When kneading and shaping the dough, a lightly floured surface will prevent sticking. 
• Cut the scones evenly: Use a sharp knife or dough scraper to form equal wedges for even baking time. 
• Brush with milk: The milk wash creates a beautiful golden brown top, while a sprinkle of coarse sugar adds a bit of crunch. 

Substitutions and Variations 

• Butter: Substitute margarine if you do not have butter. 
• Add-ins: Mix in chocolate chips, blueberries, or lemon zest for variety. 
• Glaze: Drizzle with a simple vanilla glaze for added sweetness. 
• Fresh vs. frozen: Use frozen butter or frozen berries if fresh ingredients aren’t available, but adjust for higher water content. 

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