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Strawberry Scones with Vanilla Glaze

These strawberry scones are light, buttery, and loaded with fresh berries. Topped with a simple vanilla glaze, they’re perfect for brunches, tea time, or a sweet snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 16 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 41 minutes
Servings: 12 scones
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Strawberry Scone Ingredients:
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3 Tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 Tbsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp fine sea salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter 8 Tbsp, chilled and diced
  • 1 cup chopped fresh strawberries
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ cup heavy whipping cream chilled
  • 1 Tbsp milk for brushing
  • ½ Tbsp coarse sugar for topping
Glaze Ingredients:
  • ⅔ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 Tbsp milk

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Sift flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl.
  2. Cut in butter until crumbly. Fold in strawberries.
  3. Whisk egg with cream and add to flour mix. Stir until just combined.
  4. Shape dough into a circle on floured parchment.
  5. Cut into 12 wedges and space slightly.
  6. Brush tops with milk and sprinkle with coarse sugar.
  7. See full steps with tips & photos → https://theboatshedcafe.com/strawberry-scones-with-vanilla-glaze/

Notes

  • For best texture, keep ingredients (especially butter and cream) as cold as possible.
  • Don’t overmix the dough—gentle handling keeps scones tender.
  • Let scones cool a few minutes before glazing for better set.