Strawberry Lemonade Scones
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Strawberry Lemonade Scones
Description
These scones begin with a base of all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt with cold butter cut in for a flaky texture. Lemon zest is incorporated to brighten the flavor. The wet ingredients of egg, buttermilk, and vanilla are mixed in just until moistened to keep the dough tender but slightly dry for shaping. Chopped ultra-ripe strawberries fold gently into the dough, contributing sweetness and moisture that meld with the lemon.
The dough is kneaded lightly, formed into a 7-inch round, and sliced before baking at 400°F until golden and risen. After cooling, the scones are topped with a strawberry lemonade glaze made from powdered sugar, fresh strawberry, lemon juice, milk, and a pinch of salt to balance sweetness while enhancing the fruit and citrus notes.
This combination results in scones that are crisp on the outside with a soft, crumbly inside punctuated by juicy strawberry pieces and lively lemon. They offer a refreshing alternative to plain scones, suitable for breakfast or snacks when paired with tea or coffee.
Ingredients
- ⅔ cup strawberry chopped, ultra-ripe [aim for blueberry-sized bites
- 2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 TBSP baking powder
- ¼ TBSP baking soda
- ¼ TBSP salt
- ¼ cup butter cold unsalted
- lemon zest of one
- ½ cup buttermilk cold, lowfat
- 1 egg large
- 1 tsp vanilla
- strawberry lemonade glaze see below
strawberry lemonade glaze:
- 3-4 TBSP strawberries minced, ripe
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp lemon juice freshly squeezed
- 1 tsp milk
- salt a pinch
- lemon zest for glaze, extra flavor
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400F. Remove tops/hull from strawberries, chop into blueberry-sized bites and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together dry ingredients: flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt. Cut in the butter and add the lemon zest. I typically use a box/cheese grater to coarsely grate the cold stick of butter and then mash it into the flour with a fork. In a separate bowl, whisk together egg, buttermilk and vanilla. Pour about half of the egg mixture into the flour and mix. Add the remainder and stir until just moistened. The dough will be fairly dry. Knead a few strokes and gently fold in the strawberry. Some of the berries, if super ripe like mine, will smush into the dough when kneaded. Just go with it; they'll be sweet strawberry flavor in every bite!Lightly sprinkle a clean, flat surface with flour [the dough will be sticky] and gently knead your dough until smooth. Aim for about 12-15 total strokes, max. Shape into a 7 inch circle on your baking sheet and cut into 6-8 wedges.
- Bake at 400F for 15-20 minutes, until golden, using a toothpick to test the center. Move to a wire rack and allow to cool.Typical scone protocol is to steal one hot and fluffy scone straight from the oven and then wait for the second to cool enough to glaze. It's truly the best of both worlds!
- While you wait, whisk together the glaze. Combine strawberries with powdered sugar, lemon juice, milk, and a pinch of salt. Use a hand mixer [or a whisk and your soon-to-be-toned forearms] to whisk the ingredients into a pretty pink glaze. You can manipulate the thickness by adding a little extra powdered sugar or thin with a bit more milk/juice as desired. It's deliciously foolproof! Pour glaze onto cooled scones and snag one quickly before they disappear!
Notes
- Use ultra-ripe strawberries to maximize sweetness and flavor in the scones.
- Do not overmix the dough; knead gently to maintain flakiness.
- The glaze adds a bright strawberry and lemon finish and can be adjusted to taste.
- Nutrition values are estimated; adjust portions and ingredients as needed.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 359 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 359kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 62g | 21% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 48mg | 16% |
| Sodium | 464mg | 19% |
| Potassium | 320mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 30g | 60% |
| Vitamin A | 285IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 14mg | 16% |
| Calcium | 125mg | 13% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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