Strawberry Scones with Lemon Glaze

Check out the deliciousness that is a Strawberry Scone with a Lemon Glaze...out of this world. They are so perfect as a light and semi-healthy homemade snack, and are easy to make! 

Take advantage of strawberry season while it lasts. :)

Strawberry Scones

Makes 8 scones

8-10 medium strawberries, quartered
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
3 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
5 tablespoons cold butter
1 cup heavy cream
1/4 teaspoon almond or vanilla extract (optional)

Preheat your oven to 425 degrees.

Arrange your cut strawberries in a single layer and press down on them with a paper towel to remove some of the moisture. 

Combine the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt into a large bowl. Cut your cold butter into small pieces and then mix with a pastry blender or two forks until it resembles coarse crumbs. Gently fold in your pressed strawberries. 

Add in the cold cream and press out the dough on a cutting board with a little bit of flour, but do not overwork the dough. Mold into 8 scone-like shapes of your liking, 1 inch in thickness. Place them on a greased baking sheet. 


Brush them with an egg wash (1 egg mixed with 1 tablespoon water) or melted butter, sprinkle with turbinado sugar, and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown. Let cool on a wire rack for about 10 minutes before serving. 


Drizzle the glaze over the scones when they are fully cooled, and it should harden slightly, creating a perfect blend of flavors and textures. 


Garnish with some fresh strawberry slices or lemon zest.

Lemon Glaze
Yields 3/4 cup

1 cup confectioners sugar
3 to 4 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons melted butter
2 teaspoons milk

Combine the confectioners sugar, fresh lemon juice, melted butter, and milk in a medium sized bowl. Stir until smooth, and let it sit for 5 minutes at room temperature before re-stirring and drizzling over scones.

Bam! Deliciousness. Serve with tea and impress your friends. ;)

Scone Recipe Adapted from She Makes & Bakes