Strawberries and Cream Scones

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a large bowl, mix the dry ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.

Add 1/2 cup cold butter cubes, then use a pastry cutter, a fork, or your fingers to work it into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Dice ¾ cup of hulled strawberries and gently fold them into the mixture.

In a separate medium bowl, mix the wet ingredients—½ cup heavy whipping cream, 1 large egg, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract—whisking until fully combined.

Combine the wet and dry ingredients in a bowl just until combined.

Turn the dough onto a floured surface, and with floured hands, gently knead it into a ball; don’t worry if it feels a little sticky. If the dough seems dry or won’t hold together, add 1 tablespoon of heavy cream.

Shape the dough into an 8‑inch disc, transfer it to a parchment‑lined baking sheet, and cut it into 8 wedges using a knife or bench scraper.

Pull the wedges about an inch apart to give them space to bake. Refrigerate the unbaked scones for at least 15 minutes. Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 400°F.

Once the scones have chilled, brush the tops with heavy whipping cream. Brushing the tops with cream helps them bake up with a beautiful golden color and a soft, tender crust. The fat in the cream encourages even browning and adds a touch of richness, keeping the tops from drying out as they bake. Bake the scones for 18–20 minutes, then allow them to cool completely before adding the icing.

In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup powdered sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1–2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream. Add more cream as needed until the glaze reaches your desired consistency. Drizzle the vanilla cream icing over the scones in a zig‑zag pattern. Allow the icing to set up for about 15 minutes.

Enjoy!

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