Strawberries and cream are a natural pairing, and this strawberry scone recipe packs plenty of both.
Enjoy them warm and fresh, while the local strawberries are in season!
Prep Time:20 min Cook Time:9-12 min Total Time:30 min Yield:8
Ingredients
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2 cups all-purpose flour
1/3 cup sugar
2-1/4 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 cup cold butter, cubed
2/3 cup half-and-half cream
1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh strawberries
1 large egg, lightly beaten
2 teaspoons coarse sugar
Instructions
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In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, lemon zest, salt and cinnamon.
Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Stir in cream just until moistened.
Turn out onto a lightly floured surface; knead 5 times.
Gently knead in strawberries, about 5 times.
Pat into an 8-in. circle; brush with egg and sprinkle with coarse sugar.
Cut into 8 wedges.
Separate wedges and place 2 in. apart on a greased baking sheet.
Bake at 425° for 9-12 minutes or until golden brown.
