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Strawberry Lemon Cream Scones

Deliciously light and fluffy scones infused with fresh strawberries and zesty lemon, perfect for breakfast or tea time.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
Add-ins
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries chopped
For Topping
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar for sprinkling

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 400?F (200?C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
  3. Add the heavy cream, egg, vanilla extract, and lemon zest to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  4. Gently fold in the chopped strawberries.
Baking
  1. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and pat it into a circle about 1 inch thick.
  2. Cut the dough into 8 wedges and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  3. Sprinkle the tops with granulated sugar.
  4. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
Serving
  1. Allow the scones to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These scones are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

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