Description
Strawberry Shortcake Scones are soft, flaky bakery-style scones filled with fresh juicy strawberries and finished with a sweet vanilla glaze. They combine the richness of classic scones with the bright flavor of strawberry shortcake, making them perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon treat. These scones are easy to prepare at home and deliver a tender crumb with a lightly crisp exterior.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 6 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes
- 10 small strawberries, hulled and finely diced
- 3/4 cup half and half
For the glaze
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup half and half
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt
- Cut in cold butter using a pastry cutter or fingers until mixture becomes crumbly
- Gently toss in diced strawberries until coated with flour mixture
- Pour in half and half and mix lightly until a soft dough forms
- Turn dough onto a floured surface and gently pat into a 1-inch thick circle or rectangle
- Cut into 6 to 8 triangle-shaped scones
- Place on baking sheet and bake for 16 to 18 minutes until golden and cooked through
- Transfer to a cooling rack and cool for about 10 minutes
- Mix glaze ingredients until smooth and adjust thickness if needed
- Dip or drizzle glaze over cooled scones and allow it to set before serving
Notes
Serving Suggestions
- Serve warm with coffee or tea
- Add whipped cream for a dessert-style scone
- Pair with fresh fruit salad for brunch
- Serve with butter or strawberry jam
- Enjoy as a sweet breakfast treat on weekends
- Dust lightly with powdered sugar for extra sweetness
Storage Tips
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days
- Refrigerate for up to 5 days for longer freshness
- Freeze unglazed scones for up to 2 months
- Reheat in oven at low temperature to restore texture
- Add glaze only after thawing for best results