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    Home > Recipes > Breakfast + Brunch

    Strawberry Lemon Scones

    Published: May 28, 2014 | Updated: May 6, 2022

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    These Strawberry Lemon Scones are bursting with fresh strawberry and lemon flavor! They have a tender, moist texture that isn’t cakey! Topped with a generous sprinkle of turbinado sugar for that extra crunch and sweetness!

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    Strawberry Lemon Scones single scone on baking sheet

    I love scones more than any other "breakfast carb." Given a choice, I will reach for a scone every single time! Recently everyone has been making scones and I was jealous! So jealous that I tossed aside all the other recipes on my list just to make these Strawberry Lemon Scones adapted from Natasha’s Kitchen. I heart Natasha -- she is just as sweet and wonderful as these scones!

    Strawberry Lemon Scones single scone stacked interior texture

    But since I’ve been on a strawberry lemon kick, I couldn’t resist adding some freshly grated lemon zest. Aaaaand I also “un-healthified” Natasha’s recipe.

    I know, I know. It’s bikini season, what was I thinking?! And this is probably why Natasha is so adorable and tiny, but I was in the mood for a sweet, rich scone that could double as dessert if paired with ice cream.

    Strawberry Lemon Scones on black baking sheet

    Whoamikidding? I have totally been eating them for breakfast. For shame!

    I bumped up the sugar, used heavy cream instead of half & half, and added a dash of vanilla, and the result was decadently delicious! They are rich, thick and chewy and each bite has strawberries and a hint of lemon! The tops are crisp with a generous sprinkling of turbinado sugar. Perfection!

    Strawberry Lemon Scones on black baking sheet lemons

    No dry, crumbly scones here. I am not okay with dry or puffy scones. These beauties are moist with a rich texture that matches the sublime flavor!

    Are you sold yet?

    Strawberry Lemon Scones on starburst baking sheet

    Just like any baked goods that use fresh strawberries, the dough around the strawberries is moister than the rest of the scone. Even though I obsessively blotted my strawberries dry with a paper towel, there was still some hint of gooeyness around some of the strawberries. If that bothers you then use blueberries or dried fruit instead.

    Strawberry Lemon Scones side view
    Strawberry Lemon Scones single scone on baking sheet

    Strawberry Lemon Scones

    Chef Lindsey
    These Strawberry Lemon Scones are bursting with fresh strawberry and lemon flavor! They have a tender, moist texture that isn’t cakey! Topped with a generous sprinkle of turbinado sugar for that extra crunch and sweetness!
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    Prep Time 18 minutes
    Cook Time 15 minutes
    Chill Time 1 hour
    Total Time 1 hour 33 minutes
    Course Breakfast
    Cuisine British
    Servings 12 Scones
    Calories 248 kcal

    Ingredients
     

    • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
    • ½ cup granulated sugar
    • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
    • 1 teaspoon baking powder
    • ½ cup unsalted butter (cut in small cubes)
    • 1 cup fresh strawberries (washed, hulled, chopped and blotted dry)
    • 1 tablespoon lemon zest (1 large lemon, only the bright yellow parts!)
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 2 eggs (lightly beaten)
    • ½ cup heavy cream
    • 1 tablespoon heavy cream
    • Turbinado sugar
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    Instructions
     

    • Preheat oven to 400° and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
    • Dice Strawberries
      Strawberries being sliced on wooden cutting board
    • In a 1 cup liquid measuring cup, measure your cream and then add the eggs and vanilla; stir with a fork to mix. Set aside.
    • In a large bowl whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Using a pastry blender (my fave) or two knives, cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles course crumbs and the larges chunk of butter is the size of a pea.
      Strawberry Lemon Scone dry ingredient mixing in stand mixer
    • Add strawberries and lemon zest to the flour mixture and toss to coat with flour and distribute evenly.
    • Make a well in the center of the flour mixture and add the cream mixture. Using a wooden spoon, gently mix until the dough is moistened. There will be some straggling flour/butter mixture in the bottom of the bowl. Fear not, this will get incorporated in the next step.
    • Turn out dough onto a well floured surface. Gently gather the dough into a ball and knead the dough by gently pressing the dough away from you with the heals of your hands and then folding it on itself at least 5-7 or until it is a cohesive ball. Turn the dough a quarter turn after each fold.
      Strawberry Lemon Scone dough on marble surface
    • Place dough on your parchment paper and press out to 1” thickness. [You can roll it if you wish but it is completely unnecessary unless you want to cut out circles or squares.] Using a floured knife or bench scraper, cut the dough into 6 equal triangles and use the bench scraper to gently slide the wedges apart. You want them to be at least 1” apart.
    • Brush wedges with cream (not so much that it runs down the sides) and then sprinkle generously with turbinado sugar.
    • Bake in preheated oven for about 18-22 minutes or until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the fattest part comes out clean.
    • Serve warm or at room temperature!
    Keyword breakfast pastry, lemon recipe, snack recipes, Spring, Summer
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    1. Shiran @ Pretty. Simple. Sweet. says

      June 06, 2014 at 2:59 pm

      These scones look amazing! Strawberry and lemon are the perfect combination! I like the crunchy sugar top 🙂

      Reply
      • Lindsey says

        June 06, 2014 at 8:18 pm

        Thanks, Shiran!

        Reply
    2. Pamela @ Brooklyn Farm Girl says

      May 29, 2014 at 10:07 pm

      These scones look absolutely gorgeous! Love the freshness with the strawberries and lemon!

      Reply
      • Lindsey says

        May 29, 2014 at 10:17 pm

        Thanks, Pamela! They were really fresh and satisfying!

        Reply
    3. Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust says

      May 29, 2014 at 9:44 am

      Scones are one of my favorites too. When not checked, I can eat two or three at a time! Love this flavor combo!

      Reply
      • Lindsey says

        May 29, 2014 at 9:48 am

        Me too! It's a problem! These had to be re-homed ASAP! Because they aren't exactly Starbucks mini vanilla scones where you can eat two and still feel like you are dieting 😉

        Reply
    4. Christin@SpicySouthernKitchen says

      May 29, 2014 at 9:32 am

      The texture of your scones looks amazing! There's nothing like a scone fresh from the oven. They are reminding me that I haven't eaten breakfast yet!

      Reply
      • Lindsey says

        May 29, 2014 at 9:35 am

        Thanks, Cristin! You should go make these for breakfast 🙂

        Reply
    5. Linz @ Itz Linz says

      May 29, 2014 at 8:31 am

      do you just bake all day?? these, like everything else you make, look AMAZING!!

      Reply
      • Lindsey says

        May 29, 2014 at 9:10 am

        Lol! Sadly, no! I have a real job. I wish I could bake all day! 🙂 These were so yummy. They are my weakness!

        Reply
    6. Kristine @ Kristine's Kitchen says

      May 29, 2014 at 12:53 am

      I am so sold! Scones are my breakfast carb of choice, too! I've been pinning all sorts of scones lately, and I am all about fresh strawberries AND lemon right now. I think these are all signs that I need to make these ASAP!

      Reply
      • Lindsey says

        May 29, 2014 at 9:11 am

        I think so too Kristine! I was pinning tons of scone recipes too and I just caved! I can't resist a good scone! You and I are SO on the same page!

        Reply
    7. Liz says

      May 28, 2014 at 9:44 pm

      I was going to bake up some muffins tomorrow...but now I may have to reconsider and make scones! Such tough decisions! Your berry version looks amazing!

      Reply
      • Lindsey says

        May 29, 2014 at 9:12 am

        Thanks, Liz! I would definitely go for some scones! But muffins are a yummy choice too...especially with a streusel topping! tee hee

        Reply
    8. Chichi says

      May 28, 2014 at 6:43 pm

      Your scones looks so delicious, going to try out your recipe this weekend

      Reply
      • Lindsey says

        May 28, 2014 at 8:03 pm

        Thanks, Chichi! I know you'll love them!

        Reply
    9. How to Philosophize with Cake says

      May 28, 2014 at 5:31 pm

      Scones are one of my favorite "breakfast carbs" too (aside from pancakes)! 🙂 These look totally delicious, love all the fresh fruit flavors.

      Reply
      • Lindsey says

        May 28, 2014 at 6:20 pm

        Yes, pancakes and French toast are definitely waaay up there for me too!

        Reply
    10. Natasha of Natashaskitchen.com says

      May 28, 2014 at 1:07 pm

      You're so sweet! I'm in the mood for your strawberry lemon scones right now! I will have to try your dessert scone version soon! Your photos are beautiful by the way! Pinning! 🙂

      Reply
      • Lindsey says

        May 28, 2014 at 1:21 pm

        Aww thanks, Natasha! And thanks for the pin! I went into my Pin Boards to find your scones the other day and realized that I had actually pinned them 3 times! They are super decadent!

        Reply
    11. Josephine says

      May 28, 2014 at 10:54 am

      Okay - these look awesome. I will definitely try them. Many thanks!

      Reply
      • Lindsey says

        May 28, 2014 at 11:00 am

        Get ready, Josephine! These are insanely delicious!

        Reply

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