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Strawberry Scones Recipe with Vanilla Glaze
Maya Bennett

Strawberry Scones with Vanilla Glaze

Buttery, flaky scones studded with fresh strawberries, topped with a soft vanilla glaze. Baked in 23 minutes and ready in 38 minutes, these scones offer an easy, customizable treat for busy breakfasts or weekend gatherings. Perfectly balanced with tart fruit and sweet glaze, they’re great for families or tea parties.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 23 minutes
Total Time 38 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Comfort
Calories: 270
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 6 tbsp cold butter
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp non-alcoholic vanilla extract
  • 1 cup chopped fresh strawberries
  • 1/4 cup turbinado sugar
  • 1 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
  • 1-2 tbsp milk (for glaze)

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F
  2. Whisk flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt
  3. Cut in 6 tbsp cold butter until a coarse meal forms
  4. Whisk 1 cup heavy cream and 1 tsp non-alcoholic vanilla extract
  5. Pour liquid over flour mixture
  6. Fold in 1 cup chopped strawberries
  7. Shape scones and freeze 15-20 minutes
  8. Brush tops with heavy cream and sprinkle turbinado sugar
  9. Bake 18-23 minutes until golden
  10. Whisk confectioners sugar, 1-2 tbsp milk, and 1 tsp non-alcoholic vanilla extract
  11. Drizzle glaze over cooled scones

Notes

Chill butter first for flaky texture
Work dough under 2 minutes total
Freeze uncooked scones for easy storage
Adjust milk in glaze for desired consistency
Bread flour can substitute for denser texture
Brown sugar replaces granulated for molasses flavor
Ensure butter remains cold during mixing