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Mixed Berry Scones

Irresistible Mixed Berry Scones for Cozy Mornings

These Mixed Berry Scones are a delightful breakfast treat that brings joy to cozy mornings.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 scones
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

For the Scone Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour provides structure
  • 1/3 cup sugar reduce for less sweetness
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder ensure freshness
  • 1 teaspoon salt enhances flavor
  • 1/2 cup cold butter infuses flakiness
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream for moisture
  • 1/4 cup milk to thin the glaze
  • 1 large egg can replace with a flax egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract adds flavor
  • 1/4 cup strawberry preserves elevates the berry flavor
  • red food coloring optional
  • 3/4 cup chopped strawberries & blueberries fresh or frozen work
For the Glaze
  • 1/4 cup melted butter for glaze moisture
  • 1 cup sifted powdered sugar ensures smooth glaze
  • 2-3 tablespoons additional milk to adjust consistency

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Pastry cutter
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, milk, egg, vanilla extract, and strawberry preserves.
  5. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix gently.
  6. Turn the dough onto a floured surface and shape it into a rectangle.
  7. Cut the dough into squares and then diagonally into triangles.
  8. Place scones on the baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes or until lightly golden.
  9. Transfer baked scones to a cooling rack.
  10. In a bowl, whisk together melted butter, powdered sugar, and milk to make a glaze.
  11. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled scones and let it set before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sconeCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 31gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use cold butter and avoid overmixing the dough to maintain tenderness.

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