Housemade Seasonal Scone Recipe
Make Housemade Seasonal Scone Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
Seasonal Add-ins
Method
Preparation
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to get it ready for baking the scones.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon of baking powder, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Whisk together until well blended.
- 3
Cut in Butter
Add 1 cup of unsalted butter (cold and cut into small cubes) to the dry mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
Combining Ingredients
- 4
Add Wet Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 cup of heavy cream, 1 large egg, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Pour this mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- 5
Incorporate Seasonal Add-ins
Gently fold in 1 cup of fresh berries and 1 tablespoon of zest, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Shaping and Baking
- 6
Shape the Scones
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Pat the dough into a circle about 1-inch thick. Cut into wedges or use a biscuit cutter to shape individual scones.
- 7
Bake
Place the shaped scones on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
- 8
Cool and Serve
Remove the scones from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack for a few minutes before serving warm.
