Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
0.75 cup

strawberry

cut into 1/4 inch pieces

2 cup

cake flour

3 tsp

baking powder

0.25 cup

sugar

2 tsp

salt

4 tbsp

unsalted butter

cubed

1 tbsp

orange zest

1 cup

heavy cream

Step 1
~3 min

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2
~3 min

In a large bowl, mix cake flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 3
~3 min

Cut butter into small cubes.

Step 4
~3 min

Blend butter with a pastry blender until it resembles oatmeal.

Step 5
~3 min

Add orange zest and strawberries to the flour mixture.

Step 6
~3 min

Slowly add heavy cream while mixing with a fork until the dough starts to come together.

Key Technique: Mixing
Step 7
~3 min

Remove dough from the bowl and form into a ball.

Step 8
~3 min

Place dough on a lightly floured surface.

Step 9
~3 min

Knead gently four or five times.

Step 10
~3 min

Shape dough into an 8x10 inch rectangle.

Step 11
~3 min

Cut the rectangle lengthwise into two 4x10 inch rectangles.

Step 12
~3 min

Cut each rectangle into 6 or 7 triangles.

Step 13
~3 min

Place the triangles on an ungreased baking sheet.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 14
~3 min

Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.

Step 15
~3 min

Serve warm with softened butter, jam, or creme fraiche.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For best results, use very cold butter.

Don't overmix the dough, or the scones will be tough.

Brush the tops of the scones with milk or cream before baking for a golden brown crust.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Dough can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 24 hours.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with clotted cream and jam.

Serve with a cup of tea or coffee.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Clotted cream
Strawberry jam

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United Kingdom

Cultural Significance

Popular breakfast and tea time treat.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Afternoon Tea
Garden Parties

Occasion Tags

Breakfast
Brunch
Tea Time
Dessert

Popularity Score

70/100