Buttermilk Strawberry Scones (Print Version)

Fluffy scones featuring fresh strawberries and buttermilk, topped with a tangy lemon butter glaze.

# Ingredients:

Strawberry Scones

01 - 3 cups all-purpose flour
02 - ⅓ cup granulated sugar
03 - 2½ teaspoons baking powder
04 - ½ teaspoon baking soda
05 - ½ teaspoon salt
06 - 12 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cubed
07 - 1 cup buttermilk
08 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped

Lemon Butter Glaze

09 - ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
10 - 1 cup confectioners' sugar
11 - ½ tablespoon melted unsalted butter

# Instructions:

01 - Set oven temperature to 425°F (220°C) and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl. Incorporate cold cubed butter into the dry ingredients using a fork, fingers, knives, or a food processor with a metal blade using a few pulses until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
03 - Gently fold chopped strawberries into the dry mixture ensuring even coating. Create a well in the center and pour in the buttermilk. Fold just until the dough comes together, avoiding overmixing.
04 - Transfer dough onto a floured surface and divide into two equal portions. Roll each into a ¾-inch thick round. Slice each round into 6 wedges and arrange wedges on prepared baking sheet with slight spacing.
05 - Bake for 14 to 18 minutes until the tops are lightly golden and cooked through.
06 - Mix lemon juice, confectioners' sugar, and melted butter in a small bowl until smooth and lump-free.
07 - Once scones have cooled, drizzle the lemon butter glaze evenly over each wedge before serving.

# Notes:

01 - Handle the dough gently to avoid toughness. Using cold butter ensures flakiness.