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Fluffy Strawberry Scone Bites with Vanilla Bean Glaze

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Light, airy strawberry scone bites topped with a sweet and fragrant vanilla bean glaze, perfect for brunch, tea, or a quick sweet treat.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
  • 3/4 cup (180ml) heavy cream, cold
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (150g) fresh strawberries, chopped
  • For the glaze:
  • 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
  • 2–3 tablespoons (30–45ml) milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, granulated sugar, and salt.
  3. Add chilled, cubed unsalted butter and cut it into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter or two forks until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized bits of butter.
  4. Gently fold in chopped fresh strawberries, being careful not to smash them.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together cold heavy cream and vanilla extract.
  6. Pour the cream mixture into the flour mixture and stir gently with a spatula until the dough just comes together; it will be sticky but manageable.
  7. Lightly flour your hands and work surface, turn the dough out, and gently pat it into a rectangle about 1 inch thick.
  8. Using a sharp knife, slice the dough into 12 equal squares or triangles.
  9. Place the scone bites on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about an inch apart.
  10. Bake for 15–18 minutes until golden on top and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  11. Transfer the scones to a cooling rack and let them cool for 10 minutes.
  12. While the scones bake, whisk together powdered sugar, vanilla bean paste, and milk until smooth, adjusting milk for a drizzle-able consistency.
  13. Drizzle or brush the vanilla bean glaze over the warm scone bites.

Notes

Keep butter and cream cold to maintain flaky texture. Do not overmix dough to avoid toughness. Fold strawberries gently to prevent mushy dough. Use a sharp knife and clean between cuts for even rising. Apply glaze when scones are warm but not hot to avoid melting off. Frozen strawberries can be used if thawed, drained, and patted dry. For dairy-free, substitute butter with vegan margarine and milk with plant-based milk. For gluten-free, try a 1:1 gluten-free baking flour blend with xanthan gum.

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