There’s nothing quite like the smell of freshly baked Strawberry Cream Scones filling your kitchen. These tender, flaky scones are bursting with juicy strawberries and made extra rich with heavy cream, giving them that irresistible bakery-style texture—without the need for complicated techniques. Whether you’re planning a cozy breakfast at home or a special brunch spread, this recipe delivers impressive results with minimal effort.
What makes these strawberry cream scones truly stand out is their simplicity. Unlike traditional scone recipes that rely on cutting in cold butter, this version uses heavy cream to create a soft, melt-in-your-mouth crumb. The result is a perfectly balanced treat that’s lightly sweet, beautifully golden, and packed with fresh strawberry flavor in every bite.
These scones are also incredibly versatile and perfect for any occasion. Serve them warm with a drizzle of vanilla glaze, a dusting of powdered sugar, or alongside whipped cream for an extra indulgent touch. They pair wonderfully with coffee, tea, or even a refreshing glass of lemonade, making them a go-to recipe for everything from casual mornings to elegant brunch gatherings.
If you’ve ever been intimidated by homemade scones, this easy strawberry cream scones recipe is the perfect place to start. With just a handful of ingredients and simple steps, you’ll be baking up soft, flaky, bakery-quality scones in under 40 minutes. Once you try them, they’re sure to become a staple in your kitchen—especially during strawberry season!
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Strawberry Cream Scones
These Strawberry Cream Scones are soft, tender, and lightly sweet with bursts of juicy strawberries in every bite. Made with heavy cream instead of butter, they come together quickly and bake into perfectly flaky, bakery-style scones—ideal for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon treat.
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 8 scones 1x
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/3 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup heavy cream (cold)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup fresh strawberries (diced)
1 tablespoon flour (for coating strawberries)
Optional Glaze:
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1-2 tablespoons milk or cream
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
In a separate bowl, mix heavy cream and vanilla extract.
Toss diced strawberries with 1 tablespoon flour (prevents sinking).
Add cream mixture to dry ingredients and gently mix until just combined.
Fold in strawberries carefully—do not overmix.
Turn dough onto a floured surface and shape into a 1-inch thick circle.
Cut into 8 wedges and place on baking sheet.
Bake for 18–22 minutes or until golden on top.
Cool slightly, then drizzle with glaze if desired.
Notes
Cooking Tips
- Keep ingredients cold: Cold cream helps create tender, flaky scones.
- Don’t overmix: Overworking the dough leads to dense scones.
- Use fresh strawberries: Frozen berries release too much moisture.
- Light touch shaping: Handle dough gently for best texture.
Variations
- Strawberry Lemon Scones: Add 1 tablespoon lemon zest for a bright citrus twist.
- Chocolate Strawberry Scones: Fold in 1/3 cup mini chocolate chips.
- Gluten-Free Option: Use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
- Vanilla Bean Upgrade: Swap vanilla extract for vanilla bean paste.
- No Glaze Version: Sprinkle coarse sugar on top before baking for a crunchy finish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18–22 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g




