Strawberry Basil Scones
Prep Time:
15 minutes
Rest Time
None for this recipe!
Cook Time:
30 Minutes
Serves:
8-12 Scones
Level:
Beginner
About the Recipe
Welcome a fresh, gourmet twist to your baking routine with these Strawberry Basil Scones. This recipe elevates the classic, buttery tea-time treat by pairing the bright, jammy sweetness of sun-ripened strawberries with the fragrant, peppery notes of fresh basil. The result is a sophisticated flavor profile that is surprisingly refreshing and perfectly balanced.
Each scone boasts a tender, flaky interior and a golden, crisp exterior, making them an ideal centerpiece for a weekend brunch or an elegant afternoon snack. Whether you’re looking for a vibrant summer bake or a unique addition to your holiday spread, these scones offer a beautiful pop of color and a burst of garden-fresh flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
For the Scones:
All Purpose Flour 360 grams
Granulated Sugar 45 grams
Baking Powder 15 grams
Salt 5 grams
Dried Basil 2 grams
Unsalted butter, cubed (cold) 110 grams
Egg (cold) 50 grams
Cultured Buttermilk (cold) 115 grams
Heavy Cream (cold) 5 grams
Extra buttermilk to brush on top of scones
Sprinkle of sugar for each scone
The Recipe!
Step 1
Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Line a 9 inch round cake pan with cling wrap.
Step 2
Sift together in a bowl the flour sugar, baking powder, salt. Add in dried basil. Mix well.
Step 3
Mix cold butter into the dry ingredients until it is course and butter is pea-sized.
Step 4
Mix the cold egg and cold buttermilk in a separate bowl. Pour into the flour and butter mix.
Sep 5
Mix the cold heavy cream and strawberries into the dough. Do not overmix or the scones will be tough.
Step 6
Making sure the dough is well floured, place into the 9 inch cake pan lined with cling wrap. Press the dough into the pan until it is the shape of the pan. Flip it out onto a floured surface. Cut into 8-12 equal sized pieces.
Step 7
Place the scones 2 inches apart on the baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush with buttermilk then top with a sprinkle of sugar.
Step 8
Place the baking sheet with scones into the 400 degree oven. Bake for 30 minutes or until golden. Checking occasionally to be sure it is not over baked or baked unevenly.