The sweet and savory flavors of fresh strawberries and basil combine in these easy, delicious scones that are the perfect teatime treat.
Preparation Time
20 mins
Cooking Time
15 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Calories
197 Calories
Recipe Instructions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
Step 2
Whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt together in a large bowl. Cut in butter using a pastry blender or fork until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Pour in 1 cup buttermilk, and stir just until combined. Fold in strawberries and basil.
Step 3
Dust a work surface lightly with flour and divide dough in 1/2. Shape each portion into a 3/4-inch-thick circle; cut each into 8 wedges. Place the wedges onto the prepared baking sheet, about 2 inches apart. Brush tops of scones with 2 tablespoons buttermilk and lightly sprinkle with brown sugar.
Step 4
Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, 15 to 20 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Ingredients
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup buttermilk
2 tablespoons buttermilk
1 cup chopped fresh strawberries
1 teaspoon brown sugar, or as needed
0.5 teaspoon baking soda
0.5 cup white sugar
2.5 teaspoons baking powder
0.33333334326744 cup chopped fresh basil
0.75 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes
