Strawberry And Cream Scones Recipe Panera Bread
If you’re a fan of Panera Bread’s Strawberry and Cream Scones, you’re in luck because we’ve got the perfect recipe for you to recreate them at home. With fresh strawberries and a touch of cream, these scones are a delicious treat any time of day. Let’s get started!
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, diced
Directions:
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Using a pastry cutter or your hands, cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse sand.
- In a separate small mixing bowl, whisk together the egg, heavy cream, and vanilla extract.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Gently fold in the diced strawberries.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently until it comes together.
- Shape the dough into a circle about 1 inch thick and cut into wedges.
- Place the scones onto the prepared baking sheet and bake for 18-20 minutes or until lightly golden.
- Remove from oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
That’s it! You now have your very own batch of Panera Bread’s Strawberry and Cream Scones. Enjoy with a cup of tea or coffee for a delicious treat.
Tips:
- Make sure your butter is cold and cut into small pieces before mixing with the dry ingredients.
- Do not overmix the dough. Mix until just combined to prevent the scones from becoming tough.
- When folding in the strawberries, be gentle to avoid breaking them apart.
- If you prefer a sweeter scone, you can sprinkle the tops with sugar before baking.
- These scones can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Now that you’ve mastered this recipe, feel free to experiment with different add-ins or substitutions to make it your own. Happy baking!