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Springtime Purple Lilac and Strawberry Scones Recipe

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Ingredients

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  • For the scones:
    • 2 cups all-purpose flour
    • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
    • 1 tablespoon baking powder
    • 1/4 teaspoon salt
    • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
    • 1/2 cup heavy cream (plus extra for brushing)
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 1/2 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
    • 1/4 cup fresh lilac blossoms (rinsed and stems removed)
  • For the glaze:
    • 1 cup powdered sugar
    • 2–3 tablespoons milk or cream
    • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • A few lilac blossoms for decoration (optional)

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  • Cut in the butter: Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to cut the butter into the mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  • Add strawberries and lilacs: Gently fold in the chopped strawberries and lilac blossoms.
  • Mix wet ingredients: In a small bowl, whisk together the cream and vanilla extract. Gradually pour this into the flour mixture, stirring until a dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.
  • Shape the dough: Turn the dough onto a floured surface and gently knead it a few times. Pat it into a 1-inch thick round and cut it into 8 wedges.
  • Bake the scones: Place the wedges on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with a little extra cream and bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the scones are golden brown and puffed.
  • Prepare the glaze: While the scones are baking, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
  • Glaze the scones: Let the scones cool slightly before drizzling with the glaze. Garnish with a few extra lilac blossoms for a beautiful springtime finish.

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