Strawberry Scone Shortcakes Vanilla (Print Version)

Buttery scones paired with fresh strawberries and creamy vanilla yogurt for a fresh twist on a classic treat.

# What You'll Need:

→ For the Scones

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1 tablespoon baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
05 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
06 - 2/3 cup heavy cream, plus more for brushing
07 - 1 large egg
08 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ For the Strawberries

09 - 1 pound fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
10 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
11 - 1 teaspoon lemon juice

→ For the Vanilla Yogurt Cream

12 - 1 1/2 cups plain Greek yogurt
13 - 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
14 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
03 - Cut in cold butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
04 - In a small bowl, whisk together heavy cream, egg, and vanilla extract.
05 - Pour wet mixture over dry ingredients and mix with a fork until just combined.
06 - Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead a few times. Pat into a 1-inch thick circle.
07 - Cut into 8 wedges and place on prepared baking sheet. Brush tops with additional cream.
08 - Bake for 16 to 18 minutes until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack.
09 - Toss sliced strawberries with sugar and lemon juice. Let stand for at least 10 minutes.
10 - In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt with honey and vanilla extract until smooth.
11 - Split cooled scones in half horizontally. Spoon vanilla yogurt onto bottom half, top with macerated strawberries, and cover with scone tops. Serve immediately.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Quick and easy to make in under 40 minutes from start to finish
  • Uses simple, pantry-friendly ingredients with no exotic items
  • Tender, flaky scones that rival any bakery version
  • Lighter than traditional shortcakes thanks to Greek yogurt cream
  • Perfect balance of sweet, buttery, and tangy flavors
  • Impressive presentation that works for both casual and special occasions
02 -
  • Use a sharp knife or bench scraper to cut the scones—pressing straight down without twisting ensures clean edges and maximum rise
  • Don't skip brushing the tops with cream; this creates a beautiful golden finish
  • Let scones cool for at least 10 minutes before splitting to prevent them from falling apart
  • Taste your strawberries first—if they're very sweet, reduce the sugar slightly when macerating
  • For a professional presentation, use a serrated knife to split the scones horizontally
  • Greek yogurt should be full-fat for the creamiest texture and best flavor
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