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    Home » Breads & Baked Goods » Scones and Biscuits

    Fresh Strawberry Scones with Chocolate (28 cents each)

    Published: May 21, 2021 by Jessica Fisher

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    Enjoy the delicious combination of fresh strawberries and chocolate in these flaky Strawberry Scones with Chocolate. Bits of rich chocolate and sweet-tart strawberries add flavor and texture to these classic cream scones.

    Whether you serve them with other baked goods like Carrot Muffins and Honey Lemon Cheesecake Bars for dessert or tuck them into a Snacky Lunch, they are sure to please everyone you know.

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    • Strawberry Scones with Chocolate

    Scones are one of the best things to bake and they are a must-have on the list of Tea Party Foods.

    They can be dressed up in so many ways, with fresh zest like these Lemon Drop Scones, with fruit like Cranberry Orange Scones, with chocolate or even with cheese. Scones can be formed into all kinds of shapes and made in far in advance of serving.

    And they always impress. Especially this Chocolate Strawberry Scone Recipe.

    Why Make This

    It’s easy! Baking scones is not a difficult task. It’s a quick dough, without yeast for leavening, so you can mix and assemble your scones in a matter of minutes.

    It’s freezer-friendly. Scones are very make-ahead and extremely freezer friendly. You can bake them from frozen, allowing you a chance to bake several kinds at one time without a lot of effort on the day of.

    It’s a great way to use up strawberries. Strawberries are delicious for eating fresh. However, they are a fickle fruit, sagging quickly. Bake them into strawberry scones to enjoy them to the last!

    Ingredients

    ingredients for Chocolate Strawberry Scones on table top.

    The ingredients list for this strawberry scone recipe is pretty straightforward:

    flour – Use unbleached, all-purpose flour for best results, though you can sub in bleached or whole wheat pastry flour if those are on hand.

    sugar – I use granulated sugar in this recipe, but you can use powdered sugar or brown sugar. Just know that there will be some slight texture changes.

    leavening – Both baking powder and salt give lift to these scones. Don’t omit them.

    butter – You’ll cut the butter into the dry ingredients, forming a type of shortbread. Cold butter will help you achieve flaky layers and give rich flavor. You can use margarine or plant-based butter for a slightly different flavor.

    egg and cream – These both add richness to the scones. Don’t skimp here. This recipe is a modified version of a classic cream scone recipe. I’ve reduced the amount of cream as well as swapped a whole egg for the two yolks. I do not want to worry about what to do with two egg whites!

    chocolate chips – These add an extra punch of sweetness and flavor, but you could easily omit them if you prefer.

    strawberries – Fresh strawberries, finely chopped, work best in this scone recipe. This is a good way to use up berries that are getting a little past their prime.

    Step-by-Step Instructions

    dry ingredients in food processor fitted with metal blade.
    adding butter to the dry mixture in the food processor.
    crumb mixture transferred to a metal mixing bowl with chocolate chips and chopped strawberries
    dry mixture tossed with chocolate and strawberries in the metal bowl with a teal spatula.

    1. In a food processor fitted with a metal blade, add the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Pulse a few times to combine.

    2. Add the cold butter cubes to the food processor and pulse until coarse crumbs are formed. Alternatively, you can cut the butter into the mixture using a pastry blender, a fork, or two knifes held together.

    3. Transfer the crumb mixture to a mixing bowl and add the chocolate chips and chopped strawberries.

    4. Toss the berries, chocolate chips, and crumb mixture to combine well.

    combine cream and egg in the food processor until smooth.
    add liquid ingredients to the dry mixture in the mixing bowl.
    batter for scones in mixing bowl with teal spatula.
    the batter pat into a round on a parchment lined baking sheet and cut into 8 wedges.

    5. In the now empty food processor (no need to wash it!) add the cream and egg. Blend until smooth.

    6. Add this wet mixture to the dry ingredients in the mixing bowl.

    7. Fold well to combine. Do not overmix.

    8. Turn the dough out onto a parchment lined baking sheet and pat it into a large round. Cut the round into wedges.

    wedges divided across the surface of the lined baking sheet.
    frozen scones in a labeled bag to be stored in the freezer.

    9. Divide the scones from the circle of wedges and spread them out on the lined baking sheet. At this point you can bake them in a 400 degree oven until golden, about 18 to 20 minutes. Or you can freeze the unbaked scones on the tray.

    10. Once the scones are frozen solid, you can transfer them to a ziptop freezer bag that’s been labeled with baking instructions. Store the bag in the freezer until ready to bake.

    To bake from frozen: Simply remove however many you want to bake and place on a lined tray. Bake at 400 degrees for 20 to 22 minutes or until done.

    You can also freeze baked scones. Cool them completely on a wire rack and package in an airtight container. Store in the freezer.

    FAQs

    Can you put strawberries in scones?

    You don’t often see fresh strawberries baked into things. Their high juice content and mush-potential often gets in the way of that. However, if you dice the berries finely, they work very well in strawberry scones or their cousin, Strawberry Cookies.

    Can you freeze strawberry scones?

    Scones are a fantastic thing to freeze. Not only does it allow you to prep ahead, but you can have fresh baked strawberry scones in just minutes. Prepare the recipe and instead of baking the scones, slide the pan into the freezer. Once the scones are frozen solid, transfer them to a ziptop freezer bag or other airtight container. Store them in the freezer until you’re ready to bake them.

    Recipe Costs

    Knowing how much it costs you to prepare a recipe can help you decide if it’s the type of recipe to make regularly or one you might want to save for special occasions. Let’s crunch some numbers and see how this recipe pencils out.

    • flour – $0.30
    • sugar – $0.07
    • baking powder – $0.06
    • salt – $0.01
    • egg – $0.15
    • cream – $0.66
    • chocolate chips – $0.50
    • strawberries – $0.50

    Shopped at a mid-range grocery store at non-sale prices, the ingredients for 8 Strawberry Scones with Chocolate comes to $2.25/batch or 28 cents each!

    Compared to buying scones at the bakery or coffeeshop, this is an absolute steal!

    More ways to save

    You know I don’t typically want to make something if I can’t make it good as well as cheap. Here are some of the strategies you can use to make this recipe more economical:

    • Stock up on ingredients when they are on sale. When I find regular kitchen staples on sale, I buy a lot. I’m currently using a price book to track prices and that’s saving me money. For this recipe, keeping an eye on the price of flour, butter, and chocolate can help keep the price down. And of course, stock up on strawberries when they’re at a great price! You can check out all my strategies too for stashing that beautiful seasonal produce in your freezer.
    • Buying in bulk – It’s rare that I would buy a small amount of chocolate chips. In a household with 8 people, you know your solo bag of chocolate chips doesn’t stand a chance of being there when you need it. I hedge my bets by buying in bulk. I also have gotten into the habit of buying cases of flour from Bob’s Red Mill or VitaCost so that I always have baking supplies on hand.
    baked chocolate strawberry scones on parchment lined tray.

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    chocolate strawberry scones on platter with strawberries.

    Strawberry Scones with Chocolate

    Enjoy the delicious combination of strawberries and chocolate in these flaky Chocolate Strawberry Scones. Bits of rich chocolate and sweet-tart strawberries add flavor and texture to these classic cream scones.
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    Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
    Cuisine: American, English
    Diet: Vegetarian
    Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 35 minutes minutes
    Servings: 8 scones
    Calories: 317kcal
    Author: Jessica Fisher
    Cost: $2.25

    Equipment

    • food processor
    • pastry blender
    • bench knife
    • parchment paper
    • heavy duty sheet pan

    Ingredients

    • 2 cup unbleached, all-purpose flour
    • ⅓ cup granulated sugar plus more for sprinkling
    • 1 tablespoon baking powder
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • 6 tablespoon cold butter cut in chunks
    • ½ cup chocolate chips
    • ½ cup finely chopped strawberries
    • ⅔ cup cold whipping cream plus more for brushing
    • 1 egg , beaten

    Instructions

    • Preheat the oven to 400 F. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper or a silpat baking mat. 
    • In a food processor bowl fitted with a metal blade, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Pulse once or twice to mix. Add the butter and pulse until coarse crumbs are formed. (You can also do this in a large mixing bowl, using a pastry blender, two knives, or a fork to cut the butter in.)
    • Empty the dry mixture into a large mixing bowl. Add the chocolate chips and diced berries. Toss to combine. In the now empty processor bowl (no need to wash) add the cream and egg. Blend well. 
    • Add the wet mixture to the dry and fold to combine, just until mixed.
    • Turn the mixture out onto a floured surface. Knead a few times just until everything holds together. Pat the dough into a large circle about nine inches in diameter. Cut the dough into eight wedges. 
    • Separate the wedges and place on prepared pan. Brush with some cream and sprinkle with sugar. Bake 18 to 20 minutes or until tester comes out clean. Cool on rack before serving.

    Notes

    You can also freeze the scones, baked or unbaked. 
    Flash freeze unbaked scones on a lined tray. Once they are hard, transfer the frozen scones to an airtight container and store in the freezer. When ready to bake, place the frozen scones on a baking sheet as directed in the recipe. Increase the baking time about 5 minutes.
     Alternatively, store baked and cooled scones in an airtight container in the freezer.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 317kcal | Carbohydrates: 40.3g | Protein: 4.4g | Fat: 15.8g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 39mg | Sodium: 223mg | Potassium: 286mg | Fiber: 1.4g | Sugar: 14.3g | Calcium: 1170mg | Iron: 0.4mg
    Tried this recipe?Tell us what you think! Your reviews help us develop better recipes and give newcomers the confidence to try your favorites. Scroll down to leave a starred comment.

    This post was originally published on July 10, 2009. It has been updated for content and clarity.

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    1. Amber Herrick

      March 25, 2019 at 1:40 pm

      Do you know how to adapt the recipe to use all white whole wheat?

      Reply
      • Jessica Fisher

        March 25, 2019 at 6:10 pm

        Whole wheat is a little more absorbent, so I’d add about 2 tablespoons less and then adjust as needed. Should be yummy!

        Reply
    2. Jennifer

      April 05, 2014 at 7:55 am

      These are so good!! Thank you for, once again, an awesome recipe. 🙂 I made three batches of these yesterday because strawberries are super cheap this week (got any more strawberry recipes besides jam?) – two of which I froze, one cooked and one raw, so I’m looking forward to having treats for my family at a later date. The only thing I changed is I used half whole wheat flour because I didn’t have enough of the unbleached white flour… super easy and fun! I will never go back to store bought. lol

      Reply
      • Jessica Fisher

        April 05, 2014 at 6:24 pm

        I’m so glad you liked them! As for strawberries, my kids could eat them all. If it’s a really good deal, I freeze them for smoothies.

        Reply
    3. Carla

      April 21, 2012 at 2:56 pm

      My 14yo son just baked up a batch of these (98% on his own). Well, he left out the strawberries and upped the cream a bit since he figured the moisture would be effected. He can do them with strawberries next month when they will be in season. We had a small amount as an after- afternoon snack as we lacked the willpower to wait until after dinner. Mmmmm. Off to go finish preparing a healthy dinner so we can have more for dessert. Another positive of having a teen in the house!

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      • Jessica

        April 22, 2012 at 12:18 pm

        @Carla, wise boy! So glad you liked them.

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