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strawberry lemon sourdough scones sitting on a cooling rack

Glazed Strawberry Lemon Sourdough Scones

These Strawberry Lemon Sourdough Scones are made with sourdough discard, fresh strawberries, freeze-dried strawberries, and bright lemon for a buttery, flaky, bakery-style treat. This easy sourdough scone recipe is perfect for breakfast, brunch, afternoon tea, or a delicious summer treat and includes simple tips for making tender, golden scones at home.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 38 minutes
Course Breakfast, Sourdough
Servings 8 scones
Calories 365 kcal

Ingredients
  

Scone Ingredients

  • 280 grams all purpose flour 2 ¼ cups
  • 60 grams organic cane sugar ¼ cup
  • 5 grams baking powder 1 tsp
  • 5 grams baking soda 1 tsp
  • 3 grams pink salt ½ tsp
  • Zest of 1 lemon 1 Tbsp
  • 113 grams cold butter ½ cup or 1 stick
  • 120 grams sourdough discard ½ cup
  • 1 egg
  • 45 grams milk 3 Tbsp
  • 5 grams fresh lemon juice 1 tsp
  • ½ cup diced fresh strawberries
  • ½ cup freeze dried strawberries lightly crushed

Glaze Ingredients

  • 120 grams powdered sugar ½ cup
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons milk

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, organic cane sugar, baking powder, baking soda, pink salt, and fresh lemon zest.
  • Using a pastry cutter or cheese grater, work the cold butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs with small pea-sized pieces remaining. Keeping the butter cold is one of the secrets to flaky scones.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the sourdough discard, egg, milk, and lemon juice until smooth.
  • Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Gently stir until the dough just begins coming together.
  • Carefully fold in the diced fresh strawberries and crushed freeze dried strawberries. Avoid overmixing, which can make the scones tough.
  • Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Gently pat it into a 8 inch circle about 1 inch thick.
  • Using a sharp knife or bench scraper, cut the circle into 8 equal wedges.
  • Transfer the scones to the prepared baking sheet and refrigerate them for about 20 minutes. This helps keep the butter cold for flakier layers.
  • Bake for 18 to 22 minutes or until the tops are lightly golden.
  • Allow the scones to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack.

Make the glaze

  • Whisk together the powdered sugar, lemon juice, and milk until smooth. Once the scones have cooled slightly, drizzle the glaze generously over the tops.

Notes

Microbakery Tip: If you are selling these under cottage food laws, always check your state’s regulations. In my bakery, I substitute organic coconut oil for the milk in the glaze because it is shelf stable while still creating a smooth, delicious glaze. It has become my favorite option for market days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sconeCalories: 365kcalCarbohydrates: 57gProtein: 6gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 220mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25g
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