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Strawberry-rhubarb drop scones

Melt-in-Your-Mouth Strawberry-Rhubarb Drop Scones Recipe

Delicious Strawberry-Rhubarb Drop Scones that combine sweet strawberries and tangy rhubarb for a delightful treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 scones
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Scones
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Provides structure
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar Sweetens the dough
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder Ensures scones rise
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Enhances flavors
  • 1/4 cup cold butter Cut into small pieces
  • 1 cup mixed diced rhubarb and strawberries Use fresh for best flavor
  • 1 large egg Binds ingredients
  • 1 yolk egg yolk Adds richness
  • 3/4 cup buttermilk Adds moisture
  • raw sugar (optional) For topping

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • parchment paper
  • pastry cutter
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Add cold, diced butter and work it into the mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Gently fold in the rhubarb and strawberries.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg, egg yolk, and buttermilk until combined.
  6. Pour the wet mixture into the flour mixture and stir gently until just combined.
  7. Drop spoonfuls of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
  8. If desired, sprinkle raw sugar on top of each scone.
  9. Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown around edges and a toothpick comes out clean.
  10. Allow scones to cool slightly on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sconeCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Avoid overmixing to maintain texture. Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.

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