STRAWBERRIES AND CREAM SCONES-PANERA BREAD COPYCAT RECIPE - (4.3/5)

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Strawberries and Cream Scones-Panera Bread Copycat Recipe - (4.3/5) image

Provided by MJH

Number Of Ingredients 15

Scones:
1/2 cup diced fresh strawberries
1/4 cup half and half
2 cups all purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
6 tablespoons cold butter, cut into pieces
1 large egg
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2/3 cup diced fresh strawberries
Topping:
3 tablespoons granulated sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons water
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat your oven to 375 degrees. Lightly grease (or line with parchment) two baking sheets, or a full-size or mini-scone pan. To make the scones: In a blender or food processor, process 1/2 cup of the strawberries with the half and half or cream until the mixture is smooth. Set it aside. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, sugar, and baking powder. Cut in the butter, using your fingertips, a fork or a pastry blender. In a separate bowl, whisk together the strawberry/half and half mixture, the egg, and the vanilla extract. Stir this mixture into the dry ingredients. Add the 2/3 cup diced strawberries and stir just until everything is well-combined. This is a wet, sticky dough, good for drop scones. Drop the dough by heaping tablespoonfuls onto the prepared baking sheets; each scone should be about the size of a golf ball. A tablespoon cookie scoop is exactly the right size for this task. Or divide the dough among the compartments of the scone pan of your choice. Bake the scones until they're golden brown, 15 to 16 minutes (on a baking sheet or in a mini-scone pan), or 18 to 20 minutes (in a standard scone pan). Remove the scones from the oven when they're beginning to brown around the edges. Break one open, just to be sure; they should be moist, but not gummy, at the center. To make the topping: As soon as you remove the scones from the oven, make the topping. Combine the sugar and water in a very small (e.g., 1/4- to 1/3-cup size) microwave-safe bowl, stirring until the sugar is moistened. Heat in the microwave for 20 to 30 seconds, until the mixture is bubbly. Carefully remove from the microwave (sugar syrup is very hot), and stir in the vanilla. Stir until the mixture is smooth. Drizzle or brush the topping over the hot scones.

Isaias Herrera
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These scones are so good, I could eat them every day!


xakxi hafeez
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I'm allergic to strawberries, so I used blueberries instead. They turned out just as delicious!


Rakesh Avi
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These scones are perfect for a quick breakfast or snack. They're also great for parties and potlucks.


Ayan Butt
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I love how easy these scones are to make. I can have a batch ready in less than 30 minutes.


pocket pearls
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These scones were a bit dry for my taste. I think I'll try adding a little more butter next time.


Sukruthy jomon
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I'm new to baking, but these scones turned out great! I'm so glad I found this recipe.


bhullar gill
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I had some trouble getting the scones to rise properly. I think I might have overmixed the batter.


RJ RONI ISLAM
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These scones were a little too sweet for my taste, but I still enjoyed them. I'll try reducing the amount of sugar next time.


tajkiya islam
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I used frozen strawberries and they worked perfectly. The scones still had a great flavor and texture.


jafar Jutt
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I added some chopped walnuts to the batter and they turned out great! This recipe is very versatile.


Bill Jay psalmist
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These were so easy to make and tasted just like the ones from Panera Bread. I'll definitely be making these again.


jescah bugutsa
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I'm not a huge fan of strawberries, but I really enjoyed these scones. The glaze was the perfect touch.


Brothers Remix
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These scones were a hit with my family! They loved the fresh strawberry flavor and the creamy glaze. Definitely a keeper recipe.


Sesona Ncapayi
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I've tried many copycat Panera Bread recipes, but this one is by far the best. The scones were so easy to make and turned out perfect. Thanks for sharing!


Biffle Susann
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These scones were absolutely delicious! They had the perfect balance of sweetness and tartness, and the texture was light and fluffy. I'll definitely be making these again!