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Strawberries and Cream Scones

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Ingredients: 2 1/4 teaspoon baking powder,2 tablespoons Butter,1/4 teaspoon cinnamon,1 egg lightly beaten mixed with a tablespoon of water for egg wash,2 cup flour,1/3 cup granulated white sugar,1/2 cup heavy cream,1 lemon,2-3 tablespoon milk,powdered sugar,3/4 teaspoon salt,1 pint strawberries
Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 425F.Cube and chill butter.
  2. Combine dry ingredients (flour, sugar, baking powder, lemon zest, salt, and cinnamon) in a large bowl.With your fingertips work the butter into the flour mixture.Make a well in the center of the butter and flour mixture.
  3. Add the heavy cream and stir.
  4. Add a tablespoon of milk and stir until the dough is moistened but not wet.
  5. Add the diced strawberries.Gently work the strawberries into the dough and knead it together.Pat into an 8 inch circle and cut triangles. Do not be afraid of using flour, excess flour can always be dusted off.
  6. Transfer scones to a parchment lined baking sheet.
  7. Brush with egg wash.
  8. Bake at 425F for 12-15 minutes or until the tops and edges are golden.Cool on a cooling rack.
  9. Drizzle with glaze (powdered sugar mixed with a bit of liquid of your choice)

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