Tender strawberry buttermilk scones with lemon zest and ginger.
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When life gives you lemons, make scones.
We have a lemon tree in our backyard, and since this is our first year in our new home, it's our first year for lemons. It gives me such a happy feeling when I look out the back window and see sunny globes hanging from the branches like Christmas ornaments.
I'm adding zest and juice to everything. Pasta, vinaigrettes, lentils, and these scones.
This week's theme for #SundaySupper is the Easter / Passover Feast. Next year I'm seriously considering hosting a seder here for my husband and friends, but since our new kitchen is being completed just this week, I took the easy route this year with scones for ย Easter brunch. Fresh strawberries are everywhere now, perfect with lemon from our tree, and then I decided to throw in some ginger at the last minute. It's totally optional, but I highly recommend it if you make these in your own kitchen. They're easy to make, and so tender from the buttermilk.
If you love this scone, check out this oat scone version of strawberry scones and these peach scones with ginger!
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Strawberry, Lemon and Ginger Scones
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- 2 ยฝโจ cups 11 ยผ ounces all-purpose flour
- 1 โจ tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ยฝโจ teaspoon kosher salt
- ยฝ โจ cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- ยฝ teaspoon allspice
- 12 โจ tablespoon unsalted butter
- ยฝ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ยฝ cup buttermilk
- ยฝ pound strawberries about 14 strawberries
- 4 ounces candied ginger about 1 cup
- 1 tablespoon turbinado sugar
Instructions
- Sift flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, sugar, lemon zest, and allspice together in large bowl or in the bowl of food processor.
- Cut the butter into the flour mixture by hand (or whiz with food processor) until the mixture becomes a meal texture and turns a slight yellow. Pour into a large bowl.
- Slice strawberries and the candied ginger. Toss into the bowl with the flour and butter mixture.
- Form a well in the middle and pour in the vanilla extract and buttermilk. Stir until a dough forms and spill out onto a lightly floured work surface. Knead a few times to completely incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet. Place on a sheet of parchment paper and flatten into a disk a little more than ยฝ inch thick. The disk should be around 8 ยฝ inches in diameter. Slice into six equal triangles. Sprinkle with turbinado sugar.
- Freeze for 20 minutes. Preheat the oven to 425หF.
- Transfer dough and parchment paper onto a baking sheet.
- Bake for about 20 minutes or until reddish-brown on top.
Dionne Baldwin
I love the touch of ginger and I would totally add it if I made these! I must confess, I am jealous of your lemon tree. ๐ I love lemons!
The Wimpy Vegetarian
It's so fun having a lemon tree out back. I've wanted one for the longest time, and am thrilled ๐
The Ninja Baker
How cheery to have lemons peeking in at you. Lemons truly do add that little extra zing to a dish...I am intrigued by your idea of adding ginger =)
Happy Easter & Post Passover, Susan =)
The Wimpy Vegetarian
And a very happy Easter and post Passover to you too, Kim! The ginger ended up being a big win in these scones. Thanks so much ๐
Liz
Lucky you with the fresh lemons at your disposal! Your scones sound amazing!!!
The Wimpy Vegetarian
Thanks Liz! Unfortunately for my waistline, I'm having one every morning instead of my regular fruit and yogurt...
Manu
Ohhh I wish I had lemons too! In fact I am considering planting a lemon and lime tree in my yard soon! These scones sound delicious!
The Wimpy Vegetarian
Oh, you must plant one. Maybe one of each! It's such a happy, healthy feeling looking at them ๐
Alaiyo Kiasi-Barnes
Perfection! Your scones are perfect for a leisurely Easter Morning breakfast.
The Wimpy Vegetarian
Thanks so much, and thanks again for such a wonderful job hosting us this week, Alaiyo!
Cindys Recipes and Writings
I love scones thanks for a great breakfast idea!
The Wimpy Vegetarian
Thanks much, Cindy! Happy Easter to you and your family!!
Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers
Oh my gosh! Your scones look to die for. They are just simply beautiful!!
The Wimpy Vegetarian
I'm sending some over to you, Jennifer!! Happy Easter and post-Passover!
Susan
What I would give to have a lemon tree of my own! Well I guess for now I'll just continue to buy and then make your lovely scones.
The Wimpy Vegetarian
I've coveted lemon trees for years now. So am very excited to have one I can snip lemons from. I've from back east and will never get used to something like this ๐
Sarah | Curious Cuisiniere
I've never thought to add ginger to the strawberry lemon combo. This sounds amazing!
The Wimpy Vegetarian
I got the idea from a local restaurant where strawberry ginger scones were on the menu for brunch. After that, I knew I'd have to add candied ginger ๐
Seduction In The Kitchen
These look Great! I love to have one now on my Brunch Table ๐
Rachel @ Runner's Tales
I love the strawberry and lemon combination. The touch of ginger sounds like a great way to add a bit of zest to that combination.These scones look amazing!
The Wimpy Vegetarian
I was surprised at the difference ginger made! Thanks so much Rachel ๐
The Wimpy Vegetarian
Thanks so much!
Stacy
Gorgeous scones, Susan! There is nothing better than being able to go out and pick your own fruit and vegetables. Such a great feeling! Love the strawberry lemon combination but the addition of the candied ginger is inspired!
The Wimpy Vegetarian
Thanks Stacy! I'm ready now to get some tomatoes in the ground. And decide what else I want to plant ๐
Dorothy at Shockingly Delicious
I feel exactly the same way about my lemon tree out back. Happiness!
The Wimpy Vegetarian
Exactly!!
Tara
I sat staring at those for the longest time, I want one badly. I am in love with ginger lately, man those look good!!
The Wimpy Vegetarian
You've got to try these with the ginger, Tara! A very happy Easter to you and your family!
Shannon R
I'm going to a seder today but spent "Easter" on the couch eating chocolate. Man, these scones look fab, I might have to figure out how to have a second breakfast! I have strawberries too, yum.
The Wimpy Vegetarian
You've got it all covered, Shannon between Easter and Passover! I love it!!
Shaina
I'm a sucker for anything that has ginger in it. I would love these scones! Yum! BUT...if you do decide to have a seder next year, no scones allowed! ๐
The Wimpy Vegetarian
Yeah, that's what I hear. So I'm thinking I'll also do an Easter brunch in addition to the seder ๐
cheri
Hi Susan, I love adding a little of this and that when I cook or bake, adding the candied ginger at the end sounds brilliant. Happy Sunday to you, nice that your kitchen is back together.
The Wimpy Vegetarian
So do I cheri! Thanks so much. And I'll have some photos posted of the kitchen once the last touches go on this week. I've heard some horror stories of some people's remodels, and our went very smoothly, but I'm still so so happy to be able to cook again ๐
Sarah
Definitely a winning combination here!
The Wimpy Vegetarian
Thanks Sarah!
Melanie | Melanie Makes
Just love the combination of flavors here - Pinning!
The Wimpy Vegetarian
I hope you like them if you try them!! Thanks Melanie!
Martin D Redmond
Love this combination of flavors Susan! I bet that ginger makes your scones pop!
The Wimpy Vegetarian
Thanks Martin. The ginger totally adds to the party!!
Jennifer Miller
There is nothing better then warm homemade scones! I love your recipe and can't wait to give it a whirl!
Choc Chip Uru
Mmm these scones could make my breakfast very delicious ๐
Cheers
Choc Chip Uru
Alice // Hip Foodie Mom
I adore scones!! and what a lovely combo of strawberry, lemon and ginger! love this!
Julie
I love a good scone - and this flavor combo sounds perfect!
Courtney @ Neighborfood
Mmm...strawberry and lemon is one of the best combos and so great for spring! Wish I had some coffee to go with this!
Rita
Yumm. We've an orange tree, and even with the drought, we've never had more oranges or orange blossoms. What a delightful spring fragrance in the yard.
apuginthekitchen
I envy your lemon tree. the scones sound wonderful, and a lovely combination of flavors!
Norma Chang
I too wish I had a lemon tree. Go to the backyard and pick tree ripened lemon as needed, what a treat.
Love scones, definitely adding the candied ginger.
mjskit
Congratulations on your lemon harvest!!! Now you've made it really difficult. Do I want these scones of Dutch baby for breakfast this weekend. These scones look quite moist and definitely chock full of flavor!
Judit + Corina @WineDineDaily
How lovely to have fresh lemons for those delicious scones! We have small lemon trees and they are so much joy to use in the kitchen. J+C
Christy
These sound and look fabulous! Our lemon tree had an off year, and I really miss all the fresh lemons.
Jane's Adventures in Dinner
I have had a total lemon of a day but I think these scones will make it all better. C:
Oui, Chef
Love the shot of them oozing delicious strawberry goodness!
laurasmess
These look beautiful. Love the combination of the fruit with the ginger, I can imagine how delicious these would be when eaten warm with butter. Hope that you had a lovely Easter Susan. I'm hugely behind on all of my favourite blog reading but I'm feeling inspired already x