Follow these simple steps to create light and fluffy strawberry scones:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
3. Add Butter: Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Incorporate Strawberries: Gently fold in the chopped strawberries, being careful not to mash them.
5. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
6. Mix Together: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined; do not over-mix.
7. Shape the Dough: Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Gently knead it a few times to bring it together. Pat it into a circle about 1-inch thick.
8. Cut Scones: Use a sharp knife or a pizza cutter to cut the dough into 8 wedges. Alternatively, use a round cutter for a different shape.
9. Prepare for Baking: Place the scones on the prepared baking sheet. If desired, sprinkle coarse sugar on top for a sweet crunch.
10. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the scones are golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
11. Cool: Allow the scones to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.

By following these steps, you’ll create a batch of strawberry scones that are sure to impress.