Directions

1. Preheat oven to 400F (200C).
2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. Cut in cold butter with a pastry blender or fingers until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together cream, egg, and vanilla extract.
5. Add wet ingredients to dry; stir just until combined.
6. Fold in dried fruit if using.
7. Turn dough onto floured surface, knead lightly, then pat into a 1-inch thick circle.
8. Cut into 8 wedges and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment.
9. Bake 18-20 minutes until golden brown.
10. Mix glaze ingredients until smooth, drizzle over warm scones before serving.