Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Elegant Flavor Combination: The infusion of aromatic lavender paired with fresh lemon creates a sophisticated and refreshing taste.
Perfect for Special Occasions: Whether it’s Mother’s Day, a bridal shower, or a cozy tea party, these scones add a touch of class to any gathering.
Aromatic Baking Experience: As they bake, your kitchen will be filled with the soothing scent of lavender and citrus.

Ingredients

(Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)

Dry Ingredients:
- All-purpose flour
- Baking powder
- Baking soda
- Kosher salt
- White sugar
- Dry culinary lavender
Wet Ingredients:
- Fresh lemon juice
- Lemon zest
- Unsalted butter
- Heavy cream
- Real vanilla extract
- Large eggs
For the Honey Butter:
- Unsalted butter
- Honey
Extras:
- Additional flour for handling the dough
- Extra sugar for sprinkling

Directions

Prepare the Oven and Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Infuse Sugar with Lavender: In a food processor, combine the dry culinary lavender and sugar. Pulse until the lavender is finely chopped and well mixed with the sugar.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and the lavender-infused sugar.
Incorporate Butter: Add the cold, sliced unsalted butter to the dry mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, vanilla extract, and eggs until well combined.
Form the Dough: Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Avoid overmixing to prevent tough scones.
Shape the Scones: Lightly flour your hands and a work surface. Transfer the dough to the floured surface and gently pat it into a circle about 1-inch thick. Using a floured knife or biscuit cutter, cut the dough into wedges or rounds.
Bake: Place the scones onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart. Lightly brush the tops with heavy cream and sprinkle with a bit of sugar. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the scones are golden brown.
Prepare the Honey Butter: While the scones are baking, whip the softened unsalted butter with honey until smooth and creamy.
Serve: Allow the scones to cool slightly on a wire rack. Serve warm with a generous spread of honey butter.

Servings and Timing

Servings: This recipe yields approximately 8 scones.
Preparation Time: About 20 minutes.
Baking Time: 15-20 minutes.
Total Time: Approximately 40 minutes.

Variations

Gluten-Free Option: Substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend suitable for baking.
Dairy-Free Adaptation: Use plant-based butter and substitute the heavy cream with coconut cream or a dairy-free alternative.
Additional Mix-Ins: Consider adding dried fruits like currants or blueberries for added texture and flavor.

Storage/Reheating

Storage: Store cooled scones in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. For longer storage, refrigerate for up to a week.
Freezing: Individually wrap scones and place them in a freezer-safe bag. Freeze for up to 3 months.
Reheating: To enjoy warm, reheat scones in a preheated oven at 300°F (150°C) for about 10 minutes or microwave for 20-30 seconds.

FAQs

How do I ensure my scones are light and fluffy?

Use cold butter and avoid overmixing the dough. The cold butter creates steam pockets during baking, resulting in a flaky texture.

Can I use fresh lavender instead of dried?

Yes, but ensure it’s culinary-grade and use about twice the amount since fresh herbs are less concentrated than dried ones.

What can I use if I don’t have a food processor to blend the lavender and sugar?

You can finely chop the lavender by hand and mix it thoroughly with the sugar.

Is it necessary to use unsalted butter?

Unsalted butter allows you to control the salt content in the recipe, ensuring the flavors balance perfectly.

Can I make the dough ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the dough, shape the scones, and refrigerate them overnight. Bake them fresh the next day for best results.

Lavender Lemon Scones with Honey Butter

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Author: Julia
Total Time: 40 minutes
Yield: 8 servings
Diet: Vegetarian

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Description

Enjoy tender and fragrant Lavender Lemon Scones with Honey Butter, where floral lavender meets zesty lemon in every bite. This elegant scone recipe is perfect for brunch, tea parties, or special gatherings. Serve with rich, homemade honey butter for a truly unforgettable treat.

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment.
Pulse sugar and lavender in a food processor until finely blended.
Whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and lavender sugar in a large bowl.
Cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
In a separate bowl, whisk heavy cream, lemon juice, zest, vanilla, and eggs.
Add wet ingredients to the dry mixture and stir just until combined.
Pat dough onto a floured surface, 1-inch thick. Cut into wedges or rounds.
Place on baking sheet. Brush tops with cream, sprinkle sugar.
Bake 15–20 minutes until golden brown.
While baking, whip butter and honey until smooth.
Cool slightly and serve with honey butter.

Notes

Gluten-Free Option: Use a 1:1 gluten-free flour substitute.

Dairy-Free: Substitute with plant-based butter and dairy-free cream.

Fresh Lavender: Double the amount if using fresh culinary lavender.

Make-Ahead Tip: Shape and refrigerate dough overnight for fresh morning baking.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American