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