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Lavender Lemon Scones with Honey Butter


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

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

  • 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