Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Lavender Honey Scones, where soft, buttery interiors meet crisp edges. These charming scones are infused with the floral essence of lavender, brightened by zesty lemon, and sweetened with honey, making them an enchanting addition to any brunch or tea gathering. Perfect for celebrating special occasions like Mother’s Day or simply enjoying a spring day, these scones not only look beautiful but also tantalize the taste buds. With straightforward preparation steps and easy-to-find ingredients, you can impress your guests with this homemade treat that brings a touch of elegance to your breakfast table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 Tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tsp dried culinary lavender
- 1/2 cup frozen butter (1 stick)
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- Zest from 1 lemon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and lavender.
- Grate frozen butter into dry mixture until crumbly; refrigerate.
- In another bowl, whisk buttermilk, eggs, vanilla extract, honey, and lemon zest until combined.
- Combine wet and dry mixtures gently; do not overmix.
- Shape dough into a disk about six inches wide and cut into eight wedges.
- Place on the baking sheet; brush each scone with egg wash.
- Bake for about 15 minutes until lightly golden; cool slightly before glazing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone (65g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg