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Fluffy Lavender Lemon Scones Recipe with Honey Butter for Mother’s Day Delight

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These fluffy lavender lemon scones topped with honey butter offer a delicate floral aroma paired with bright lemon zest, perfect for a special occasion like Mother’s Day brunch.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons dried culinary lavender (food-grade)
  • Zest of 1 large lemon (about 1 tablespoon)
  • 6 tablespoons (85g) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 2/3 cup (160ml) whole milk, cold
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • For the Honey Butter:
  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 1/4 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
  • Pinch of sea salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, dried lavender, and lemon zest.
  3. Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry mix. Using a pastry cutter or two forks, work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized bits of butter still visible.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk the cold milk, beaten egg, and vanilla extract until combined.
  5. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and gently fold with a spatula just until the dough comes together. Do not overmix.
  6. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Pat it into a 7-inch (18cm) circle about 1 inch (2.5cm) thick.
  7. Using a sharp knife or bench scraper, slice the circle into 8 equal wedges. Transfer these wedges to the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about an inch apart.
  8. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until the scones are golden brown on top and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  9. While the scones bake, combine softened butter, honey, lemon zest, and a pinch of sea salt in a small bowl. Beat until smooth and creamy.
  10. Let the scones cool on a wire rack for 5-10 minutes. Serve warm with a generous dollop of honey butter spread on top.

Notes

Keep butter and milk cold for flaky layers. Do not overmix dough to avoid tough scones. Use culinary-grade dried lavender only. Fresh lemon zest is key for vibrant flavor. Scones can be frozen unbaked and baked from frozen with extra baking time. For dairy-free, substitute milk and butter with plant-based alternatives and replace egg with flax egg.

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