Print

Easy Fluffy Lemon Lavender Scones

lemon lavender scones - featured image
Print Recipe

These easy fluffy lemon lavender scones combine bright citrus zing with subtle floral notes, perfect for a cozy morning tea. They have a light, tender texture and come together quickly with simple pantry ingredients.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 3 tablespoons sugar
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon dried culinary lavender buds
  • ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • ¾ cup (180ml) heavy cream
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • Zest from 1 large lemon
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Optional glaze: powdered sugar and lemon juice mixed to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, salt, and dried lavender until well combined.
  3. Add cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Cut the butter into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter or two knives until it resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized butter bits.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together heavy cream, egg, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  5. Make a well in the dry ingredients and pour in the wet mixture. Gently fold together with a spatula until just combined; dough will be slightly sticky.
  6. Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface. Pat into an 8-inch (20 cm) circle about 1 inch (2.5 cm) thick. Cut into 8 equal wedges.
  7. Arrange wedges on prepared baking sheet, spacing about 2 inches apart. Optionally brush tops with extra cream for a golden finish.
  8. Bake for 15-18 minutes until tops are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  9. Cool scones on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Optionally drizzle with lemon glaze made from powdered sugar and lemon juice.

Notes

Keep butter cold until baking to ensure flaky, fluffy scones. Avoid overmixing dough to prevent toughness. If dough is too sticky, chill for 10 minutes before shaping. Watch oven carefully to avoid overbaking. Optional glaze adds a sweet, tangy finish.

Nutrition

Keywords: lemon scones, lavender scones, fluffy scones, morning tea, easy scones, floral scones, quick breakfast

Find it online: https://blairrecipes.com/easy-fluffy-lemon-lavender-scones-recipe-perfect-for-morning-tea/