"Using my favorite scones recipe, you can make bakery-style lavender scones at home. Dried lavender adds lovely flavor without tasting overpowering...."
INGREDIENTS
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2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour (spoon & leveled), plus more for hands and work surface
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1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
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2 and 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
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2 teaspoons dried culinary lavender
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2 teaspoons lemon zest
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 cup (1 stick; 115g) unsalted butter, frozen
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1/2 cup (120ml) buttermilk, plus 2 Tablespoons (30ml) for brushing
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1 large egg
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1 and 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
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optional: coarse sugar for topping
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3 Tablespoons (45ml) heavy cream or milk
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1 teaspoon dried culinary lavender
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1 Tablespoon (15ml) fresh lemon juice
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1 cup (120g) confectioners' sugar