lavendar scones

Dayton, WY
Updated on Feb 15, 2012

I hope you enjoy these as much as my Tea family and friends do.

prep time 1 Hr
cook time 20 Min
method ---
yield 13 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 2 3/4 cups king arthur unbleached all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon baking soda
  • 2 teaspoons lemon zest, grated
  • 1/2 cup cold butter
  • 1/2 cup lavender, crushed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1/2 cup half and half
  • 2 teaspoons milk
  • 2 tablespoons sparkling sugar optional

How To Make lavendar scones

  • Step 1
    Whisk together the flour, sugar, salt, baking powder, and lemon zest. Work in the butter just until the mixture is unevenly crumbly. Stir in the lavender.
  • Step 2
    In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, vanilla, almond extract and half & half. Add the liquid ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until cohesive.
  • Step 3
    Line a baking sheet with parchment. Scoop dough onto the baking sheet, using about 1/4 cup for each scone, leaving 2" between them. Brush with milk and sprinkle with sparkling sugar if desired.
  • Step 4
    Place pan in freezer for 30min. Pre-heat oven to 425 degrees.
  • Step 5
    Bake the scones for 20 minutes, until they are golden brown. Remove from the oven, and cool briefly on the pan. Serve warm Yeild: 13

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