Lavender Infused English Cream Scones
Transport yourself to the lush lavender fields of North Yorkshire with these delightful Lavender Infused English Cream Scones. Inspired by a charming tea room visit, this recipe combines the delicate floral notes of home-grown culinary lavender with a rich, buttery scone base. These scones are best enjoyed straight from the oven, lightly split and spread with rich butter, aromatic lavender honey, or a luscious lavender-infused cream. Perfect for a tea party or simply as a luxurious afternoon treat, these scones hark back to Tudor times when lavender was cherished in both culinary and medicinal applications. Delight your senses with this wonderful homage to English tradition and the soothing essence of lavender!
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Servings
250
Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
Plain flour
225 g (Sifted)
Baking powder
1 tablespoon (Sifted with the flour)
Salt
1/2 teaspoon (Sifted with the flour)
Butter
60 g (Cubed)
Natural cane sugar
1 tablespoon (Added to flour mixture)
Milk
150 ml (Room temperature)
Organic lavender flowers
1 tablespoon (Dried)
Egg
1 (Beaten for brushing)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 220°C (450°F) and lightly flour a baking tray.
2
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the plain flour, baking powder, and salt. Incorporate the butter into the flour mixture by rubbing it between your fingers until it resembles fine breadcrumbs.
3
Stir in the natural cane sugar, ensuring the mixture is well combined.
4
Create a deep well in the center of your flour mixture. Gradually pour in the milk and mix with your hands until it forms a soft dough.
5
Gently fold in the organic lavender flowers, kneading the dough just until smooth to avoid overworking it.
6
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to about 2.5 cm (1 inch) thickness. Use a round cutter to cut out scone rounds.
7
Place the scones onto the prepared baking tray. Brush the tops with the beaten egg for a golden finish, and sprinkle a few lavender flowers on top if desired.
8
Bake in the preheated oven for 7 to 10 minutes, or until the scones are well risen and golden brown.
9
Allow to cool slightly on a wire rack before serving. Enjoy with butter, lavender honey, or lavender-infused cream for the ultimate indulgence.
Nutrition Information
10 g
Fat
33 g
Carbs
4 g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Lavender Infused English Cream Scones?
These are buttery scones infused with the delicate floral notes of culinary lavender, inspired by North Yorkshire tea rooms.
What inspired this specific recipe?
The recipe was inspired by a visit to a charming tea room near the lavender fields of North Yorkshire.
What oven temperature is required for baking?
The oven should be preheated to 220°C (450°F).
How much plain flour is needed?
The recipe requires 225 grams of sifted plain flour.
What is the correct way to incorporate butter into the flour?
Rub the cubed butter into the flour mixture between your fingers until it resembles fine breadcrumbs.
Can I use any type of lavender?
It is best to use organic culinary lavender flowers to ensure they are safe for consumption.
How much baking powder should I use?
The recipe calls for 1 tablespoon of baking powder, sifted with the flour.
What type of sugar is recommended?
The recipe uses 1 tablespoon of natural cane sugar.
What temperature should the milk be when adding it to the dough?
The milk should be at room temperature.
How should I mix the milk into the flour?
Create a deep well in the center of the flour and gradually pour in the milk, mixing by hand until a soft dough forms.
How do I avoid overworking the dough?
Knead the dough just until it is smooth after folding in the lavender flowers.
What is the ideal thickness for the rolled-out dough?
Roll the dough to a thickness of approximately 2.5 cm (1 inch).
How are the scones shaped?
Use a round cutter to cut out scone rounds from the rolled-out dough.
What gives the scones their golden finish?
Brushing the tops of the scones with a beaten egg before baking creates a golden finish.
How long should the scones stay in the oven?
Bake them for 7 to 10 minutes until they are well risen and golden brown.
How should I cool the scones?
Allow them to cool slightly on a wire rack before serving.
What are the best serving suggestions for these scones?
Enjoy them with rich butter, aromatic lavender honey, or a luscious lavender-infused cream.
Is there a historical connection to lavender in English baking?
Yes, lavender has been cherished in England for culinary and medicinal applications since Tudor times.
How many calories are in one lavender scone?
Each scone contains approximately 250 calories.
What is the fat content per serving?
There is approximately 10 grams of fat per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in each scone?
There are 33 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
What is the protein content of these scones?
Each scone provides approximately 4 grams of protein.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
The recipe consists of 8 main ingredients.
Do I need to sift the dry ingredients?
Yes, the flour, baking powder, and salt should be sifted together.
Can I add extra lavender on top of the scones?
Yes, you can sprinkle a few extra lavender flowers on top of the egg wash before baking.
What size batch does this recipe make?
While not specified in count, the recipe uses 225g of flour which typically makes 6-8 scones depending on the cutter size.
Is salt necessary in this sweet scone recipe?
Yes, 1/2 teaspoon of salt is used to balance the flavors.
What is the preparation for the butter?
The butter should be cubed before being rubbed into the flour.
Are these scones suitable for an afternoon tea?
Yes, they are described as a perfect and luxurious treat for a tea party.
Can I use lavender honey with these scones?
Absolutely, lavender honey is highly recommended as a topping to enhance the floral notes.