Buttermilk Lavender Scones

Using your favorite scones recipe, you can make bakery-style lavender scones right at home. Dried culinary lavender adds a lovely aromatic flavor without tasting overpowering. I love adding buttermilk and fresh lemon zest for extra flavor, too. The scones are crumbly, yet moist and perfect for spring brunches, tea parties, bridal showers, & Mother’s Day.

• 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour, plus more for hands and work surface
• 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
• 2 and 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 2 teaspoons dried culinary lavender
• 2 teaspoons lemon zest
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup (1 stick; 115g) unsalted butter, frozen
• 1/2 cup (120ml) buttermilk, plus 2 Tablespoons (30ml) for brushing
• 1 large egg
• 1 and 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• optional: coarse sugar for topping

• 3 Tablespoons (45ml) heavy cream or milk
• 1 teaspoon dried culinary lavender
• 1 Tablespoon (15ml) fresh lemon juice
• 1 and 1/4 cups (150g) confectioners’ sugar