Description
Sweet lavender and juicy blackberries dance through these delicate white chocolate scones, creating a delightful harmony of flavors. Crumbly yet tender, these scones invite you to savor a luxurious breakfast moment with each magical bite.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp dried lavender buds
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Add-Ins:
- 1 cup fresh blackberries
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper, creating a smooth, flat surface for even baking.
- Sift together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and lavender buds in a large mixing bowl, ensuring a uniform blend of dry ingredients.
- Cube the cold butter into small pieces and incorporate into the dry mixture using a pastry cutter or your fingertips until the texture resembles coarse breadcrumbs.
- Whisk eggs, heavy cream, and vanilla extract in a separate bowl, then gently fold into the flour mixture until just combined.
- Carefully fold in fresh blackberries, white chocolate chips, and lemon zest, taking care not to overmix and crush the delicate berries.
- Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and gently shape into a circular disk approximately 1-inch thick.
- Cut the disk into 8 wedge-shaped pieces, separating them slightly to allow for even spreading during baking.
- Arrange the scones on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each piece for proper rising and browning.
- Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes before serving, allowing the scones to set and develop their full flavor profile.
Notes
- Gentle Mixing Technique: Handle the dough with a light touch to keep the scones tender and prevent tough, dense results.
- Berry Preservation: Freeze blackberries briefly before adding to prevent color bleeding and maintain their delicate shape during mixing.
- Lavender Intensity: Adjust lavender quantity based on personal preference, starting with less and gradually increasing for subtle floral notes.
- Dietary Modifications: Swap heavy cream with coconut cream for a dairy-free version, and use gluten-free flour blend for a celiac-friendly alternative.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg