Name: Sweet Lavender Scones
Cook time: 15 minutes
Total time: 45 minutes (includes baking and cooling time)
Yield: Makes 16 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups all-purpose flour plus more for surface; 3/4 cup granulated sugar; 1 tablespoon baking powder; 1 teaspoon dried lavender buds; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) chilled unsalted butter, cut into 1/4" cubes; 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons buttermilk; 2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 tablespoons sanding or granulated sugar; 1 1/2 cups store-bought lemon curd; Ingredient info: Dried lavender buds (culinary lavender) are available at some supermarkets and natural foods stores.

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Sweet Lavender SconesMarcus Nilsson

These flaky scones can be made the morning of your party.

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