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California Lavender Biscuits with a Honey Twist

These lavender biscuits combine floral notes with honey sweetness, perfect for brunch or tea time.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Biscuits, Brunch, Cookies
Cuisine: American
Calories: 290

Ingredients
  

For the Biscuit Dough
  • 1 cup salted butter softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup buttermilk cold
For the Flavor Boost
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon culinary lavender crushed
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried sage

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, granulated sugar, and honey until creamy. Shape the mixture into a log, wrap it in plastic, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. Stir in the minced garlic, parsley, thyme, sage, and crushed lavender.
  3. Pour the cold buttermilk into the dry mixture. Stir gently until just combined to form a slightly sticky dough. Let it hydrate for a few minutes.
  4. Transfer the dough to a floured surface. Knead gently three to four times to bring it together. Shape into a 1-inch thick rectangle and chill for 15-30 minutes.
  5. Roll the dough into a 1/2-inch thick rectangle, place the chilled honey butter in the center, and fold the dough over the butter. Roll and fold into thirds. Repeat twice.
  6. Preheat the oven to 400°F. Roll the dough to 1-inch thick, cut into squares or rectangles, and freeze for 5-10 minutes.
  7. Brush the tops with buttermilk and bake for 25 minutes until golden brown. Monitor closely to avoid overbaking.
  8. Brush with melted butter and honey after baking. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Calories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 320mgFiber: 1gSugar: 22g

Notes

Keep butter cold for flaky layers. Avoid overmixing to prevent toughness. For a sweeter biscuit, increase honey to 3/4 cup. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in a 350°F oven for 5 minutes. Serve with honey butter or jam.

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