Cardamom Honey Scones
Founders
8
15 minutes
20 minutes
Why You'll Love These Scones
Cardamom is one of the most aromatic spices in the pantry — warm, floral, and faintly citrusy. Paired with the gentle sweetness of honey, it transforms a classic scone into something truly special. These are the kind of bake that makes a Saturday morning feel intentional.
Ingredients
- 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp fine sea salt
- 1 1/2 tsp ground cardamom
- 1/4 cup (50g) cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 3 tbsp honey
- 3/4 cup (180ml) cold heavy cream, plus more for brushing
- 1 egg
- Honey and flaky sea salt, to finish
Directions
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. For best results, cube your butter and place it in the freezer for 10 minutes before you begin.
Whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and cardamom in a large bowl.
Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized pieces remaining.
In a separate bowl, whisk the honey into the egg first until loosened and smooth, then whisk in the cold heavy cream. This prevents honey pockets in the dough that can cause uneven browning or sticking.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and stir until you see no more dry flour streaks — the dough should look shaggy and a little rough. Stop here. Over-mixing is the number one cause of tough, bread-like scones.
Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface and gently pat into a 3/4-inch thick round. Cut into 8 wedges.
Place on the prepared baking sheet, brush tops with cream, and bake 18–20 minutes until deep golden.
Drizzle with honey and finish with a pinch of flaky sea salt. Serve warm.