Claire and I grew up sipping from teacups and brushing crumbs off our skirts. Our mothers love afternoon tea, part of any good tea party is, of course, scones! We like our scones the old-fashioned, British way: not too sweet, with a tender tasty crumb. So we’re beyond excited to now offer a Sweet Laurel […]
It’s finally here! Sweet Laurel is opening its first brick and mortar cake shop this Saturday, September 22nd in Palisades Village in Los Angeles. The shop will feature our grain free and paleo cakes and other treats, as well as coffee and tea! We can’t wait for you all to stop by for a little […]
Tender, buttery madeleines are one of my favorite cookies to enjoy with tea, and these rich, almond scented ones are a lovely twist on the classic. The texture is less cakey, and almond is truly the hero here, but it is the perfect base for adding some of your favorite flavors. Vanilla with a touch […]
Scones are a favorite at Sweet Laurel. If you haven’t baked up our scrumptious Lavender Scones featured on Vogue.com or our Currant Scones over at Goop.com, here’s another chance! Today’s scone recipe is a special collaboration with the ladies at The Seventh Duchess, our latest tea crush. I love The Seventh Duchess Peace tea, a […]
These cookies are awfully delicious and awfully lady like. We make these for tea parties and such. Enjoy these little gems at your next gathering, especially with a hot cuppa tea! Yields 10 -12 cookies Lavender Cream Cookies 2 cups hazelnut or almond flour 1/4 teaspoon Himalayan pink salt 1/4 cup coconut oil, […]