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Gingerbread Scones Recipe

Gingerbread Scones Recipe
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Gingerbread scones are the perfect treat to warm up your chilly mornings or cozy afternoons. This easy-to-follow Gingerbread Scones Recipe combines the comforting flavors of ginger, cinnamon, and molasses to create delightful pastries that are soft, flaky, and irresistibly aromatic. Whether paired with a steaming cup of coffee or enjoyed as a sweet snack throughout the day, these scones bring a festive touch to any occasion. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, you can even customize them with your favorite nuts or dried fruits for an added twist. With just 26 minutes from start to finish, you’ll have fresh gingerbread scones ready to delight family and friends!

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups unbleached white flour
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp ground ginger
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground cloves
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp granulated sugar, for sprinkling on top
  • 1/2 cup cold butter (or vegan butter)
  • 1/4 cup molasses
  • 1/2 cup milk (any type)
  • 1 tsp milk, for top
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (for icing, optional)
  • 2 tbsp melted butter (or vegan butter, for icing)
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup (for icing, optional)
  • 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract (for icing, optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, spices, salt, and sugar.
  3. Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles small peas.
  4. Stir in the milk and molasses until fully combined.
  5. Shape the dough into a circle on a parchment-lined baking sheet and brush with milk.
  6. Sprinkle with sugar and cut into wedges.
  7. Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
  8. For optional icing, whisk together powdered sugar, melted butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth, then spread on warm scones.

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