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Gingerbread Scones

These Gingerbread Scones are a cozy delight! Warm spices and sweet molasses make them perfect for breakfast or holiday gatherings.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Baking, Gingerbread, Scones
Servings: 8 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup packed dark brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • ½ teaspoon ground cloves
  • 6 tablespoons chilled butter cut into pieces
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 3 tablespoons molasses
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup raisins or dried cranberries (optional)
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons coarse sugar for sprinkling over scones (optional)

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. This will ensure that your scones bake evenly and don't stick.
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, dark brown sugar, baking powder, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, and ground cloves. Make sure everything is well combined.
  • Add the chilled butter pieces to the dry mixture. Using a pastry cutter or fork, cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, molasses, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  • Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir gently with a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; it’s okay if there are a few lumps.
  • If you’re using raisins or dried cranberries, gently fold them into the dough at this stage.
  • Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and pat it into a circle about 1-inch thick. Cut the circle into wedges (like a pizza) or use a biscuit cutter to create round scones.
  • Place the scones on the prepared baking sheet. If desired, sprinkle coarse sugar on top for added sweetness and crunch.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes, or until the scones are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Remove the scones from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. Serve warm with butter or your favorite jam.

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Pastry cutter or fork
  • Whisk
  • Knife or bench scraper

Notes

  • For the best texture, ensure your butter is very cold before cutting it into the flour mixture.
  • Do not overmix the dough; this will lead to tough scones instead of tender ones.
  • Feel free to experiment with spices; nutmeg or allspice can add a nice touch.
  • Serve these scones fresh, but they also freeze well for future enjoyment.