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Gingerbread Scones

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Indulge in the comforting flavors of fall and winter with this delightful Gingerbread Scones Recipe. These scones are a perfect blend of spices, featuring ginger, cinnamon, and cloves, along with the rich sweetness of molasses. Whether enjoyed for breakfast, paired with your afternoon tea, or served as a sweet treat at holiday gatherings, these gingerbread scones are versatile and irresistibly tasty. With a quick prep time and simple ingredients, you can whip up a batch that will impress friends and family alike. Top them off with a drizzle of icing for an extra touch of sweetness that makes every bite memorable.

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
  • 1/2 cup cold butter or vegan butter
  • 1/4 cup molasses
  • 1/2 cup milk (any kind)
  • 1 tsp milk (for brushing on top)
  • 1 tsp granulated sugar (for sprinkling on top)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp melted butter or vegan butter
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract

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 cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Stir in milk and molasses until just combined.
  5. Shape dough into a circle about 3/4 inch thick on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  6. Brush with milk and sprinkle sugar on top.
  7. Cut into wedges and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
  8. For icing (optional), whisk together powdered sugar, melted butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract; drizzle over cooled scones.

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