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Gingerbread Scones

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Indulge in the warmth and coziness of these delightful gingerbread scones, a perfect treat as the weather cools down. Bursting with aromatic spices, this easy-to-make recipe is ideal for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack. The rich flavors of molasses combined with ginger, cinnamon, and cloves offer a comforting bite that evokes the spirit of fall and winter. Whether enjoyed plain or drizzled with a simple icing, these scones are not just a delicious addition to your table but also make for thoughtful gifts during the holiday season.

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 in cubes (or vegan butter)
  • 1/4 cup molasses
  • 1/2 cup milk (any kind)
  • 1 tsp milk for 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.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, sea salt, spices, and granulated sugar.
  3. Cut in cold butter until mixture resembles small peas.
  4. Stir in milk and molasses until just combined.
  5. Shape dough into a circle on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and brush with milk.
  6. Cut into wedges and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Optionally drizzle with icing made from powdered sugar, melted butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract.

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