Delicious Gingerbread Scones Recipe

Enjoy the warm flavors of gingerbread in scone form with this easy and delicious recipe. Perfect for a cozy morning breakfast or a holiday treat, these scones are sure to be a hit with family and friends.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/3 cup brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/4 cup molasses
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1-2 tablespoons milk

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, brown sugar, baking powder, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt.
3. Add the cold butter to the flour mixture and cut it in using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. In a separate bowl, mix together the milk, molasses, and beaten egg.
5. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until combined.
6. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and pat it into a circle about 1 inch thick. Cut the circle into 8 wedges.
7. Place the scones onto the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15-18 minutes, or until golden brown.
8. Let the scones cool slightly while you mix together the powdered sugar and milk to make a glaze.
9. Drizzle the glaze over the warm scones and serve.
10. Enjoy your delicious gingerbread scones with a cup of tea or coffee!

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