Ginger Scones
Delight your taste buds with these irresistibly tender Ginger Scones, a perfect balance of warmth and sweetness in every bite. Infused with the aromatic essence of ground ginger and the chewy zing of crystallized ginger, these golden treats are ideal for cozy breakfasts or elegant tea parties. Creamy, buttery layers are achieved with cold, cubed butter and a splash of heavy cream, while a sprinkle of coarse sugar on top adds an irresistible sparkle and crunch. Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy-to-follow recipe yields 8 perfectly spiced scones that pair beautifully with a dollop of clotted cream or your favorite jam. Whether served warm from the oven or at room temperature, these ginger scones are sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground ginger
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 3 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cups Unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- 0.25 cups Crystallized ginger (finely chopped)
- 0.75 cups Heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 large Egg (for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon Heavy cream (for egg wash)
- 2 teaspoons Coarse sugar (optional, for topping)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, ground ginger, salt, and granulated sugar.
Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work it in until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Stir in the finely chopped crystallized ginger.
In a small bowl, mix the heavy cream and vanilla extract. Gradually pour this mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until a dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead once or twice to bring it together. Pat it into a 1-inch thick circle.
Cut the dough into 8 equal wedges and transfer them to the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each piece.
In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and 1 tablespoon of heavy cream to make the egg wash. Brush the tops of the scones with the egg wash and sprinkle with coarse sugar, if desired.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the scones are golden brown on top.
Remove the scones from the oven and let them cool slightly on a wire rack before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature with butter, jam, or clotted cream.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2839 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 168.9 g | 217% | |
| Saturated Fat | 102.2 g | 511% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 641 mg | 214% | |
| Sodium | 2100 mg | 91% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 285.7 g | 104% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.6 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 93.5 g | ||
| Protein | 32.7 g | 65% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 143 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 12.5 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 384 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
