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Spicy Gingerbread Scones




Source of Recipe


My own


Recipe Introduction


Their fragrant aroma warms the cold winter morning air. Try serving with whipped topping spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg


List of Ingredients




2 cups flour
3 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground ginger
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 cup butter
1 egg yolk, beaten
1/3 cup molasses
1/4 cup milk
1 egg white, beaten
sugar



Recipe



1. In a large bowl, stir together first 8 ingredients.
2. Using a pastry blender, cut in butter till mixture resembles coarse crumbs and make a well in the center.
3. In a small bowl, stir together egg yolk, molasses and milk.
4. Add to center of flour mixture and combine with a fork, mix well.
5. Mixture will be dry in texture.
6. Turn dough onto lighlty floured surface.
7. Quickly knead dough for 10-12 strokes or till nearly smooth.
8. Pat into a 7" circle and cut in 8 wedges.
9. Arrange wedges one inch apart on ungreased sheet.
10. Brush with egg white and sprinkle with sugar.
11. Bake 400 for 12-15 minutes till light brown.
12. Best when served warm.