Description
Spiced warmth fills kitchen spaces with these magical Gingerbread Delight Scones that blend classic holiday comfort and delicate pastry perfection. Crumbly edges and rich molasses notes invite bakers to savor winter’s most enchanting breakfast companion.
Ingredients
Scale
Gingerbread Delight Scones Ingredients:
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups (8 ounces/240 grams) unbleached white flour
- ½ cup (4 ounces/115 grams) cold cubed butter or vegan butter
- ½ cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar (for sprinkling)
Liquid and Glaze Ingredients:
- ¼ cup (3 ounces/85 grams) molasses
- 1 teaspoon milk (for brushing)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons melted butter or vegan butter
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Gather all essential ingredients and equipment, ensuring precise measurements and a clean workspace.
- Combine dry ingredients in a spacious mixing bowl, creating a fragrant blend of spices that will infuse the scones with warmth.
- Incorporate cold butter into the flour mixture, using swift cutting motions to create a texture resembling coarse breadcrumbs.
- Gently fold molasses and milk into the dry ingredients, mixing minimally to maintain a light, tender dough consistency.
- Transfer the delicate dough onto a prepared baking surface, shaping it into a uniform circular disk approximately three-quarters of an inch thick.
- Enhance the scones’ exterior by applying a delicate milk wash and sprinkling with a light dusting of sugar for a golden, crisp finish.
- Carefully segment the circular dough into eight symmetrical wedges, creating individual portions for even baking.
- Position the scones in a preheated oven, allowing them to transform into golden-brown delicacies with crisp edges and soft interiors.
- While the scones bake, craft a luxurious maple glaze by whisking powdered sugar, melted butter, maple syrup, and vanilla into a silky-smooth consistency.
- Remove the freshly baked scones and immediately drizzle with the prepared glaze, ensuring an elegant and appetizing presentation.
Notes
- Spice Blend Magic: Ginger, cinnamon, and cloves create a warm, aromatic flavor profile that transforms these scones into a cozy winter treat.
- Butter Technique: Cold, cubed butter is crucial for achieving a flaky, tender texture; work quickly to keep the butter from warming up.
- Mixing Matters: Gentle mixing prevents tough scones; stop stirring as soon as the ingredients are just combined for the most delicate crumb.
- Shaping Secrets: Flatten the dough into a thick circle and cut into wedges before baking to ensure even cooking and perfect portioning.
- Icing Elegance: The maple-vanilla glaze adds a luxurious sweetness that complements the deep, spicy notes of the gingerbread.
- Make-Ahead Magic: Prepare the dough in advance and refrigerate overnight for a quick morning baking experience that fills your kitchen with irresistible aromas.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg