APPLE-GINGER SCONES

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Relish these scones packed with the flavors of apple and ginger - served warm drizzled with a citrusy-sweet glaze.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/3 cup sugar
3 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
6 tablespoons butter, cut into pieces
1/2 cup finely chopped, peeled apple
1/4 cup finely chopped crystallized ginger
1 egg
1/2 cup whipping cream
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon peel
3/4 cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Spray cookie sheet with nonstick cooking spray. In medium bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder and salt; mix well. With pastry blender or fork, cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in apple and ginger.
  • Beat egg in small bowl. Stir in cream and lemon peel. Add to dry ingredients; stir just until moistened.
  • On floured surface, gently knead dough 5 or 6 times. Place dough on sprayed cookie sheet; press to form 8-inch round, about 1 inch thick. Cut into 8 wedges; separate wedges slightly.
  • Bake at 400°F. for 15 to 20 minutes or until light golden brown and center is set.
  • In small bowl, combine powdered sugar and lemon juice; blend well. Drizzle warm scones with glaze. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 350, Carbohydrate 50 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Scone, Sodium 420 mg, Sugar 25 g

Tushar Chand
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These scones look amazing! I'm definitely going to try this recipe.


Heather Christensen
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I've never made scones before. This recipe looks easy enough to follow. I might give it a try.


Qazisahib 555
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I'm going to make these scones for my next brunch party. They look like they'd be a big hit.


Russell Marney
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I'm not sure about the combination of apple and ginger in scones. It sounds a bit strange.


Abebaw Tadese
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These scones look delicious! I can't wait to try them.


Leme Dia
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I found the recipe to be a bit confusing. I had to make a few substitutions and it still didn't turn out quite right.


Ka'Ryhia Mason
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These scones were a bit dry for my taste.


Alorwu Albert
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I'm not a big fan of scones, but these were really good. The glaze really made them.


Guaffar Guaffar
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These scones are the perfect fall treat. They're warm and comforting, with a hint of spice.


IHECHUKWU CHUKWUDI
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I love the combination of apple and ginger in these scones. It's a unique and delicious flavor.


Jitendra
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The scones were easy to make and turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making them again.


Chamod Nirmal
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I made these scones for a brunch party and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them.


LG LEPAO FREE FIRE
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These apple ginger scones were a hit with my family! The scones were light and fluffy, with a perfect balance of sweetness and tartness. The glaze added a delicious finishing touch.