Best 12 Gingerbread Scones Recipes

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When you think of gingerbread, you probably think of the classic holiday cookie shaped like a gingerbread man. But did you know that you can also make gingerbread scones? These scones are a delicious and festive way to enjoy the flavors of gingerbread, and they're perfect for a holiday breakfast or brunch. With their warm, spicy flavor and tender, crumbly texture, gingerbread scones are sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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GINGERBREAD SCONES



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These moist scones' gingerbread flavor make them just right for serving around Christmastime. They are a scrumptious treat with tea or coffee. -David Bostedt, Zephyrhills, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 35m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 cup cold butter, cubed
1/3 cup molasses
1/4 cup 2% milk
1 large egg, separated, room temperature
Coarse sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. In a large bowl, whisk the first 7 ingredients. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. In another bowl, whisk molasses, milk and egg yolk until blended; stir into crumb mixture just until moistened., Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead gently 6-8 times. Pat into an 8-in. circle. Cut into 12 wedges. Place wedges 1 in. apart on a greased baking sheet., In a small bowl, beat egg white until frothy; brush over scones. Sprinkle with sugar. Bake golden brown, 12-15 minutes. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 29mg cholesterol, Sodium 269mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

GINGERBREAD SCONES



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These gingerbread scones are great right out of the oven but they really are best the next day. We prefer ours fairly plain but feel free to add a glaze of your choice. Enjoy!

Provided by Bren

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Scone Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground cloves
½ cup cold butter
½ cup skim milk
¼ cup fancy molasses
½ tablespoon raw sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Combine flour, sugar, baking powder, ginger, cinnamon, and cloves in a large bowl; mix well. Use a fork or a pastry cutter to cut butter into the flour mixture. Pour in milk and molasses and stir until all of the flour has been absorbed.
  • Place dough onto the prepared baking sheet and use your hands to shape it into a 3/4-inch thick, 8-inch round disk. Sprinkle raw sugar over the top and cut into 8 wedges.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, 17 to 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 267.9 calories, Carbohydrate 36.9 g, Cholesterol 30.8 mg, Fat 11.9 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 219.2 mg, Sugar 10.4 g

GINGERBREAD-RAISIN SCONES



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Provided by Heidi Dalzell

Categories     Bread     Food Processor     Ginger     Breakfast     Brunch     Bake     Christmas     Raisin     Spice     Christmas Eve     Bon Appétit     Pennsylvania     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups all purpose flour
1/3 cup packed dark brown sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) chilled butter, cut into pieces
1/4 cup milk
1 large egg
3 tablespoons light unsulfured molasses
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2/3 cup raisins

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly grease baking sheet. Blend first 6 ingredients in processor. Add butter and process until mixture resembles coarse meal. Beat milk, egg, molasses and vanilla to blend in large bowl. Add flour mixture and raisins; stir gently until dough forms. Gather dough into ball. On lightly floured surface, press dough into 1-inch-thick round. Cut round into 8 wedges. Place on prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake until toothpick inserted into center comes out clean, about 25 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature.

CRANBERRY GINGERBREAD SCONES



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Cranberry studded scones are perfect for a holiday brunch. The baking aroma is so welcoming, I bake these gingerbread scones as guests arrive. -Lisa Varner, El Paso, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
1/3 cup heavy whipping cream
1/3 cup molasses
1/2 cup dried cranberries
TOPPING:
1 tablespoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon finely chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. In a large bowl, whisk together first 7 ingredients. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. In another bowl, whisk together cream and molasses; stir into crumb mixture just until moistened. Stir in cranberries., Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead gently 5 times. Pat dough into an 8-in. circle; cut into 8 wedges. Place on an ungreased baking sheet., Mix sugar and cinnamon; sprinkle over scones. Top with pecans. Bake until light brown, 12-14 minutes. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 326 calories, Fat 16g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 44mg cholesterol, Sodium 314mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

GINGERBREAD SCONES



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These are the easiest scones you'll ever make! They actually taste better if you make them the night before you serve them...the flavors are more developed. Serve with Nutmeg Whipped Cream.

Provided by the6-sranch

Categories     Scones

Time 30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cups flour
3 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon ginger
1/2 teaspoon clove
1/2 teaspoon allspice
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup butter
1 egg yolk, beaten
1/3 cup molasses
1/4 cup milk
sugar, for sprinkling
nutmeg, for sprinkling

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first nine ingredients.
  • Cut in butter with pastry cutter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  • Make a well in the center.
  • In a small mixing bowl, stir together egg yolk, molasses and milk.
  • Add all at once to the center of flour mixture.
  • Stir with fork until combined (mixture may seem dry.).
  • Knead dough on a lightly floured surface for 10-12 strokes or until nearly smooth.
  • Pat dough into a circle; cut into 8 wedges.
  • Sprinkle with sugar and a little nutmeg.
  • Bake on an ungreased baking sheet at 400 degrees for 12-15 minutes.
  • Cool on a wire rack for 20 minutes before serving.

HOLIDAY GINGERBREAD SCONES



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A friend gave me this recipe for these wonderful gingerbread scones. I then made them for an English friend of mine, and she gave them a definite thumbs up. I've made them without the dried cherries and currants and cut them with biscuit cutters, and they were great also. Make sure you handle the dough lightly; don't overmix.

Provided by Anonymous

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Scone Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 17

cooking spray
1 large egg, beaten
1 tablespoon heavy cream
1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
¾ cup old-fashioned oats
¼ cup white sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon ground cloves
⅓ cup cold unsalted butter
⅓ cup dried cherries
¼ cup dried currants
½ cup buttermilk
2 teaspoons molasses

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) and place a rack in the center of the oven. Lightly spray a baking pan with cooking spray.
  • Combine egg and cream for glaze in a small bowl and set aside.
  • Combine flour, oats, sugar, baking powder, ginger, cinnamon, baking soda, salt, and cloves in a large bowl. Cut the butter into small pieces with a pastry blender, 2 knives, or your fingertips; rub into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse oatmeal. Add cherries and currants.
  • Combine buttermilk and molasses in a measuring cup. Stir into flour mixture with a wooden spoon until moist clumps form. Gather dough together and transfer to a lightly floured surface.
  • Knead dough gently until it forms a ball. Shape into a 7-inch circle and cut into 8 triangles with a sharp knife. Place on the prepared baking pan and brush with glaze.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until firm, golden brown, and a toothpick inserted into the center of a scone comes out clean, about 14 minutes. Remove from the oven and cool on a wire rack before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 281.9 calories, Carbohydrate 42.7 g, Cholesterol 46.7 mg, Fat 9.9 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 5.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 270.8 mg, Sugar 14 g

GINGERBREAD SCONES WITH LEMON BREAKFAST CREAM



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Plenty of spices and a touch of molasses make these oatmeal gingerbread scones topped with a creamy lemon sauce a yummy breakfast or brunch choice.

Provided by Quaker®

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Quaker® Oats

Time 24m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 14

¼ cup granulated sugar
1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
¾ cup Quaker® Oats (Quick or Old Fashioned, uncooked)
4 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon ground ginger
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
⅛ teaspoon ground cloves
⅓ cup chilled margarine
⅓ cup low-fat milk
2 egg whites, slightly beaten
2 tablespoons molasses
¾ cup ricotta cheese
2 tablespoons frozen lemonade concentrate, thawed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
  • In a large bowl, combine sugar,flour, oatmeal, baking powder, ginger, cinnamon, & nutmeg. Stir in margarine until crumbly.
  • In a small bowl, combine milk, egg whites and molasses. Add to dry ingredients and mix.
  • Add dough onto a floured surface; knead gently up to 10 times.
  • Flatten dough to about 3/4-inch thickness. Cut with round biscuit cutter.
  • Place on ungreased cookie sheet. Sprinkle tops of scones with reserved 1 teaspoon sugar.
  • Bake for 9 to 11 minutes or until golden brown.
  • While cooking, begin making the Lemon Breakfast Cream.
  • Place cheese and lemonade concentrate into blender or food processor and blend until smooth. Serve on top of warm scones and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 202.5 calories, Carbohydrate 31.8 g, Cholesterol 0.7 mg, Fat 6.8 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 4.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 281.9 mg, Sugar 9.5 g

VEGAN GINGERBREAD SCONES



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I wanted to make a festive version of my regular scones and a few permutations later, success! I hope you enjoy these.

Provided by Kameron

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Scone Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 orange
2 tablespoons water, or as needed
2 tablespoons chia seeds
1 tablespoon blackstrap molasses
2 cups all-purpose flour
½ cup white sugar
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon ground ginger
2 teaspoons cream of tartar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon ground allspice
¾ teaspoon salt
½ cup coconut oil, chilled
½ finely chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Juice the orange into a measuring cup; add enough water to reach 8 ounces. Stir in chia seeds and molasses. Set wet mixture aside until gelled, about 10 minutes.
  • Place flour, sugar, cinnamon, ginger, cream of tartar, baking soda, nutmeg, allspice, and salt in the bowl of a food processor. Pulse until just combined, about 30 seconds. Cut chilled coconut oil into 8 pieces; add to flour mixture and pulse until mixture resembles wet sand, about 30 seconds.
  • Pour wet mixture into food processor and pulse briefly until the dough starts to stick together, about 1 minute. Scrape dough into large bowl. Add pecans and knead 5 or 6 turns to distribute them in the dough.
  • Transfer dough to a lightly floured surface; cut into 2 equal portions. Pat or roll each portion into a 1-inch thick round. Cut into 8 wedge-shape pieces and place on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the tops of the scones are firm and edges look dry, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 152.1 calories, Carbohydrate 20.3 g, Fat 7.4 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 189.4 mg, Sugar 6.9 g

GINGERBREAD SCONES



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From BH&G Holiday Cooking 1997 this recipe freezes well so you might consider making a double batch-one for now, one for later.

Provided by Julie Bs Hive

Categories     Scones

Time 40m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine
1 egg yolk, beaten
1/3 cup molasses
1/4 cup milk
1 egg white, slightly beaten
sugar, for topping
pearl sugar (optional) or coarse white sugar (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine flour, brown sugar, baking powder, ground ginger, baking soda, cinnamon, and 1/2 tsp salt in a large mixing bowl.
  • Cut in butter or margarine with a pastry blender until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  • Make a well in the center of the mixture.
  • Stir together egg yolk, molasses, and milk in a small mixing bowl. Add all at once to center of the flour mixture. Stir with a fork till combined-mixture may seem dry.
  • Turn out dough onto a lightly floured surface. Quickly knead dough for 10-12 strokes or till nearly smooth.
  • Pat or lightly roll the dough into a 7-inch circle. Cut into 8 wedges. Arrange wedges about 1 inch apart on a ungreased baking sheet.
  • Brush with egg white and sprinkle with sugar.
  • Bake in a 400° oven for 12-15 minutes or until light brown. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 239.7, Fat 6.9, SaturatedFat 4.1, Cholesterol 39.9, Sodium 308.4, Carbohydrate 40.4, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 12.9, Protein 4.3

GINGERBREAD RAISIN SCONES



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Make and share this Gingerbread Raisin Scones recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Diane B.

Categories     Scones

Time 30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups all-purpose flour
1/3 cup packed dark brown sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
6 tablespoons chilled butter, cut into pieces
1/4 cup milk
1 large egg
3 tablespoons molasses
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2/3 cup raisins

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350º F.
  • Lightly grease baking sheet or use parchment paper.
  • Blend first 6 ingredients in food processor Add butter and process until resembles course meal.
  • Beat milk, egg, molasses and vanilla together in large bowl.
  • Add flour mixture and the raisins, stir gently until dough forms.
  • Gather dough and on lightly floured surface, press dough into 1 inch thick round, cut into 8 wedges and place on prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake until toothpick inserted into center comes out clean, approximately 25 minutes.

GINGERBREAD SCONES WITH LEMON BUTTER



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Busy morning? Fill your kitchen with the warm aroma of these tender gingerbread scones. Then slather on some lip-smacking lemon butter and relax with a steaming cup of coffee. Yum! -Sharon Delaney-Chronis, South Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 16 scones.

Number Of Ingredients 17

2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 cup cold butter
3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
1/3 cup molasses
1/2 cup dried currants
LEMON BUTTER:
1/4 cup butter, softened
1/4 cup confectioners' sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Whisk cream and molasses; stir into crumb mixture just until moistened. Stir in currants. , Turn onto a floured surface; knead 10 times. Pat or roll out to 1/2-in. thickness; cut with a floured 2-in. biscuit cutter. , Place 2 in. apart on a lightly greased baking sheet. Bake at 425° for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown. , Meanwhile, in a small bowl, beat the butter, confectioners' sugar, lemon juice and zest until combined. Serve with warm scones.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 218 calories, Fat 13g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 38mg cholesterol, Sodium 150mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

GINGERBREAD SCONES



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From Biscuits and Scones by Elizabeth Alston. I haven't tried these yet but I love gingerbread and these sound good.

Provided by lazyme

Categories     Scones

Time 30m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/3 cup milk
1/3 cup light molasses
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
7 tablespoons unsalted butter, cold, cut into pieces

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Measure milk in a glass cup measure; add molasses to the 2/3 cup mark and stir to blend.
  • Mix dry ingredients in a large bowl.
  • Add butter and cut in with a pastry blender or rub in with your fingers until the mixture looks like fine granules.
  • Stir milk mixture and add; stir with a fork to form a smooth, rather soft dough.
  • Turn out dough onto a lightly floured surface and give 10-12 kneads.
  • Cut dough in half.
  • Knead each half briefly into a ball; turn smooth side up and place on an ungreased cookie sheet.
  • Pat each piece of dough into a 5-inch circle; cut into 6-8 wedges; leave sides touching.
  • Bake about 10 minutes or until medium brown.
  • Do not overbake.
  • Cool loosely wrapped in a cloth on a wire rack.
  • Makes 12 to 16 scones.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 168.3, Fat 7.2, SaturatedFat 4.5, Cholesterol 18.8, Sodium 95, Carbohydrate 23.7, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 5.3, Protein 2.5

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your scones.
  • Don't overwork the dough. Overworking the dough will make the scones tough.
  • Be careful not to overbake the scones. Overbaked scones will be dry and crumbly.
  • Let the scones cool completely before serving. This will allow the flavors to develop and the scones to firm up.
  • Experiment with different flavor variations. You can add dried fruits, nuts, spices, or chocolate chips to your scones.

Conclusion:

Gingerbread scones are a delicious and festive treat that are perfect for the holiday season. They are easy to make and can be customized to your own taste. With a few simple tips, you can make perfect gingerbread scones that your family and friends will love.

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