Best 5 Holiday Gingerbread Scones Recipes

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When the holiday season rolls around, there's nothing quite like the smell of freshly baked gingerbread scones filling the air. With their warm and spicy flavor, these delectable treats are sure to put a smile on your face and fill your home with cheer. Whether you're looking for a festive breakfast option, a sweet afternoon snack, or a special dessert to serve at your next holiday gathering, these delightful scones are sure to be a hit. With a variety of recipes to choose from, ranging from classic to unique and modern, you'll be able to find the perfect gingerbread scones to satisfy your cravings.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

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 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.

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



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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

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.

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh ginger and molasses will give your scones the best flavor.
  • Don't overmix the dough: Overmixing will make the scones tough.
  • Chill the dough before baking: This will help the scones hold their shape and rise properly.
  • Bake the scones until they are golden brown: A toothpick inserted into the center of a scone should come out clean.
  • Serve the scones warm: Scones are best enjoyed warm from the oven, but they can also be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.

Conclusion:

Gingerbread scones are a delicious and festive holiday treat. They are easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy breakfast or a special treat to serve at your next holiday party, gingerbread scones are sure to be a hit.

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