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.

Fahim FF
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I'm not a big fan of scones in general.


Bilal Rehman
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I'm not sure if these scones will be worth the effort.


John Quirante
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This recipe seems a bit complicated. I'm not sure if I'm up for the challenge.


Minenhle Ngwane
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I'm not sure if I have all of the ingredients for this recipe.


Juneed Ali
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I'm allergic to ginger, so I'll have to find a substitute ingredient.


Aro The Boy School Corp
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I'm not a big fan of cranberries, but I'm willing to give these scones a try.


Pre Tty
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These scones look so good! I'm going to have to try this recipe.


Rachel Moloney
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I'm definitely going to make these scones for my next party.


Lunar Midoryia
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These scones sound amazing! I love the combination of cranberries and ginger.


Kamir Raza
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I can't wait to try these scones! They look so delicious and festive.


Riffat Adeel
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These scones are the perfect addition to any holiday brunch or tea party.


laila smimih
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I'm not usually a fan of scones, but these were really good! The cranberries and ginger give them a nice tart and spicy flavor.


Gladys Anyanwu
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The scones were a bit dry for my taste, but the flavor was good.


Theo Ghorayeb
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These scones are so easy to make and they taste amazing! I love that I can whip up a batch in no time.


Balawa Rakesa
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I made these scones for a bake sale and they sold out in minutes! Everyone loved the unique flavor and the festive appearance.


Suraj Magar
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These scones were a hit at my holiday brunch! They're moist and flavorful, with just the right amount of sweetness. The cranberry-orange combination is perfect for the season.