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Ginger Pear Scones

Ginger Pear Scones to Elevate Your Breakfast Vibes

Delightful Ginger Pear Scones with fresh and crystallized ginger for a perfect breakfast experience.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 scones
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Scone Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Can substitute whole wheat pastry flour
  • 2 tablespoons baking powder Ensure it is fresh
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cardamom Optional but recommended
  • 1 tablespoon sugar Adjust for sweetness preference
  • 0.5 cup frozen butter (grated) Grate ahead of time and freeze
  • 2 tablespoons fresh ginger (grated) Finely grate for even flavor
  • 0.33 cup chopped crystallized ginger Customize to taste
  • 1 pear peeled and grated Use a ripe pear for best flavor
  • 0.75 cup buttermilk Can substitute with milk and lemon juice

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowls
  • Scone pan
  • pastry cutter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare your scone pan with non-stick spray.
  2. In a bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, salt, and cardamom until well blended.
  3. Cut in the grated butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Stir in the grated ginger, crystallized ginger, and grated pear until evenly mixed.
  5. Add buttermilk gradually, mixing just until combined.
  6. Transfer the dough into the scone pan, pressing it down evenly.
  7. Brush the tops with buttermilk and sprinkle with sugar.
  8. Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until golden brown.
  9. Cool in the pan for a few minutes before moving to a wire rack.
  10. Serve warm with jam or clotted cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sconeCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Enjoy these scones fresh for the best flavor and texture; they can be frozen for future breakfasts.

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