If you're looking for a tasty and refreshing breakfast option, look no further than these Lemon Ginger Scones. The combination of tangy lemon and spicy ginger creates a flavor explosion that will wake up your taste buds and get your day off to a great start.
These scones are easy to make and require just a few simple ingredients. Here's what you'll need:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
Begin by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C). In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Add the cold butter cubes and use a pastry cutter or your fingertips to work the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg, lemon juice, lemon zest, and grated ginger. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead gently a few times until it comes together. Flatten the dough into a circle about 1 inch thick and cut it into 8 wedges.
Place the scones on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until they are golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Serve warm with butter and your favorite jam or marmalade.
These Lemon Ginger Scones are sure to become a breakfast favorite in your household. Try them out and let us know what you think!