Ginger-Pecan Scones
Ginger-Pecan Scones is a flavorful Continental Global Delicacies dish prepared with quality ingredients. Preheat oven to 425°.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionPreheat oven to 425°.
Line large baking sheet with parchment.
Whisk flour, 2/3 cup sugar, baking powder, ground ginger, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and baking soda in large bowl.
Add butter; using fingertips, blend butter into flour until coarse meal forms.
Toss in pecans and 1/2 cup crystallized ginger.
Whisk 1 cup buttermilk, grated ginger, and vanilla in measuring cup.
Form well in center of dry ingredients.
Add buttermilk; stir with fork until moist clumps form.
Transfer to lightly floured surface.
Knead just until dough comes together; divide in half.
Form each half into 6 1/2-inch disk.
Cut each disk into 6 wedges.
Transfer to sheet.
Brush with 1 1/2 tablespoons buttermilk.
Sprinkle with 1 tablespoon sugar and 3 tablespoons crystallized ginger; press to adhere.
Bake scones until golden and toothpick inserted horizontally into center comes out clean, about 20 minutes.
Cool scones on sheet on rack.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.