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Chai Spice Scones: 8 Warm Cozy Morning Pastries

Chai Spice Scones (Cozy Morning Pastry)
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Enjoy a warm, spiced pastry that’s perfect for a cozy morning. These Chai Spice Scones are infused with the comforting flavors of chai, making them an ideal companion for your favorite tea or coffee.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground cardamom
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes
  • 2/3 cup buttermilk
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1 tablespoon turbinado sugar (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, cloves, and salt.
  3. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry blender or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the buttermilk and the beaten egg.
  5. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently pat it into a 1-inch thick circle.
  7. Cut the circle into 8 wedges.
  8. Place the wedges onto the prepared baking sheet.
  9. Brush the tops with a little extra buttermilk and sprinkle with turbinado sugar.
  10. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  11. Let cool slightly on the baking sheet before serving.

Notes

  • For an extra chai flavor, you can add a pinch more cardamom or a dash of black pepper to the dough.
  • If you don’t have buttermilk, you can make your own by mixing 2/3 cup milk with 2/3 tablespoon lemon juice or white vinegar and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
  • These scones are best enjoyed warm, shortly after baking.

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