Glazed Lemon Ginger Scones

By khojnicki

Ingredients

• 2 1/4 c all purpose flour
• 1/4 c granulated sugar
• 1 tbsp baking powder
• 2 tsp finely grated lemon zest
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 1/2 c heavy cream
• 1/4 c plus 2 tsp fresh lemon juice
• 1/4 c finely chopped candied ginger
• 2 c confectioner's sugar

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a bowl, whisk the flour with the granulated sugar, baking powder, lemon zest and salt. Using a wooden spoon, stir in the cream and 2 tbsp of the lemon juice; fold in the candied ginger.

On a lightly floured work surface, gently knead the dough just until it comes together. Pat into a 9" round, a scant 1/2" thick. Cut the dough into 8 wedges. Arrange 1" apart on the baking sheet and bake 20 to 25 mins until slightly firm and lightly browned on the bottom, pale on the top. Let cook for 5 mins, then transfer to a rack to cool completely.

In a medium bowl, whisk the confectioners' sugar with the remaining 2 tbsp plus 2 tsp of lemon juice until the glaze is smooth. Drizzle the lemon glaze over the scones and let stand for 15 mins before serving.