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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 15 Minutes |
Ready In: 30 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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Their fragrant aroma warms the cold winter morning air. Try serving with whipped topping spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg. Ingredients:
2 cups flour |
3 tablespoons sugar |
2 teaspoons baking powder |
1/2 teaspoon salt |
1 teaspoon ground ginger |
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon |
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg |
1/4 cup butter |
1 egg yolk, beaten |
1/3 cup molasses |
1/4 cup milk |
1 egg white, beaten |
sugar |
Directions:
1. In a large bowl, stir together first 8 ingredients.
2. Using a pastry blender, cut in butter till mixture resembles coarse crumbs and make a well in the center.
3. In a small bowl, stir together egg yolk, molasses and milk.
4. Add to center of flour mixture and combine with a fork, mix well.
5. Mixture will be dry in texture.
6. Turn dough onto lighlty floured surface.
7. Quickly knead dough for 10-12 strokes or till nearly smooth.
8. Pat into a 7 circle and cut in 8 wedges.
9. Arrange wedges one inch apart on ungreased sheet.
10. Brush with egg white and sprinkle with sugar.
11. Bake 400 for 12-15 minutes till light brown.
12. Best when served warm.
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