Gift Jar Gingerbread Scone Mix

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   Prepare the dry mix by combining the flour, sugar, baking powder and spices in a bowl.

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   Cut in the shortening with a pastry blender or 2 knives until the mixture looks like coarse crumbs.

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   Place the dry mix into a small jar.

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   A single batch yields about 1 1/2 cups of dry mix, so pick an appropriately sized jar.

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   Prepare a tag that lists the following ingredients: 1 jar (1 1/2 cups) gingerbread scone mix, then list the wet mix ingredients as noted in the ingredients section.

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   Include the following instructions on the tag and attach to your gift jar: In a medium bowl, empty the contents jar of gingerbread scone mix.

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   In a separate bowl, combine 2 Tbsp milk, 1 Tbsp molasses and 1 beaten egg.

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   Add the wet mix to the dry mix and stir to combine.

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   Turn dough out onto a lightly floured board and knead until the dough is smooth.

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    Roll the dough into a 6 inch circle and cut it into 4 wedges.

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    Place wedges on an ungreased baking sheet.

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    Brush tops with luke warm water and sprinkle with coarse sugar if desired.

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    Bake for 10-12 minutes in a preheated 400 degree oven until scones are slightly browned on top.

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    Remove from oven and cool on a baking rack.

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    Serve.

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    Notes: Gift jars can be stored for up to 6 weeks at room temp or up to 6 months if frozen.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.