Gingerbread Scones

1. 1

   Combine flour, brown sugar, baking powder, ground ginger, baking soda, cinnamon, and 1/2 tsp salt in a large mixing bowl.

2. 2

   Cut in butter or margarine with a pastry blender until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

3. 3

   Make a well in the center of the mixture.

4. 4

   Stir together egg yolk, molasses, and milk in a small mixing bowl. Add all at once to center of the flour mixture. Stir with a fork till combined-mixture may seem dry.

5. 5

   Turn out dough onto a lightly floured surface. Quickly knead dough for 10-12 strokes or till nearly smooth.

6. 6

   Pat or lightly roll the dough into a 7-inch circle. Cut into 8 wedges. Arrange wedges about 1 inch apart on a ungreased baking sheet.

7. 7

   Brush with egg white and sprinkle with sugar.

8. 8

   Bake in a 400u00b0 oven for 12-15 minutes or until light brown. Serve warm.

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