Moist Spiced Apple Scones

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   Preheat oven to 375 degrees; spray a large cookie sheet with nonstick.

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   cooking spray.

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   In a medium bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger and salt; mix well.

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   Using a pastry blender or fork, cut in the margarine until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

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   Stir in the apples.

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   In a small bowl, combine the applesauce, buttermilk and egg; mix well.

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   Add to the dry ingredients; stir just until moistened.

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   The dough will be sticky.

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   Place the dough on the cookie sheet.

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    With wet fingers, shape it into an 8-inch circle about 3/4-inch thick.

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    In a small bowl, combine sugar and cinnamon; sprinkle over the top of the dough.

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    With a sharp knife, score the top surface into 8 wedges, cutting about 1/4-inch deep.

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    Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

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    Cut into wedges.

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    Serve warm.

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    Nutrition Analysis: 240 calories, 4g protein, 45g carbohydrate, 4g fat,.

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    27mg cholesterol, 170mg sodium, 2 g fiber.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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