Description
Indulge in the warm flavors of Chai Pear Scones, a delightful treat perfect for any time of the day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ripe Bosc pear (peeled and diced)
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter (cubed)
- 3/4 cup buttermilk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and spices. Mix well.
- Add the cold butter to the dry ingredients and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work it into the mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in the diced pear and vanilla extract.
- Pour in the buttermilk and mix gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface and gently pat it into a circle about 1 inch thick. Cut into wedges or rounds.
- Transfer the scones to the prepared baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
- Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your scones warm!
Notes
For best results, ensure your butter is very cold. You can also add a sprinkle of sugar on top before baking for extra sweetness and crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Sugar: 11 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 39 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg
Keywords: Chai Pear Scones, scone recipe, pear dessert, baking, tea time, chai spices