How to Make Spicy Scones - A Step-by-Step Guide

Spicy scones are a unique twist on the traditional scone recipe. These scones are packed with flavor and spice, making them a delicious treat for any time of day. The combination of warm spices and a hint of heat from cayenne pepper give these scones a depth of flavor that will leave you craving more.

Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even a mid-afternoon snack, these spicy scones are sure to become a new favorite in your baking repertoire. The best part? They are incredibly easy to m...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup whole wheat flour
  • ¼ cup white sugar
  • 4 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ⅓ cup margarine, chilled
  • ½ cup currants
  • 1 egg
  • ⅔ cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 2 tablespoons white sugar

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 12 scones

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Grease one baking sheet.
  • Combine the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, white sugar, baking powder, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg and salt in a bowl and mix well. Cut in the butter until crumbly and stir in the raisins. Make a well in the center.
  • In a small bowl beat the egg until frothy. Mix in the milk and pour into the well made in the dry ingredients. Stir to make a soft dough.
  • Turn dough out on to a lightly floured surface. Knead gently 8 to 10 times. Pat dough into two 6 inch circles and transfer to the prepared baking sheet. Brush tops with milk and sprinkle with sugar. Score each top into 6 pie shaped wedges.
  • Bake at 425 degrees F (220 degrees C) for 15 minutes or until well risen and browned. Serve hot with butter. Maple butter goes very well with these scones.
  • Nutrition

    174 cal.

    • Total Fat: 6g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 17mg
    • Sodium: 331mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 28g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 11g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 126mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 140mg