Lemon Ginger Apple Scones

Preparación

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.

2. 2

   In a large bowl, combine the pastry flour, sugar, and baking powder. Mix well.

3. 3

   Add the margarine to the dry ingredients. Using your fingertips, rub the margarine into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse breadcrumbs.

4. 4

   Stir in the lemon zest, grated ginger, and diced apple.

5. 5

   In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, and lemon juice.

6. 6

   Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture. Gently mix with a spatula or fork until just combined. Do not overmix; the dough should be slightly sticky.

7. 7

   Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Pat it into a round disc about

8. 8

   5 cm (1 inch) thick.

9. 9

   Cut the dough into 8 wedges and place them on the prepared baking tray, leaving space between each scone.