Pear and Ginger Scones

Method

Make it happen

1. 01

   Heat oven to 200°C fan and line a large tray. Mix flour, baking powder and the sugar in a bowl. Rub in the cold butter until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.

2. 02

   Fold the pear and both forms of ginger into the flour mixture before adding milk.

3. 03

   Add the milk and mix just until a soft dough forms; do not overwork it.

4. 04

   Pat out to about 2.5 cm thick on a lightly floured surface. Stamp out 8 scones with a floured cutter, pressing straight down; gather scraps gently.

5. 05

   Brush the tops with a little milk. Bake for 15–18 minutes until risen, golden and cooked through. Cool briefly on a rack.