Gingerbread Scones

Warm spice, a soft crumb, and a holiday finish—all baked to perfection in cast iron.

These Gingerbread Scones are a seasonal dream—flavored with brown sugar, molasses, and warm gingerbread spices, then topped with a silky cream cheese frosting. Baked in the Victoria Signature Series 12" Cast Iron Skillet, they rise evenly and develop a perfectly crisp edge, while staying soft and tender inside.

Whether you're serving brunch, sharing over coffee, or gifting something homemade, these scones deliver nostalgic flavor with elevated results.

Total Time: ~40 minutes

• Prep time: 20 minutes

• Bake time: 15–18 minutes

• Cooling + Frosting: ~5–10 minutes

Ingredients

Cream Cheese Frosting

• 8 oz cream cheese, room temperature

• ¼ cup butter, room temperature

• 1½–2 cups powdered sugar (adjust for desired sweetness)

• 1 tsp vanilla bean paste

• 1 tsp gingerbread spice

Gingerbread Scones

• 2½ cups all-purpose flour

• ½ tsp salt

• 1 tbsp baking powder

• 3 tbsp brown sugar

• 2 tsp gingerbread spice

• ½ cup cold butter, grated

• ½ cup milk

• 1 egg

• ¼ cup molasses

Instructions:

Make the Frosting

1. In a bowl, beat cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy.

2. Add powdered sugar, vanilla bean paste, and gingerbread spice.

3. Mix until fluffy and fully combined.

4. Refrigerate until ready to use.

Make the Scones

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C).

2. In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, baking powder, brown sugar, and gingerbread spice.

3. Cut in the grated cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

4. In a small bowl, whisk milk, egg, and molasses together. Add to the flour mixture.

5. Stir until just combined—do not overmix.

6. Transfer dough onto a floured surface and pat into a round, about ½ inch thick.

7. Cut into 8 wedges and arrange them in your Victoria Signature Series Skillet.

8. Bake for 15–18 minutes, until puffed and set.

9. Cool slightly, then frost generously. Top with mini gingerbread cookies or festive decorations if desired.

Serving Idea

Serve warm with spiced tea or holiday lattes for a picture-perfect seasonal moment. These scones also make a stunning edible gift when packaged in a tin.

Recipe by: @chewonthistv