The autumn season always niggles my cravings for warm spices, especially in the morning when I need an extra kick to crawl out of a cozy bed. These vegan scones are studded with crystallized ginger, which gives my tongue a sweet zing and enlivens the start of my day.

Ginger Raisin Scones

Yields 8

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon ground flax
• 3 tablespoons warm water
• 1 cup all purpose flour
• 1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup warm coconut oil
• 2 tablespoons dairy-free milk
• 3/4 cup raisins
• 3 tablespoons minced crystallized ginger

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2. In a small bowl, stir together flax and water. Set aside.
3. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and sugar.
4. In a second small bowl, whisk together coconut oil and milk. Whisk in flax mixture.
5. Add coconut oil mixture to flour mixture and stir until well combined.
6. Divide dough into 8 portions and form into disks. Place on a baking sheet.
7. Bake for 15 minutes or until golden. Let cool on the pan for 5 minutes then serve warm.

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