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Pumpkin Scones Recipe

Delicious Pumpkin Scones Recipe Perfect for Cozy Mornings

This Pumpkin Scones Recipe combines pumpkin puree with spices for a cozy breakfast treat. Perfect for autumn mornings!
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 scones
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

For the Scone Base
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour gluten-free variant possible
  • 1 tbsp baking powder must be fresh
  • 0.5 tsp salt for flavor
  • 0.5 tsp baking soda to work with buttermilk
  • 2 tsp pumpkin pie spices or pre-mixed spice
  • 0.25 cup light brown sugar or granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cup cold unsalted butter can use plant-based
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree 100% pure canned
  • 0.5 cup buttermilk or milk and vinegar
  • 1 large egg flax egg or applesauce for egg-free
For the Optional Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar sift for smoothness
  • 2 tbsp additional pumpkin puree 100% pure canned
  • 2 tbsp milk any type preferred
  • 0.5 tsp ground cinnamon optional

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Pastry Cutter
  • sharp knife
  • Baking sheet
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, baking soda, and pumpkin pie spices until well combined.
  2. Use a pastry cutter to cut in the chilled, cubed unsalted butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Stir in the light brown sugar, creating a sweet, spiced base.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix together the pumpkin puree, buttermilk, and eggs, then gently fold into the dry ingredients until just combined.
  5. Lightly flour your work surface and turn the dough out onto it.
  6. Gently knead the dough a few times to bring it together, shape it into a circle about 1 inch thick.
  7. Using a knife or bench scraper, cut the circle into wedges, then transfer them to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  8. Chill the formed scones in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
  9. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  10. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes until lightly golden on top and firm to the touch.
  11. While the scones cool, whisk together the glaze ingredients in a small bowl.
  12. Once cooled, drizzle the glaze over each scone.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sconeCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients and avoid overmixing to keep scones tender.

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