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Pumpkin Scones

Homemade Pumpkin Scones for a Cozy Fall Morning

Delight in the warm aroma and cozy flavors of these pumpkin scones, perfect for a budget-friendly fall treat.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Chilling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 58 minutes
Servings: 6 scones
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

For the Scone Base
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour or whole-wheat flour
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder check expiration date
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda
  • 1 tbsp Cinnamon freshly ground
  • 1 tsp Cloves or to taste
  • 1 tsp Ginger or to taste
  • 1 tsp Nutmeg or to taste
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar can decrease for lower sweetness
For the Wet Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup Cold Butter cubed
  • 1 cup Canned Pumpkin Puree not pumpkin pie filling
  • 1/4 cup Milk non-dairy alternatives work
  • 1 large Egg or applesauce for vegan
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar sifted
  • 2 tbsp Heavy Cream or milk for lighter version

Equipment

  • oven
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Pastry Cutter
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper.
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  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the cold pumpkin puree, milk, beaten egg, and a splash of vanilla extract until smooth.
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  3. In a large bowl, mix the flour, both sugars, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and spices until well combined.
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  4. Add cold, cubed butter to the dry mixture and cut in until it resembles coarse crumbs.
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  5. Gently pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined to form a slightly sticky dough.
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  6. Turn the dough onto a floured surface, shape into an 8x5 inch rectangle, and cut into six equal pieces.
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  7. Place scones on a baking sheet, spaced 2 inches apart, and chill in the fridge if desired.
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  8. Bake the scones for 17-18 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
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  9. Cool on a wire rack and drizzle glaze made from powdered sugar and heavy cream over the scones.
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Nutrition

Serving: 1sconeCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 1800IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Keep ingredients cold for best results, avoid overmixing, and feel free to customize flavors.

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