Description
Deliciously fluffy pumpkin scones that capture the essence of fall, perfect for cozy mornings or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 1–2 tablespoons milk (for glaze)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg until well combined.
- Cut in the cold, cubed butter until it resembles pebbly crumbs.
- Mix the pumpkin puree, milk, and vanilla extract in another bowl.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined.
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface, lightly knead, and pat into a circle about 1-inch thick. Slice into 8 wedges.
- Transfer the wedges onto a lined baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
- While they bake, combine powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract for the glaze.
- Drizzle the glaze over scones once cooled slightly.
Notes
For variations, consider adding chocolate chips, dried cranberries, maple syrup, or adjusting spices to your preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: pumpkin scones, fall recipes, baking, cozy treats