Pumpkin Scones
These pumpkin scones are quick to prepare and feature tender, flaky texture with a golden exterior. Made with pumpkin puree and warm spices, they have a soft crumb and crunchy edges, perfect for fall mornings or cozy afternoons. The recipe involves mixing, folding, shaping, and baking for a warm, aromatic treat.
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Calories: 250kcal
Servings: 8
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour for the dough
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar adds slight sweetness
- 1 tablespoon baking powder for leavening
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon adds warm spice
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg complements pumpkin flavor
- 1/2 teaspoon salt balances flavors
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter cut into cubes, for flaky texture
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree main flavor and moisture
- 1/4 cup cold heavy cream helps bring dough together
- 1 egg large egg for brushing before baking
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar for sprinkling on top
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until well combined.
- Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingertips to cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized pieces.
- Stir in the pumpkin puree until just combined. The dough will be slightly sticky but should hold together.
- Pour in the cold heavy cream and gently fold it into the dough with a spatula until the mixture starts to come together.
- Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead it gently a few times to bring it together into a rough disk.
- Pat the dough into a 1-inch thick circle. Use a sharp knife or pastry cutter to cut the circle into 8 wedges.
- Transfer the wedges to your prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Brush the tops with beaten egg and sprinkle with the sugar.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 14-16 minutes, until the scones are golden brown around the edges and fragrant with spices.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly on a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.
- Enjoy your pumpkin scones with a pat of butter or a drizzle of honey for an extra cozy treat.
Nutrition
Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 200mg | Potassium: 150mg | Sugar: 8g | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 2mg