Description
This easy Pumpkin Scones recipe offers a delightful treat perfect for cozy mornings or afternoon tea. The scones are tender and flaky with a subtle sweetness and warm spices that capture the essence of autumn. They have a soft crumb and a slightly crisp exterior making them a wonderful pastry to enjoy with a cup of coffee or tea. This recipe is simple to make and yields delicious results that bring comfort and seasonal flavor to your table
Ingredients
From 2 ¼ cups flour
¾ cup white sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
¾ cup canned pumpkin
1 egg
1 teaspoon cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground cloves
½ teaspoon nutmeg
½ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
¾ stick cold butter
2 tablespoons milk
½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a cookie sheet with parchment paper. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, pumpkin pie spice, and salt. Add the cold butter and use a pastry cutter or fork to work it into the dry ingredients until the mixture is crumbly with small bits of butter. Stir in the pumpkin, milk, and egg until fully incorporated. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and shape it into a circle. Use a knife or pizza cutter to divide the dough into 8 equal pie-shaped wedges. Place the wedges on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 13-15 minutes, or until the scones are lightly golden brown. Allow them to cool before adding any glaze or toppings.
Notes
Pumpkin scones taste best when not overmixed
Chill dough before baking for flakier texture
Use cold butter for a light crumb
Brush tops with milk for browning
Serve warm for best flavor and softness
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 13-15
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 480