Pumpkin Scones: Easy Delight for Cozy Fall Mornings
These pumpkin scones are a delightful addition to your fall mornings, offering a perfect blend of spices and sweetness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 8 scones 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 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
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 3/4 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and spices.
- Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- In another bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, heavy cream, and egg.
- Fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and gently knead a few times. Pat into a circle about 1 inch thick.
- Cut into wedges and place on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until lightly golden.
Notes
- Serve warm with butter or cream cheese.
- Add chocolate chips for extra sweetness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Pumpkin Scones, Fall Recipes, Cozy Treats