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Pumpkin Scones

Delicious Pumpkin Scones Perfect for Cozy Mornings

These Pumpkin Scones are a delightful treat perfect for cozy mornings, combining seasonal flavors and quick preparation.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 43 minutes
Servings: 6 scones
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Scones
  • 2.25 cups All-purpose flour Essential for structure and fluffiness.
  • ⅓ cup Brown sugar Adds caramel-like sweetness.
  • 2 tablespoon White sugar Balances flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon Infuses warmth.
  • 0.25 teaspoon Ground cloves Provides depth of flavor.
  • 0.25 teaspoon Ground ginger Adds zing.
  • 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg Enhances aroma.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking soda Helps scones rise.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Baking powder Works with baking soda.
  • 0.25 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness.
  • 0.5 cup Unsalted butter Cold and diced.
  • 0.5 cup Pumpkin puree Brings moisture.
  • 0.25 cup Cold milk Adds richness.
  • 1 Cold egg Provides moisture.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Enhances flavor.
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered sugar Creates sweet glaze.
  • 2-3 tablespoon Heavy cream Thins glaze.
  • 1 tablespoon Powdered sugar For spiced glaze.
  • 0.25 teaspoon Pumpkin puree For spiced glaze.
  • 0.25 teaspoon Pumpkin pie spice Enhances glaze flavor.

Equipment

  • oven
  • Mixing Bowls
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Whisk
  • pastry cutter

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, cold milk, egg, and vanilla. Chill.
  3. In another bowl, mix all-purpose flour, brown sugar, white sugar, spices, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Cut in cold butter until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  5. Pour wet mixture into dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
  6. Shape dough into a rectangle about 1 inch thick.
  7. Cut dough into squares or wedges and place on baking sheet.
  8. Bake for 17-18 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Cool on a rack for 10 minutes.
  10. Mix powdered sugar and cream for the glaze until smooth.
  11. Glaze each scone and allow to set.
  12. For spiced glaze, mix additional ingredients and pipe over scones.
  13. Allow spiced glaze to set for 15-20 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sconeCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 1000IUCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill ingredients and don’t overmix for the best texture. Adjust spices per your taste.

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