Description
Deliciously tender pumpkin scones drizzled with a rich maple glaze, perfect for autumn gatherings.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- A pinch of salt
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup cold unsalted butter, diced
- 1 cup pure pumpkin puree
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 2–3 tablespoons pure maple syrup (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Stir in the sugar until well combined.
- Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- In another bowl, mix the pumpkin puree, heavy cream, and vanilla extract. Pour into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and shape it into a disc about 1-inch thick. Cut into wedges or use a round cutter.
- Place the scones on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 18-20 minutes until golden brown.
- For the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar and maple syrup until smooth.
- Drizzle the glaze over cooled scones and enjoy!
Notes
For a healthier option, consider using whole wheat flour or a gluten-free blend. Allow the dough to rest briefly before baking for best results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: pumpkin scones, maple glaze, fall recipes, breakfast treat, autumn baking