Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Glazed Pumpkin Scones, a delightful autumn treat that is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack. These scones are moist and tender, infused with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, and topped with a sweet vanilla glaze and a spiced pumpkin drizzle that adds a festive touch. Easy to prepare with common ingredients, these scones not only taste amazing but also look stunning on any table. Treat yourself and your loved ones to this cozy recipe that captures the essence of fall in every bite.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (very cold)
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/4 cup whole milk
- Powdered sugar for glazes
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and salt.
- Cut in cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Mix pumpkin puree and milk; add to dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- On a floured surface, knead dough gently and shape into an 8-inch round about 3/4-inch thick.
- Cut into wedges and transfer to the prepared sheet.
- Bake for 15–18 minutes or until lightly golden; cool on wire rack.
- Prepare glazes while cooling: whisk powdered sugar with milk and vanilla for vanilla glaze; mix powdered sugar with pumpkin puree and cinnamon for spiced drizzle.
- Once cooled, glaze scones and let set before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 225
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg