Easy Pumpkin Scones recipe made with pumpkin, cinnamon, brown sugar and butter. Soft & sweet pumpkin scones that are perfect for Fall.
I never order scones from a restaurant simply because they’re so dang delicious straight from the oven, I haven’t tried one that even compares! Most restaurant scones are cold, hard and crumbly. These homemade scones are completely opposite- they’re soft, moist and flavorful with just the perfect amount of sweetness.
What are Scones?
What are Scones?Scones are like homemade biscuits, only sweeter. They usually have some type of glaze topping and most are flavored in some way.
What ingredients do you need to make scones?
What ingredients do you need to make scones?To make pumpkin scones, you’ll need:
–flour
–brown sugar
–baking powder and salt
–spices- you’ll need cinnamon and ground cloves
–cold butter
–pure pack pumpkin
–milk
How do you make pumpkin scones?
How do you make pumpkin scones?It’s so easy to make scones! First, you’ll combine all the dry ingredients, then cut in the cold butter using forks, knives or a pastry cutter. You can grate the butter instead- you just have to be quick since it’ll begin melting as you hold it.
Add pumpkin and milk, then knead with your hands or a wooden spoon until dough forms.
Spray the countertop with non-stick spray, then place dough on top and pat it into an 8-9 inch circle.
Cut circle into fourths, then cut each wedge into thirds for 12 total wedges.
Arrange wedges on a parchment lined baking tray. Bake for 14-16 minutes.
Let cool for 5-10 minutes, then drizzle with vanilla glaze and enjoy!
What Pumpkin to use in Scone recipe
What Pumpkin to use in Scone recipeMake sure you use pure pack pumpkin (plain pumpkin puree) in this scone recipe, and not pumpkin pie filling.
How to make Vanilla Glaze
How to make Vanilla GlazeMy basic vanilla glaze has just 3 ingredients… and one is hot water! It’s so simple to make. All you do is whisk together powdered sugar, vanilla extract and hot water. The mixture should be thin enough to drizzle, but not too thin where it’ll run off the scone. If it’s too thin, add a few more tablespoons on powdered sugar. If it’s too thick, add more hot water a teaspoon at a time.
What to Serve with Pumpkin Scones
Scones are delightful served as breakfast, brunch or dessert. I love serving mine with sliced peaches or other fruit, and maybe even some slices of bacon to balance the sweet with some savory.
Easy Pumpkin Scones
Easy Pumpkin Scones recipe made with pumpkin, cinnamon, brown sugar and butter. Soft & sweet pumpkin scones that are perfect for Fall.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 12
Calories: 213kcal
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 TBSP baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp ground cloves
- 1/2 cup butter
- 3/4 cup canned pumpkin
- 1/2 cup milk
Easy Vanilla Glaze
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1-2 TBSP hot water
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 425ºLine a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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In a large bowl combine flour, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, salt and cloves.
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Cut in butter with pastry blender or 2 knives until mixture is crumbly.
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Add pumpkin and milk to flour mixture. Mix just until dough forms.
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Knead dough gently on floured surface 10 to 12 times. Pat dough into one 8-inch circle; cut into fourths. Cut each quarter into thirds, to make 12 wedges.
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Place wedges 2 inches apart on un-greased baking sheet.
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Bake for 14-16 minutes, or until they’re lightly golden.
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Remove scones to a cooling rack; cool slightly.
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Drizzle with vanilla glaze and serve warm. Enjoy!
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 213kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 21mg | Sodium: 173mg | Potassium: 180mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 2636IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 71mg | Iron: 2mg
Can you freeze scones?
Yes, you can freeze scones either before or after they’ve been baked. If you want to freeze them before baking, just place them on the parchment lined tray, then set the whole tray in the freezer until dough is solid. Transfer frozen scone dough wedges to an airtight container. Scones can be frozen up to 2 months. To bake, set scones on tray and let thaw completely before baking, which takes about 1 hour.
To freeze baked scones, placed cooled pastries in an airtight container. Freeze for up to 1 month. Scones can be reheated in the microwave.
Easy Pumpkin Scones recipe made with pumpkin, cinnamon, brown sugar and butter. Soft & sweet pumpkin scones that are perfect for Fall.
