Pumpkin Scones: Easy and Delicious Treats for Autumn Mornings
Enjoy the warm and comforting flavors of pumpkin in these easy scones, perfect for autumn mornings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 8 scones 1x
- Category: Baked Goods
- 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 cold butter, cubed
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and spices.
- Add the cold butter and mix until crumbly.
- Stir in the pumpkin, cream, and vanilla until just combined.
- Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and gently knead.
- Shape the dough into a circle about 1 inch thick and cut into wedges.
- Place on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden.
Notes
- Serve warm with butter or cream cheese.
- These scones freeze well for up to two months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Pumpkin Scones, Autumn Treats, Fall Recipes