Pumpkin Scones
These pumpkin spice scones are the perfect fall treat. Inspired by Starbucks they are a tender and flaky pastry with plenty of pumpkin flavor, a golden top and spiced glaze!
Ingredients
For the Scones:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- 1 Tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon Kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon cloves
- ¼ teaspoon ginger
- 6 Tablespoons butter , cut into small pieces
- ½ cup pumpkin puree
- 3 Tablespoons milk
- 1 large egg
For the Spiced Glaze:
- 2 cups + 6 Tablespoons powdered sugar
- 4 Tablespoons milk
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- pinch of nutmeg, ginger and cloves
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F and prepare a baking sheet by lining with parchment.
- Dry ingredients. Whisk together 2 cups flour, 1/3 cup sugar, 1 Tablespoon baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg, 1/4 teaspoon cloves and 1/4 teaspoon ginger in a medium-sized bowl. Using a pastry blender or two knives, cut in the 6 Tablespoons butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Wet ingredients. In a large measuring cup, mix together 3 Tablespoons milk, 1/2 cup pumpkin and 1 egg. Then add the pumpkin mixture to the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Form scones. Pat the dough out on a lightly floured surface to form a rectangle that is roughly 4 inches by 12 inches. Cut the dough into thirds to form three 4 inch by 4 inch squares, then cut an X in each of the squares to form 4 triangular scones.
- Bake. Move the scones to the prepared baking sheet and bake for 14-16 minutes, or until lightly browned on the bottom. Remove from the oven and move to a cooling rack. Allow to cool completely.
- Glaze. While the scones are cooling, make the glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar, milk and spices. Drizzle the spiced glaze over the scones.
Notes
- Before drizzling with glaze, set the cooling rack on top of the baking sheet with parchment paper. Any drips from the glaze will fall onto the parchment paper, allowing for easier clean up.
- I added the glaze to a plastic zippered bag and snipped off the corner, then drizzled.
Nutrition
Serving: 1scone, Calories: 241kcal, Carbohydrates: 43g, Protein: 3g, Fat: 6g, Saturated Fat: 4g, Cholesterol: 33mg, Sodium: 160mg, Potassium: 164mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 26g, Vitamin A: 1806IU, Vitamin C: 1mg, Calcium: 66mg, Iron: 1mg
Nutrition provided is an estimate. It will vary based on specific ingredients used.
