Heavenly Pumpkin Scones: Easy, Cozy Fall Treats to Indulge In
Indulge in these delightful Heavenly Pumpkin Scones that capture the essence of fall with every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 8 scones 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, spices, and salt.
- Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- In another bowl, combine the pumpkin, egg, and vanilla. Stir into the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface and gently knead it a few times. Pat into a circle about 1 inch thick.
- Cut into wedges and place on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding chocolate chips or nuts.
- Serve warm with butter or cream cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: pumpkin scones, fall treats, cozy recipes