Maple Pumpkin Scones
Indulge in the warm flavors of fall with these Maple Pumpkin Scones. Perfectly moist and drizzled with a sweet maple glaze, each scone offers a delightful balance of pumpkin spice and sweetness. Ideal for Thanksgiving gatherings or as a comforting treat with your morning coffee, these scones are sure to impress your family and friends.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted cold butter (cubed)
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for the glaze)
- 2 tablespoons milk or cream (for the glaze)
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, and salt.
- Cut in cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in pumpkin puree and maple syrup until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- On a floured surface, knead gently and shape into a circle about 1 inch thick. Cut into wedges.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown. Cool slightly before glazing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg