Description
Savory pumpkin scones are a delightful autumn treat, perfectly blending the warm flavors of pumpkin, cinnamon, and nutmeg into a flaky pastry. Ideal for breakfast or an afternoon snack, these scones are easy to make and pair wonderfully with your favorite warm beverage. Enjoy them fresh out of the oven or reheated; they’re sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (canned or fresh)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add pumpkin puree and gently mix until just combined—do not overwork the dough.
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface and pat into a 1-inch thick circle. Cut into wedges or use cookie cutters for fun shapes.
- Place on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack/Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone (57g)
- Calories: 198
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 135mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 18mg