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Pumpkin Scones

Pumpkin Scones
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Warm up your kitchen this fall with these delightful Pumpkin Scones! Soft, flaky, and infused with the cozy spices of autumn, these scones are perfect for breakfast, afternoon tea, or a sweet treat. Each bite is a celebration of pumpkin goodness, finished with a light vanilla glaze that adds just the right touch of sweetness. Whether you enjoy them alone or topped with your favorite spread, these scones are sure to become a seasonal favorite in your home. Easy to prepare and versatile enough for any occasion, they’re the ultimate baked good for sharing with family and friends.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1/2 cup very cold salted butter, diced
  • 3/4 cup pumpkin purée
  • 1/3 cup buttermilk (or milk), plus extra for brushing
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • For the glaze: 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 to 3 teaspoons buttermilk (or milk)
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • optional: 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon, ginger or cardamom

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice, and salt.
  3. Cut in the cold butter until the mixture is crumbly.
  4. Add pumpkin purée, buttermilk, and vanilla extract; mix until just combined.
  5. Turn dough onto a floured surface and shape it into an 8-inch circle; cut into wedges.
  6. Freeze for 15 minutes before baking to enhance texture.
  7. Brush scones with buttermilk and bake for 13-15 minutes until golden.
  8. Cool slightly before drizzling with glaze.

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