Description

Fresh Milled Pumpkin Scones with Spiced Pumpkin Drizzle are the ultimate fall treat that combines warmth and comfort in every bite. With their soft, fluffy texture and the delightful aroma of pumpkin and spices, these scones bring the essence of autumn right into your kitchen. Perfect for breakfast, afternoon tea, or a cozy gathering, they can be enjoyed plain or enhanced with a luscious spiced pumpkin drizzle. Whether paired with coffee or served alongside fresh fruit, these scones promise to elevate any occasion this fall season.

Ingredients

Scale

1 3/4 cup fresh milled soft white wheat
1/2 cup sugar
1 tbsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1 1/2 tsp pumpkin spice
1/2 cup pumpkin puree
6 tbsp cold butter, grated
3 tbsp half and half
1 large egg

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, mix together sugar, fresh milled wheat, baking powder, salt, and pumpkin spice.
Grate cold butter into the dry mixture and mix until crumbly.
In another bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, half and half, and egg until smooth.
Combine wet ingredients with dry ingredients gently until just mixed; avoid over-mixing.
On a floured surface, shape the dough into a circle about 1 inch thick and cut into triangles.
Place on the prepared baking sheet and bake for approximately 15 minutes or until golden brown.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 190
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 160mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 25mg

Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating chocolate chips or nuts into the dough. Ensure your butter is very cold for optimal flakiness in the scones. These scones can be frozen for up to three months; simply reheat before serving.