Pumpkin Scones with Maple Glaze
These pumpkin scones are tender, flaky baked treats made with pumpkin puree and warm spices, shaped into individual portions, and topped with a glossy maple glaze. They have a golden-brown exterior with a moist, crumbly interior accented by cinnamon, nutmeg, and a hint of sweetness from maple syrup.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Baking sheet
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour sifted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter cold, cubed
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 egg large egg
- 1 cup powdered sugar for glaze
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sifted flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Cut the cold butter into small cubes and add to the flour mixture. Using a pastry cutter or your fingertips, cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in the pumpkin puree and maple syrup until just combined; the dough will be slightly shaggy but hold together.
- In a small bowl, whisk the egg and then add it to the dough, mixing gently until the dough comes together.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead it a few times to shape into a disc about 1 inch thick.
- Cut the disc into 8 wedges using a sharp knife or bench scraper. Place the wedges on the prepared baking sheet, spaced evenly apart.
- Bake the scones in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and they sound hollow when tapped.
- While the scones bake, prepare the glaze by whisking together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and thick.
- Once baked, remove the scones from the oven and let them cool slightly on a rack for about 5 minutes.
- Drizzle the warm scones with the maple glaze, allowing it to set slightly before serving.
- Serve the pumpkin scones warm or at room temperature, enjoying their flaky texture and flavorful spice aroma.
