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Spiced Pumpkin Scones with Sweet Vanilla Glaze Recipe

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  • Author: Amina
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 12 scones

Description

Cozy Spiced Pumpkin Scones drizzled with a sweet vanilla glaze perfect for fall breakfasts or brunches. These tender, flaky scones combine warm pumpkin pie spices with moist pumpkin puree and flaky butter layers, topped with a silky vanilla glaze that elevates these scones to bakery-worthy treats.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 4 cups all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 4 tablespoons baking powder
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 2 to 2½ teaspoons pumpkin pie spice, divided

Wet Ingredients

  • 1¼ cups cold unsalted butter, cubed
  • 1¾ cups pumpkin puree
  • 7 tablespoons cold heavy cream, divided
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract, divided

Glaze Ingredients

  • 6 tablespoons cold heavy cream, divided
  • 2 cups confectioners’ sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and 2 teaspoons of pumpkin pie spice until evenly combined.
  3. Incorporate Butter: Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry mixture and use a pastry blender or two forks to cut it in until the texture resembles coarse crumbs, which ensures flaky scones.
  4. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix pumpkin puree, 6 tablespoons of heavy cream, beaten egg, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth.
  5. Form Dough: Gradually stir the wet mixture into dry ingredients using a fork until a rough dough forms. Add an extra tablespoon of cream if the dough feels too dry.
  6. Shape and Chill: Turn dough onto a floured surface and knead gently until it holds together. Pat it into a 1-inch thick circle. Cut into 12 wedges and place on the prepared baking sheet. Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to firm up.
  7. Prepare for Baking: After chilling, brush scone tops with the remaining 1 tablespoon of cream and sprinkle with the remaining ½ teaspoon of pumpkin pie spice for extra flavor and browning.
  8. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes or until scones are golden on top. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Make Glaze: While scones cool, whisk together confectioners’ sugar, remaining 6 tablespoons heavy cream, and remaining 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth. Adjust cream quantity if needed to reach desired consistency.
  10. Glaze and Serve: Drizzle the vanilla glaze over cooled scones and allow it to set for about 10 minutes before serving for the best texture and presentation.

Notes

  • Keep butter as cold as possible to achieve flaky scones.
  • Do not overwork the dough to maintain tender texture.
  • Use extra flour to manage sticky dough while shaping.
  • Chilling helps scones keep shape and rise better during baking.
  • Use a sharp knife for clean, even cuts.
  • Let scones cool before glazing to prevent melting glaze.
  • Adjust glaze thickness by varying cream amount.
  • Optional: Sprinkle a pinch of pumpkin pie spice over the glaze before it sets for extra fall flavor.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast Recipes
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://aminabakes.com/spiced-pumpkin-scones-with-sweet-vanilla-glaze-recipe/