2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup cold unsalted butter
1/2 cup pumpkin puree
1/4 cup milk
1 egg
For the glaze: 1 cup powdered sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon milk
Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C). Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until well combined.
Add Butter: Cut your cold butter into small cubes and add it to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to incorporate the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Add Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, combine pumpkin puree, milk, and egg. Stir until well mixed, then add this to the flour mixture. Gently mix until just combined—don’t overwork the dough!
Shape the Dough: Turn the dough out onto a floured surface. Pat it into a round disc about 1-inch thick. Use a sharp knife to cut the disc into 8 wedges or use a round cutter for a traditional scone shape.
Bake: Place the shaped scones on the prepared baking sheet with some space in between. Bake them for 15-20 minutes or until they are golden brown.
Prepare the Glaze: While the scones bake, whisk together the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk in a bowl until smooth. Adjust the consistency by adding more milk or sugar as needed.
Glaze the Scones: Once baked, remove the scones from the oven and allow them to cool for a few minutes. Drizzle the spiced glaze over the warm scones, letting it cascade joyfully.
Serve & Enjoy: These scones are best enjoyed warm on the day of baking. Pair them with your favorite beverage and take a moment to relish their flavor!
