Pumpkin Scones with Maple Brown Sugar Icing
Pumpkin scones became popular in Australia after they were served at a famous coffee chain.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Pumpkin Puree
- 1 stick Butter
- 1/2 cup Sugar
- 1 Egg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 2 cup All-Purpose Flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1/4 cup Milk
- 1 cup Powdered Sugar
- 2 tablespoon Maple Syrup
- 1/4 cup Brown Sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg, pumpkin puree, and vanilla extract, and mix until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, and mix until just combined.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently until it comes together.
- Pat the dough into a 1-inch thick circle and cut into 8 wedges.
- Transfer the scones to the prepared baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.
- While the scones are cooling, prepare the maple brown sugar icing by whisking together the powdered sugar, maple syrup, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Drizzle the icing over the cooled scones and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 320kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 12g19%
- Total Carbohydrate 50g17%
- Sugars 26g
- Protein 4g8%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.