These Pumpkin and Cranberry Scones are a delightful addition to your Thanksgiving spread. With the warm flavors of pumpkin and the tartness of cranberries, they make for a perfect treat to enjoy with your morning coffee or as a festive snack.
The recipe is simple and quick, making it easy to whip up a batch for your holiday gatherings.
Delicious Pumpkin and Cranberry Scones
These scones feature a tender, moist texture with a hint of spice, complemented by sweet dried cranberries. The recipe takes about 30 minutes from start to finish and yields approximately 8 scones, making it an ideal Thanksgiving recipe.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 1/2 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
- 1 tablespoon milk for brushing
- Sugar for sprinkling on top (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Cut in Butter: Add the cold cubed butter to the dry ingredients and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, milk, and egg until smooth.
- Combine Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Gently fold in the cranberries and nuts if using.
- Shape the Scones: Turn the dough onto a floured surface and gently knead a few times. Pat the dough into a circle about 1-inch thick. Cut into wedges or use a round cutter to shape the scones.
- Prepare for Baking: Place the scones on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with milk and sprinkle with sugar if desired.
- Bake: Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the scones are golden brown. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 8 scones
- Calories: 180kcal
- Fat: 7g
- Protein: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
