Imagine biting into a warm, tender scone that perfectly captures the essence of fall - crisp edges, soft interior, and a delightful blend of pumpkin and white chocolate that will make your taste buds dance! These White Chocolate Pumpkin Scones are not just a recipe; they're a seasonal experience that transforms your ordinary breakfast or afternoon tea into a gourmet moment of pure bliss. Whether you're a baking novice or a seasoned pro, this recipe promises to deliver bakery-quality scones right from your own kitchen.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 8 scones
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon until well combined.
- Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, cut the cold butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized butter pieces.
- Add the pumpkin puree and heavy cream to the dry ingredients. Gently mix with a fork or spatula until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Fold in the white chocolate chips, distributing them evenly throughout the dough.
- Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and gently pat into a circular shape about 1-inch thick.
- Using a sharp knife, cut the circle into 8 equal wedges, separating them slightly on the baking sheet.
- Optional: Brush the top of each scone with additional heavy cream for a golden finish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- For an optional glaze, mix powdered sugar with a little milk or cream and drizzle over the cooled scones.
Tips
- Keep your butter COLD - this is crucial for achieving those flaky, tender layers that make scones extraordinary.
- Don't overwork the dough; mix just until ingredients are combined to ensure a light texture.
- Use a sharp knife when cutting your scone wedges for clean, even shapes.
- For an extra golden finish, brush the tops with heavy cream before baking.
- Let scones cool slightly before adding any glaze to prevent immediate absorption.
- These scones freeze beautifully - prepare the dough, freeze unbaked, and bake directly from frozen, adding 2-3 extra minutes to baking time.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 38g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 11g
Cholesterol: 45mg
