Cozy Pumpkin Scones with Maple Drizzle

Cozy Pumpkin Scones with Maple Drizzle 🍂

These cozy pumpkin scones are the perfect treat for a crisp fall morning! Made with warm autumn spices and real pumpkin, they're tender, flavorful, and finished with a sweet maple syrup drizzle. This is the kind of simple fall baking that makes home feel extra special.

Making these together with my daughter made this recipe even sweeter. Sometimes the best moments are the simple ones spent in the kitchen, creating memories and enjoying the little things.

Serve these pumpkin scones warm with a cup of coffee or tea for a delicious fall breakfast, brunch, or afternoon treat!🤎

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Servings: 10

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
2½ teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1½ teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup cold butter
⅓ cup heavy cream
1 large egg
½ cup canned pumpkin
½ cup brown sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

For brushing and topping (optional):

A little extra heavy cream
A sprinkle of granulated sugar

For the Maple Glaze

2 tablespoons butter
½ cup maple syrup
1 cup powdered sugar
¼ teaspoon salt

Method

Prepare the oven and baking sheet
Preheat your oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
Mix the dry ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice, and salt until well combined.
Add the butter
Grate the cold butter using a cheese grater and add it to the dry ingredients. Gently mix until the butter is distributed throughout the flour mixture. Grating the butter helps incorporate it evenly and makes the scones tender and flaky.
Mix the wet ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, egg, canned pumpkin, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Combine the dough
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Gently stir until a dough forms. Avoid overmixing, as this can make the scones tough.
Shape and cut the scones
Lightly flour your hands and work surface. Transfer the dough to the floured surface and gently press it out to an even thickness. Use a floured cutter to cut approximately 10 scones.
Place the scones on your prepared baking sheet, leaving a little space between each one.
Add the finishing touches
Lightly brush the tops of the scones with heavy cream and sprinkle with a little granulated sugar, if desired.
Bake
Bake at 400°F for approximately 20 minutes, or until the scones are lightly golden and cooked through. Allow them to cool slightly while you prepare the glaze.
Make the maple glaze
In a small saucepan, melt the butter with the maple syrup over low heat. Remove from the heat and whisk in the powdered sugar and salt until smooth. If the glaze is too thick, gently warm it or adjust the consistency with a tiny splash of maple syrup.
Drizzle and enjoy!
Drizzle the maple glaze over the slightly cooled scones. Let the glaze set for a few minutes, then serve with your favorite cup of coffee or tea.
Tips for the Best Pumpkin Scones
Keep the butter cold. Grating cold butter helps create a tender, flaky texture.
Don’t overwork the dough. Mix just until the ingredients come together.
Let them cool slightly before glazing. This helps the maple glaze stay on top instead of melting completely into the scones.
Make it a family tradition. Invite your kids into the kitchen, put on some cozy music, and enjoy a little fall baking together!
Enjoy these cozy fall pumpkin scones with maple glaze!

Notes

Tips for the Best Pumpkin Scones

Keep the butter cold. Grating cold butter helps create a tender, flaky texture.
Don’t overwork the dough. Mix just until the ingredients come together.
Let them cool slightly before glazing. This helps the maple glaze stay on top instead of melting completely into the scones.
Make it a family tradition. Invite your kids into the kitchen, put on some cozy music, and enjoy a little fall baking together!

Enjoy these cozy fall pumpkin scones with maple glaze!