Description
Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with these Gluten Free Pumpkin Scones. These delightful scones are light, fluffy, and infused with warm spices and sweet pumpkin. Topped with a luscious pumpkin spice glaze, they are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon treat. Easy to prepare, these scones make a wonderful addition to any gathering—be it Thanksgiving or a simple weekend brunch. Enjoy them warm with your favorite beverage or paired with fresh fruit for a nourishing snack.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups gluten-free flour blend
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (cold and cut into cubes)
- ½ cup light brown sugar (packed)
- ½ cup half-and-half
- ½ cup canned pumpkin puree
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- ⅛ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1 tablespoon milk or heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour blend, baking powder, pumpkin pie spice, and salt.
- Cut cold butter into the dry mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- In another bowl, mix light brown sugar, half-and-half, pumpkin puree, and vanilla extract; gently fold into the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Shape the dough into a disc on the prepared baking sheet and cut into wedges.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes until lightly browned. Cool slightly before drizzling with glaze.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone (70g)
- Calories: 205
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg