Healthy Pumpkin Scones Recipe (With a Vanilla Glaze)
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Healthy Pumpkin Scones Recipe (With a Vanilla Glaze)
Description
The Healthy Pumpkin Scones recipe uses fresh pumpkin that is steamed, mashed, then gently heated to remove excess moisture for a firm but tender dough. Combined with self-rising flour, baking soda, dark brown sugar, and a blend of pumpkin pie spices, the dough achieves a slightly sticky, crumbly texture thanks to cold butter incorporated until resembling coarse breadcrumbs. After mixing in yogurt, egg, and vanilla, the dough is formed into a disc, cut into triangles, and baked to produce soft, flaky scones. A simple glaze of powdered sugar and milk is drizzled on top to enhance the flavor without overpowering the pumpkin and spices.
These scones offer a spiced and lightly sweetened treat ideal for breakfast or afternoon snacks. The careful moisture removal from the pumpkin ensures the dough holds shape and bakes evenly, while the use of cold butter creates flaky layers. The vanilla glaze adds a gentle sweetness with a smooth finish.
For best results, the dough should not be overworked and can be chilled before baking to help develop a tender crumb. Clean, straight cuts through the dough maintain well-defined scone edges that bake evenly. Using homemade pumpkin pie spice gives control over the spice balance.
Ingredients
- 300 grams pumpkin washed and cubed (see note 1)
- 250 grams flour self-rising
- 5 grams baking soda
- 30 grams butter cold or frozen (see note 4)
- 45 grams sugar dark brown
- 5 grams pumpkin pie spice (see note 2)
- 60 grams yogurt plain, Greek
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
For The Glaze:
- 25 grams powdered sugar
- 15 ml milk
Instructions
- To prepare the pumpkin, place cubed pumpkin into a shallow, heatproof microwave-safe dish. Cover and steam for 4-5 minutes until tender. Allow to cool slightly and mash with a fork until smooth.
- Place the mashed pumpkin into a saucepan and heat it on medium heat for 5 minutes, stirring continuously. (This helps to remove any excess moisture). Set aside and allow to cool completely before using.
- Combine flour, baking soda, sugar, butter and pumpkin pie spice in a food processor and pulse to combine. The mixture should resemble coarse breadcrumbs. Place the mixture into a large bowl. Alternatively, you can do this step manually using a pastry cutter.
- In a separate bowl, combine the pumpkin, yogurt, egg and vanilla.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until the mixture comes together. (see note 3)
- Place the pumpkin scone dough onto a prepared baking sheet (lined with parchment paper) and shape it into a disc.
- Cut the dough into eight even triangles and place them in the refrigerator while your oven heats up. (see note 5 & 6)
- Preheat your oven to 200 deg C (400 F) and bake for 20 minutes until golden brown. Drizzle the glaze when scones have cooled.
- Combine the powdered sugar and milk to form a thick paste and drizzle over cooled scones.
Notes
- Use freshly steamed and thoroughly drained pumpkin for ideal dough consistency; canned puree can be used but requires moisture adjustment.
- Keep butter cold or frozen before mixing to create a crumbly texture that yields flaky scones.
- Do not knead the dough excessively; mix until just combined to avoid tough scones.
- Chilling the dough before baking helps produce a tender, flaky texture.
- Make clean, straight cuts with a sharp knife to keep scone edges neat and prevent crumbling.
- Homemade pumpkin pie spice allows adjusting spices to taste.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8scones
Amount Per Serving
Calories 201 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1scone | |
| Calories | 201kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 36g | 12% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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