Description
These flaky Savory Pumpkin Scones combine buttery, cheesy flavors with the subtle earthiness of pumpkin and sage, making them a perfect autumn appetizer or accompaniment to soups.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp sage or thyme
Wet Ingredients
- 6 tbsp cold butter, cubed
- ½ cup pumpkin purée
- ¼ cup buttermilk
- ½ cup shredded sharp cheddar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it reaches the proper temperature for baking the scones.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and sage or thyme until evenly distributed.
- Cut in the butter: Add the cubed cold butter to the dry mixture. Using a fork or pastry cutter, cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs—this will help create flaky layers in the scones.
- Add wet ingredients and cheese: Stir in the pumpkin purée, buttermilk, and shredded cheddar cheese until a dough begins to form.
- Shape the dough: Turn the dough onto a floured surface and gently pat it into a disc about 1-inch thick. Be careful not to overwork the dough to keep it tender.
- Cut the scones: Using a sharp knife, cut the disc into 8 equal wedges to form the scones.
- Bake: Place the wedges on a baking sheet and bake for 18–20 minutes or until the scones are golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve warm: Enjoy the scones warm, optionally topped with butter or served alongside your favorite soup.
Notes
- Serve warm with butter or alongside your favorite soup for a cozy meal.
- Add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the dough for a subtle spicy kick.
- Use cold butter and minimal mixing to ensure flaky texture.
- Substitute sage with thyme if preferred for slightly different herbal notes.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 20 min
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
