Description
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Scones are the ultimate fall delight, combining the warm, comforting flavors of pumpkin and spices with rich semi-sweet chocolate chips. Perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack, these scones feature a tender crumb and a delightful balance of sweetness and spice, making them an irresistible treat for any cozy gathering. Whether paired with your morning coffee or enjoyed as a leisurely afternoon snack, these scones are sure to bring a touch of seasonal warmth to your table.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, very cold and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
- 1/2 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves.
- Add cold butter cubes and cut into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- In a separate bowl, mix pumpkin puree, heavy cream, and vanilla extract.
- Pour wet ingredients into the dry mixture and stir until just combined; fold in chocolate chips.
- Shape dough into an 8-inch round disc on the prepared sheet and cut into 8 wedges.
- Bake for 18-22 minutes until golden brown; cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg