Savory Pumpkin Ginger Scones: A Delicious Fall Treat

Ingredients

• 2 cups of versatile all-purpose flour
• ⅓ cup of rich brown sugar
• A dash of aromatic baking powder
• A pinch of baking soda
• Delicate notes of ground ginger
• Fragrant ground cinnamon
• A hint of pumpkin pie spice
• A sprinkle of salt
• A touch of ground nutmeg
• ½ cup of unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
• ⅓ cup of plump raisins, for an optional fruity burst
• ¼ cup of finely chopped toasted pecans, for an optional nutty crunch
• ½ cup of smooth pure pumpkin puree
• ⅓ cup of creamy buttermilk, or more if required
• 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract for a depth of flavor
• For the Egg Wash:
• 1 large egg
• 1 tablespoon of milk
• A sprinkle of coarse sugar, as desired
• For the Icing:
• ½ cup of powdered sugar, or to taste
• 2 tablespoons of milk for a creamy texture
• 1 tablespoon of rich molasses for depth
• A touch of ground ginger
• A hint of ground cinnamon

Step 1

Begin by preheating your oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) and preparing a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice, salt, and nutmeg. Use a pastry blender or fork to blend in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add in raisins and pecans for a flavorful touch.

Step 3

In another bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, buttermilk, and vanilla extract. Gently fold this wet mixture into the dry ingredients using a wooden spoon, being careful not to overmix. The dough should just come together.

Step 4

Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead it gently a few times. Shape it into a circle, approximately 7 inches wide and 1 1/2 inches thick. Divide the circle in half, then into 4 triangular wedges. Place the scones on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 5

Prepare an egg wash by whisking an egg with a bit of milk. Brush this mixture over the tops of the scones before generously sprinkling them with coarse sugar.

Step 6

Bake the scones in the preheated oven until they turn a lovely golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, which should take around 20 minutes. Once baked, transfer the scones (still on the parchment paper) to a counter or wire rack to cool.

Step 7

While the scones cool, create a delectable icing by mixing powdered sugar, milk, molasses, ginger, and cinnamon in a small saucepan. Heat the mixture until it boils, then let it cool slightly before drizzling it over the scones. Allow the icing to set before serving these delightful treats.