"Tender and moist with crisp edges, this deeply spiced pumpkin scone reaches next-level deliciousness with a decadent maple-coffee glaze."
Brown Butter Pumpkin Scones with Maple Coffee Glaze
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Prep time 20mins
Cook time 20mins
Serves or Makes: 12
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Pumpkin Scones
ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon allspice
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 8 tablespoon unsalted butter, browned and chilled (see instructions)
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 2/3 cup canned pureed pumpkin
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Pumpkin Scones
Method
Step 1
Up to a day (or more) in advance: make and chill the brown butter. Cut 8 TB of unsalted butter into chunks and heat in a shallow pan over medium heat. When the butter begins to foam, then subside, watch carefully; as soon as the solids begin to brown and fragrant, remove pan from heat. Transfer melted butter to a heatproof bowl and chill in refrigerator until solid.
Step 2
When you’re ready to make the scones, preheat oven to 425°. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 3
In a medium bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer, combine flour, baking powder, salt, and spices. Add brown butter and, using the mixer on low or cutting in by hand with a pastry cutter, combine until butter is the size of small peas. Blend in brown sugar.
Step 4
In a small bowl or liquid measure, combine heavy cream and pumpkin puree; add to flour mixture. Beat on medium-low until a soft dough begins to form. If the dough seems too dry, add a little more cream (a tablespoon at a time) until a soft but firm consistency is attained.
Step 5
Form dough into a rough ball and transfer to a floured surface. Divide dough in half and pat each half into a roughly six-inch round – the dough should be about 3/4 inch thick. Cut each round into six wedges – or other shape of your choice. Use a sharp knife to cut so as not to drag the edges of scones down, which can impede a nice fluffy rise.
Step 6
Transfer scones to parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving 2 inches between each. Bake at 425° for 18-20 mins, until bottoms are evenly browned and tops are beginning to turn golden.
Maple-Coffee Glaze
ingredients
- 2 tablespoon melted unsalted butter
- 2 freshly brewed coffee, cooled
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- pinch of salt
- 1 1/2 cups confectioners sugar, sifted
Maple-Coffee Glaze
Step 1
While the scones are baking, make the glaze: Combine melted butter, cooled coffee, maple syrup, and salt in a medium bowl. Sift 1 cup of the powdered sugar into the bowl and whisk to combine; if the glaze is too thin (it should be thick but pourable), add more powdered sugar until you get your desired consistency.
Step 2
Cool scones completely before glazing (glazing while hot can make them soggy). Dip tops of scones in glaze to coat thoroughly and set on a baking rack to dry. If desired, garnish with roasted pepitas.