~ PUMPKIN CRANBERRY SCONES ~

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This recipe other than the glaze is Bobby Flays. My husband saw him making these on one of his shows and asked if I would find and make them. I'm so glad I did, as they turned out beautiful. I couldn't try them, but I trust his judgement when he said they were awesome. I do know they were very moist. I added a bit more...

Provided by Cassie *

Categories     Other Breakfast

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 c flour - plus extra for dusting
1/3 c lightly packed light brown muscovado sugar - i used regular light brown sugar. i would have used dark had i had some
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp each - baking powder & ground ginger
3/4 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp fine sea salt
1/2 c cold unsalted butter, cut into pieces
1/2 c each - very cold buttermilk & canned pure pumpkin
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 c dried cranberries, soaked in hot water for 30 minutes and drained well
scant 1/4 cup candied ginger, finely diced
heavy cream for brushing tops
MY MAPLE GLAZE
4 oz neufchatel cheese, softened - or can use cream cheese
1 1/2 Tbsp each - milk & maple syrup
3 - 4 Tbsp heaping - confectioners' sugar or to desired consistency
1/2 Tbsp vanilla extract

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, baking soda, ginger and salt in a large bowl. Cut the butter into the mixture until it resembles coarse meal.
  • 2. Whisk together the buttermilk, pumpkin and vanilla in a medium bowl until smooth. Add the wet mixture to the dry along with the cranberries and candied ginger. Mix until it is all just combined (do not over-mix or the scones will be tough).
  • 3. Transfer to a lightly-floured surface and knead the dough gently 4 or 5 times. Pat the dough into a circle that is about 8 inches round and about 1 1/2 inches thick. Cut the circle in half, and then cut each half into 4 pie-shaped wedges (triangles). Place the scones on the baking sheet and brush the tops with the heavy cream.
  • 4. Bake until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out with a few moist crumbs attached, 20 to 25 minutes. Let cool on a baking rack for 15 minutes before serving.
  • 5. For the glaze: Whisk cheese until creamy, add remaining ingredients and whisk until creamy and all sugar has dissolved.
  • 6. Drizzle over cooled scones.

Bahar Jafaar
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These scones were super easy to make and they turned out so well! I'll definitely be making them again.


Silvia Wanjiru
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I love the pumpkin and cranberry flavor combination in these scones. They're perfect for a cozy fall breakfast.


Anas Mirza
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These scones were a little bit crumbly, but they were still very tasty. I might try adding a little bit more liquid next time.


MOSES SSENTINDO
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I made these scones for a bake sale and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them.


Kill er
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These scones are the perfect fall treat. I love the warm spices and the moist, tender texture.


Muhammad Sarwar
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I love the texture of these scones. They're crispy on the outside and moist and fluffy on the inside.


Melva Bulastid
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These scones were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they were still good. I might try reducing the amount of sugar next time.


Chand Ghallu
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I added a little bit of cinnamon and nutmeg to the batter and they turned out amazing! Highly recommend.


Sharon Respass
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These scones were so easy to make and they're absolutely delicious! I'll definitely be making them again.


Anjana Hettiarachchi
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I made these scones gluten-free by using a gluten-free flour blend. They turned out great!


Cooper Daniels
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These scones were a little dry for my taste, but the flavor was good. I might try adding some more moisture next time.


Debbie Wass
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I love the combination of pumpkin and cranberry in these scones. They're perfect for a fall breakfast or snack.


abubakar saleem
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These scones were easy to make and turned out perfect. I'll definitely be making them again for Thanksgiving.


Awojobi Dauda Aremu
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I'm not usually a fan of scones, but these were surprisingly good. The pumpkin and cranberry flavors are a great combination.


Hendrix Podolecki
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I made these scones for a brunch party and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them.


Aniya Hammond
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These scones were a hit with my family! They're moist and flavorful, with just the right amount of sweetness. I'll definitely be making them again.