Pumpkin Scones

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/3 cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup cold butter, cut into small cubes
• 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
2. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt. Cut in the butter until the mixture is crumbly.
3. In a separate bowl, mix together the pumpkin puree, buttermilk, and vanilla extract. Stir the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined.
4. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead lightly until the dough comes together. Pat the dough out into a 7-inch circle and cut into 8 wedges. Place the wedges onto a baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes, or until golden brown.
5. Remove from oven and cool on a wire rack.

Interesting Facts

• Pumpkin is a good source of Vitamin A, Vitamin C, and Potassium.
• Scones are a traditional British tea-time treat.
• Scones can be served warm or cold and can be topped with butter, jam, or cream.