Starbucks Pumpkin Scones Copycat
This Starbucks Pumpkin Scones Copycat recipe brings the warm spices, tender crumb, and irresistible glaze of the classic fall treat right into your kitchen. Perfect for a cozy breakfast or comforting snack, it uses simple pantry staples and comes together quickly, delivering that beloved pumpkin spice flavor in a fresh, homemade way.
- Author: Mary
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-18 minutes
- Total Time: 30-33 minutes
- Yield: 8 scones 1x
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free (if gluten-free flour is used)
Scone Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free blend for gluten-free option)
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed (or coconut oil for vegan)
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree (canned or fresh)
- 1/3 cup heavy cream or buttermilk (or plant-based milk for vegan)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Glaze Ingredients
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons maple syrup or milk (adjust for desired consistency)
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Measure all ingredients. Cut cold butter into small cubes to keep it chilled and easier to work with.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt to evenly distribute spices and seasonings.
- Cut in the Butter: Use a pastry cutter or fingertips to incorporate cold butter into the dry mixture until the texture resembles coarse crumbs, creating flaky layers.
- Add the Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, combine pumpkin puree, heavy cream (or buttermilk), and vanilla extract. Pour into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined, avoiding overmixing for tender scones.
- Shape and Cut the Dough: Turn the dough onto a floured surface, pat into a 1-inch thick round, then cut into 8 triangular scones.
- Bake to Golden Perfection: Place scones on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15-18 minutes, until golden brown on top.
- Prepare the Glaze and Drizzle: While baking, whisk powdered sugar with maple syrup or milk until smooth. Once scones have cooled slightly, drizzle the glaze over them to finish.
Notes
- Keep all ingredients cold to create flaky scones.
- Don’t overmix the dough to avoid dense scones.
- Use fresh spices for the best flavor impact.
- Cut scones evenly to ensure uniform baking.
- Allow scones to cool briefly before glazing to prevent glaze from melting off.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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