Pumpkin Spice Latte Scones

Cozy and flavorful scones combining pumpkin, spices, and espresso; perfect for fall breakfasts or afternoon snacks.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 22

Total Time 52

Course Breakfast, Snack

Cuisine American

Servings 8 scones

Calories 250 kcal

Ingredients

For the Scones

2.5 cups all-purpose flour
0.5 cup light brown sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
0.5 cup unsalted butter cut into cubes
0.75 cup pumpkin puree
0.5 cup heavy cream
2 teaspoons instant espresso powder
1 large egg beaten

For the Glaze

1 cup confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons buttermilk
0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
0.25 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

Preparation

Preheat your oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
In a large bowl, mix together the flour, brown sugar, baking powder, pumpkin pie spice, and salt.
Add the cold butter cubes to the dry ingredients and use your fingers to work the butter in until it looks like coarse crumbs. Place the mixture in the freezer for 10 minutes.
In another bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, heavy cream, and espresso powder. Pour this mixture over the dry ingredients and stir with a rubber spatula until a soft dough forms.
On a lightly floured surface, knead the dough 3-4 times until it comes together. Roll the dough into an 8-inch circle, about 1 inch thick, and cut it into 8 wedges.

Baking

Place the scones on the prepared baking sheet and brush the tops with the beaten egg.
Bake in the oven for 20-22 minutes, or until the scones feel firm to the touch and are lightly browned.

Glazing

In a separate bowl, mix the confectioners' sugar, buttermilk, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon until smooth. Drizzle this glaze over the warm scones after they have cooled slightly.

Notes

Serve warm or at room temperature with butter or jam. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. For longer storage, freeze in a freezer-safe bag and thaw at room temperature before serving. Use cold butter for flakier scones and don’t over-knead the dough.

Keyword Coffee Scones, Cozy Recipes, Fall Baking, Pumpkin Scones, Pumpkin Spice