How to Make Pumpkin Raisin Scones - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's something about the combination of pumpkin and raisins that just screams fall. The warm, earthy flavors of the pumpkin complement the sweet, chewy raisins perfectly, making them a match made in autumnal heaven. And what better way to celebrate these flavors than with a batch of delicious pumpkin raisin scones?

These scones are perfect for a cozy weekend breakfast, an afternoon snack, or even a special treat for a holiday brunch. They have a tender, crumbly texture and a subtle...

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups whole wheat flour
  • 4 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 ¼ teaspoons baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon ground ginger
  • ½ teaspoon allspice
  • 3 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup butter, softened
  • ½ cup applesauce
  • 2 ¼ cups sugar
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin
  • 1 cup finely chopped pecans
  • 2 cups golden raisins
  • 3 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 14 mins
  • Total Time: 29 mins
  • Servings: 36
  • Yield: 36 scones

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly grease 2 baking sheets.
  • In a large bowl, stir together all-purpose and whole wheat flours, baking powder, and baking soda. Mix in ginger, allspice, cinnamon, cloves, and salt. Set aside.
  • In a separate large bowl, cream butter until fluffy. Mix in applesauce, then slowly stir in 2 1/4 cups sugar until well blended. Mix in the eggs and pumpkin. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients. Then stir in pecans and raisins.
  • Drop by heaping tablespoonfuls onto cookie sheets, leaving 2 inches between scones. Flatten scones with the back of the spoon.
  • In a small bowl, stir together 3 tablespoons of sugar and cinnamon, and sprinkle on top of scones.
  • Bake in a preheated oven until golden brown, about 12 to 14 minutes. Remove, and let cool on cookie sheets 5 minutes before removing to wire racks to cool.
  • Nutrition

    173 cal.

    • Total Fat: 4g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 14mg
    • Sodium: 192mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 33g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 20g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 42mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 151mg