Cozy Butternut Squash Scones
Cozy Butternut Squash Scones are a warm, flaky treat infused with the natural sweetness of roasted butternut squash, perfect for breakfast or a delightful afternoon snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 scones 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- 3/4 cup fresh butternut squash (roasted and pureed)
- 1/2 cup whole milk (or buttermilk)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cut the butternut squash in half, scoop out seeds, and roast cut-side down on a baking sheet for about 25-30 minutes until tender. Allow it to cool slightly before scooping out the flesh and mashing it into a smooth puree.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
- Add cold butter cubes to the dry mixture. Using a pastry cutter or two forks, blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Fold in the butternut squash puree and milk until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface and pat it into a circle about one inch thick. Cut into wedges or use cookie cutters for fun shapes. Transfer to the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown on top.
- Let them cool slightly before serving with butter or cream cheese spread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone (approx. 70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg