CRANBERRY-PUMPKIN SCONES WITH SUGARED PEPITAS

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Number Of Ingredients 19

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter, cut up
1/2 cup dried cranberries
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 cup half-and-half, light cream, or milk
1/2 cup canned pumpkin
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon water
2 cups powdered sugar
1 tablespoon butter, softened
2 teaspoons finely shredded orange peel
2 tablespoons orange juice
1 recipe Sugared Pepitas (desired amount)
Finely shredded orange peel (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees degrees F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper; set aside. In a large bowl stir together flour, brown sugar, baking powder, pumpkin pie spice, baking soda, and salt. Using a pastry blender, cut in the 1/2 cup butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add cranberries and toss well. Make a well in the center of the flour mixture; set aside. In a small bowl stir together the 2 eggs, half-and-half, and pumpkin. Add pumpkin mixture all at once to flour mixture. Using a fork, stir just until moistened. Turn dough out onto a well-floured surface. Knead dough by folding and gently pressing it for 10 to 12 strokes or until dough is nearly smooth. Pat or lightly roll dough into an 8-inch circle. Cut circle into eight wedges. Place wedges 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet. In a small bowl combine the 1 egg with the 1 tablespoon water. Brush wedges lightly with egg mixture. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until golden. Remove scones from baking sheet. Let cool for 5 minutes before spreading with glaze. For glaze, in a small bowl stir together powdered sugar, the 1 tablespoon butter, the 2 teaspoons orange peel, and the orange juice until well combined. Spoon glaze over warm scones, spreading evenly. Sprinkle with some of the Sugared Pepitas* and, if desired, additional shredded orange peel. Serve warm.

Joy Chowdhary
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I'm not usually a big fan of scones, but these were really good! The cranberries and pumpkin gave them a lot of flavor, and the sugared pepitas added a nice touch of sweetness. I would definitely make these again.


Keaziah Booysen
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These scones were delicious! I made them for my family for breakfast, and they were all gone in minutes. The scones were light and fluffy, with a perfect balance of sweetness and tartness. The cranberries and pumpkin gave them a festive fall flavor,


Jamal Mohammadi
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I love these scones! They're so easy to make, and they always turn out perfectly. I love the combination of cranberries and pumpkin, and the sugared pepitas add a nice touch of sweetness. These scones are always a hit with my friends and family.


King Queen
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These scones were delicious! I made them for my family for breakfast, and they were all gone in minutes. The scones were light and fluffy, with a perfect balance of sweetness and tartness. The cranberries and pumpkin gave them a festive fall flavor,


Qasim G
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These scones were a bit too sweet for my taste, but otherwise they were very good. The cranberries and pumpkin gave them a lot of flavor, and the sugared pepitas added a nice crunchy texture. I would make them again, but I would use less sugar next t


Dj dr Nahid
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I'm not usually a big fan of scones, but these were really good! The cranberries and pumpkin gave them a lot of flavor, and the sugared pepitas added a nice touch of sweetness. I would definitely make these again.


Mark Estrada
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These scones were delicious! I made them for my family for breakfast, and they were all gone in minutes. The scones were light and fluffy, with a perfect balance of sweetness and tartness. The cranberries and pumpkin gave them a festive fall flavor,


Waris Bilali
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I love these scones! They're so easy to make, and they always turn out perfectly. I love the combination of cranberries and pumpkin, and the sugared pepitas add a nice touch of sweetness. These scones are always a hit with my friends and family.


Ashok Nepal
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These scones were delicious! I made them for my family for breakfast, and they were all gone in minutes. The scones were light and fluffy, with a perfect balance of sweetness and tartness. The cranberries and pumpkin gave them a festive fall flavor,


Printing Mania Usa
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These scones were a bit too sweet for my taste, but otherwise they were very good. The cranberries and pumpkin gave them a lot of flavor, and the sugared pepitas added a nice crunchy texture. I would make them again, but I would use less sugar next t


Milton Hefner
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I'm not usually a big fan of scones, but these were really good! The cranberries and pumpkin gave them a lot of flavor, and the sugared pepitas added a nice touch of sweetness. I would definitely make these again.


Terry Thompson
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These scones were delicious! I made them for my family for breakfast, and they were all gone in minutes. The scones were light and fluffy, with a perfect balance of sweetness and tartness. The cranberries and pumpkin gave them a festive fall flavor,


Florin Rotaru
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I love these scones! They're so easy to make, and they always turn out perfectly. I love the combination of cranberries and pumpkin, and the sugared pepitas add a nice touch of sweetness. These scones are always a hit with my friends and family.


Sacny Cruz
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These scones are the perfect fall treat. They're moist and flavorful, with a delicious combination of cranberries and pumpkin. The sugared pepitas add a nice touch of sweetness and crunch. I highly recommend this recipe!


Lakhanpaliya Saab
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I made these scones for my holiday party, and they were a huge success! Everyone raved about how delicious they were. I will definitely be making them again for my next party.


Mmagauta Kumbi
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These scones were a hit with my family! Everyone loved the combination of cranberries, pumpkin, and pepitas. They were the perfect addition to our Thanksgiving breakfast.


Faseeh Butt
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These scones were so easy to make, and they turned out beautifully. I loved the pop of color from the cranberries, and the pumpkin spice gave them a warm, autumnal flavor. I will definitely be making these again for my next brunch gathering.


Sheno KoKo
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I've tried many scone recipes, but this one is by far the best. The scones were light and fluffy, with just the right amount of sweetness. The cranberries and pumpkin added a festive touch, and the sugared pepitas were the perfect finishing touch.


Billy Shaw
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These scones were a delight! The combination of cranberries and pumpkin was perfect, and the sugared pepitas added a touch of sweetness and crunch. I will definitely be making these again.