Pumpkin Scones

A crisp pumpkin snack to enjoy with a warm cup of tea.

Original recipe makes 10 to 12 scones

Ingredients

2 tablespoons butter
6 tablespoons white sugar
2 eggs, beaten
2 cups mashed, cooked pumpkin
4 cups self-rising flour, sifted
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon salt

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, beat together butter, sugar, eggs and pumpkin. Stir in flour, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt by hand.
  3. Roll out into 1/2 inch thickness and cut into rounds. Place on tray close together and bake for 15 to 18 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 209 kcal
Carbohydrates: 39.3 g
Cholesterol: 40 mg
Fat: 3.2 g
Fiber: 1.6 g
Protein: 5.5 g
Sodium: 652 mg