These healthy pumpkin scones are soft lightly sweet and full of warm fall spices making them the perfect low sugar treat Made with wholesome ingredients they are a lighter version of classic scones perfect for breakfast snack or healthy dessert Save this healthy pumpkin scones recipe for later.
Why You Will Love This Recipe
Lower sugar and healthier option
Soft and tender texture
Warm fall spices
Easy to make at home
Perfect for breakfast or snack
Ingredients
2 cups whole wheat flour or all purpose flour
1 third cup natural sweetener honey or maple syrup
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 half teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 half teaspoon nutmeg
1 half teaspoon ginger
1 half cup cold butter or coconut oil
1 half cup pumpkin puree
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 third cup milk or plant based milk
Optional light glaze
1 half cup powdered sugar
1 tablespoon milk
1 pinch cinnamon
Step by Step Instructions
1 Mix dry ingredients
In a bowl combine flour baking powder salt and spices
2 Cut in butter
Add cold butter or coconut oil and mix until crumbly
3 Mix wet ingredients
In another bowl whisk pumpkin egg milk vanilla and sweetener
4 Combine dough
Add wet mixture to dry and mix gently until dough forms
5 Shape dough
Form dough into a circle and cut into wedges
6 Bake
Bake at 190 degrees Celsius for 15 to 18 minutes until lightly golden
7 Add glaze optional
Mix glaze ingredients and drizzle lightly over cooled scones
8 Serve
Serve warm or at room temperature
Equipment
Mixing bowls
Baking tray
Knife
Whisk
Measuring cups
Tips and Variations
Use whole wheat flour for extra fiber
Do not overmix dough to keep scones soft
Use coconut oil for dairy free version
Add chopped nuts for texture
Add dark chocolate chips for sweetness
Use stevia or low sugar sweetener if preferred
Store in airtight container for up to 3 days
Reheat slightly before serving
Serving Suggestions
Serve with coffee or tea
Pair with yogurt or fruit
Great healthy snack
Perfect for fall breakfast
Nutrition Facts
Calories 220
Protein 5 grams
Carbohydrates 30 grams
Fat 9 grams
Conclusion
These healthy pumpkin scones low sugar are a soft flavorful and lighter version of a classic fall treat They are easy to make and perfect for enjoying cozy flavors without too much sweetness Save this recipe for a healthy and delicious seasonal bake
FAQ
Can I make these scones vegan
Yes use plant based milk and replace egg
Can I reduce sugar even more
Yes adjust sweetener to taste
Can I freeze these scones
Yes freeze before or after baking
What flour works best
Whole wheat or all purpose both work
Can I skip glaze
Yes for a lower sugar option