Pumpkin Scones w/Maple Cream Recipe
I love to celebrate and have been organizing and throwing parties for my family and others for years but often find I am lacking in time or inspiration. At Royal Tart our goal is to provide you with everything you need regardless of your time, skill or inspiration to throw and amazing party. So in the spirit of the season I am sharing the Menu and some recipes from our Autumn Leaves Tea Celebration. Enjoy a wonderful afternoon tea or Thanksgiving brunch with style and ease.
In case you are not familiar with the Royal Tart Celebration, You can go to www.RoyalTart.com and purchase a themed Celebration. It will arrive at your door in a box (sometimes 2) with everything you need to throw a stylish party with ease including invitations; cloth table linens; ceramic dishes; menu & party tips; party favors & some specialty food. Each celebration is created with value in mind; a party for 8 retails for no more than a new dress and shoes or $300-$500. And like a new outfit you get to keep everything and use it again and again. Talk about built in recycling.
Pumpkin Scones with Maple Cream Cheese
Pumpkin Scones
Makes approximately 12 small scones
2 Cups all purpose flour
1/3 Cup dark brown sugar (I like the molasses flavor but you can use light if you prefer)
1 Tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
5 Tablespoons cold butter, cut into small pieces
1 Cup pumpkin puree (you can either make your own or use canned)
2/3 Cup heavy whipping cream
Preheat oven to 375 degrees
In a bowl, combine dry ingredients: flour, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, salt.
Cut in cold butter with a pastry blender or fork until crumbly (or a food processor if you prefer–don’t over mix)
Stir in pumpkin and cream until just combined
Turn out dough on a lightly floured surface. Knead dough a few times. Roll dough into a 1/2″ thick circle. Cut into Triangles or circles as you prefer. Place scones on a lightly oiled (or sprayed) pan and bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. Serve with Maple Cream (recipe below)
Maple Cream Spread
Makes about 1 1/2 cups
1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter, softened
2 1/2 tablespoons maple syrup (add more or less to your taste)
Cream together cream cheese and butter in a large bowl with an electric mixer until fluffy. Gradually add maple syrup beat until well combined.
Serve the Maple Cream on the side with your fresh Pumpkin Scones.
Enjoy!
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