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Butternut Pecan Scones

Delicious scones with a hint of butternut and the crunch of pecans.
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Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 250 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup cold butter, cubed
  • 1 cup butternut squash puree
  • ¼ cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup chopped pecans

Instructions 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. In another bowl, mix the butternut squash puree, heavy cream, and vanilla extract.
  5. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Fold in the chopped pecans.
  6. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and shape into a circle about 1 inch thick. Cut into 8 wedges and place on a baking sheet.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool slightly before serving.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 150mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 3000IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 1.5mg

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Scones
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