Air Fryer Maple Bacon and Pumpkin Scones
- Cook Time: 27 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Diet: Gluten-Free (option mentioned in FAQ)
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
- 3 tablespoons heavy cream (plus extra for brushing)
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon bits, crispy
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup (for glaze)
- 1–2 teaspoons milk (for glaze)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, pumpkin pie spice, and salt until well combined. This ensures the leavening agents and spices are evenly distributed.
- Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or two forks to work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized pieces of butter remaining. Keeping the butter cold is essential for a flaky texture.
- In a separate small bowl, stir together the pumpkin puree, heavy cream, and maple syrup. Make sure the pumpkin is smooth and well-incorporated with the liquids.
- Gently fold the wet ingredients and the crispy bacon bits into the dry ingredients using a spatula. Mix until just combined. Be careful not to overwork the dough, as this can make the scones tough.
- Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and pat it into a circle about 1 inch thick. Use a sharp knife to cut the circle into 8 even wedges. Brush the tops lightly with a little bit of heavy cream.
- Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C). Place the scones in the air fryer basket in a single layer, leaving space between them (you may need to cook in batches). Air fry for 10-12 minutes or until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- While the scones cool slightly, whisk together the powdered sugar, maple syrup, and milk to create a thick glaze. Drizzle the glaze over the warm scones and serve immediately.