Savory scones with chai, ranch, Buffalo heat, and pumpkin for a bold, flavorful snack or breakfast treat.
# Components:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/3 cup light brown sugar
03 - 1 tablespoon baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
05 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
06 - 1 teaspoon chai spice blend (cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, cloves, allspice)
07 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
08 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
09 - 1/2 teaspoon dried dill
10 - 1/2 teaspoon ranch seasoning mix
11 - 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper or Buffalo seasoning
→ Wet Ingredients
12 - 1/2 cup canned pumpkin puree
13 - 1/2 cup cold buttermilk
14 - 1 large egg
15 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
16 - 1 tablespoon Buffalo-style hot sauce
→ Topping
17 - 2 tablespoons melted butter
18 - 1 tablespoon ranch seasoning mix
19 - 1 tablespoon finely chopped chives (optional)
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Whisk together flour, light brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, chai spice blend, garlic powder, onion powder, dried dill, ranch seasoning, and cayenne or Buffalo seasoning in a large mixing bowl.
03 - Integrate cold, cubed unsalted butter using a pastry cutter or fingertips until the mixture achieves a coarse crumb texture.
04 - In a separate bowl, blend pumpkin puree, cold buttermilk, egg, and Buffalo-style hot sauce until thoroughly combined.
05 - Add the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just incorporated. Do not overmix.
06 - Transfer dough onto a lightly floured surface and pat into a round approximately 1 inch thick.
07 - Slice the dough round into 8 equal wedges and arrange on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring adequate spacing.
08 - Brush scone tops with melted butter and sprinkle with ranch seasoning mix. Garnish with chives, if desired.
09 - Bake for 18 to 20 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center emerges clean.
10 - Allow scones to cool briefly before serving. Present warm or at room temperature for optimal flavor.
