Ingredients

• 2 cups self raising flour
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 3/4 cup cooked and mashed pumpkin
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1 tablespoon milk, if required

Instructions

1. Heat the oven to 220°C.

2. Rub the butter into the flour with your fingertips.

3. Add the sugar, pumpkin and egg, then the milk if you need it.

4. Turn the dough onto a lightly floured board and knead until smooth.

5. Roll out 2cm thick.

6. Using a knife, cut into 12 scones.

7. Place on a tray, and brush the tops with milk.

8. Place in the top half of your oven and bake at 220°C for 10-15 minutes until brown.

9. Allow them to cool a little, then serve with butter.