Pumpkin-Parmesan Scones

Ingredients

• 6.75 ounces all-purpose flour (about 1 1/2 cups)
• 2.375 ounces whole wheat flour (about 1/2 cup)
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup chilled butter, cut into small pieces
• 1/2 cup canned pumpkin
• 1/2 cup fat-free plain yogurt
• 2 large egg whites, divided
• 2 tablespoons grated fresh Parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon pumpkinseed kernels

Preparation

1. 1. Preheat oven to 400°.
2. 2. Weigh or lightly spoon flours into dry measuring cups; level with a knife. Combine flours, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl; cut in butter with a pastry blender or 2 knives until mixture resembles coarse meal. Combine pumpkin, yogurt, and 1 egg white, stirring with a whisk. Add to flour mixture; stir just until moist.
3. 3. Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface; knead lightly 4 times with floured hands. Pat dough into an 8-inch circle on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Cut dough into 12 wedges, cutting into but not through dough. Brush remaining 1 egg white over top of dough. Sprinkle dough with cheese and pumpkinseeds, pressing lightly to adhere. Bake at 400° for 20 minutes or until golden. Slice scones along score lines with a serrated knife. Serve warm.