3-Ingredient Keto Biscuits: Quick, Easy, and Delicious Recipes

For those following a ketogenic diet, finding satisfying and convenient snacks can sometimes be a challenge. However, with these simple recipes, you can quickly whip up delicious keto-friendly biscuits using just a few ingredients. These biscuits are not only easy to make but also versatile, allowing for various customizations to suit your taste preferences.

Almond Shortbread Cookies: A Sweet Keto Treat

These almond shortbread cookies are wonderfully quick to make and require only three ingredients. When in ketosis, cravings for sweet treats may diminish, but when you desire a fast and easy snack, these mini cookies are perfect. These cookies are great for all kinds of dietary requirements, not only keto, and can be enjoyed by anyone, regardless of their diet.

Ingredients:

• Almond flour
• Sweetener (optional)
• Almond butter
• Egg

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C/350°F/Gas mark 4.
2. Place all the ingredients into a bowl and mix together thoroughly until no lumps remain.
3. Shape the dough into balls with your hands. This recipe makes between 8 and 10 cookies, but you can make them smaller to yield 12. Make the balls around 1 inch thick.
4. Line a baking tray with parchment paper and place the dough balls on it, leaving at least 1 inch of space between them.
5. Squash them down to form a circle shape, ensuring they are around 1 cm thick.
6. Add your own shape to the top. A fork can be used to score them.
7. Place in the heated oven for around 12 minutes or until hot and golden brown.
8. For storage, place in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

This recipe is also a great base for experimentation. Consider adding keto-friendly chocolate chips or spices like cinnamon or ginger to enhance the flavor.

30-Minute Keto Biscuits: Tender and Flavorful

These incredibly tender keto biscuits are made with almond flour and require minimal preparation. They're ready in just 30 minutes, with 15 minutes of prep time and 15 minutes in the oven.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups almond flour (Bob's Red Mill Super-Fine Almond Flour recommended)
• 1 large egg
• 1/2 cup full-fat sour cream (or whole-milk plain Greek yogurt)
• 1 teaspoon baking powder (aluminum-free)
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the egg, sour cream, and salt.
3. Using a rubber spatula, mix in the almond flour followed by the baking powder. The batter should be thick; if it's too thin, add ½ ounce (2 tablespoons) of almond flour.
4. Using a 2-tablespoon scoop, place six mounds of the batter on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart. Do not flatten the mounds.
5. Bake until golden, for 15-17 minutes. Don't overbake, or they will be dry.
6. Serve warm.

Tips and Variations:

• Batter Consistency: A thick batter is crucial for well-shaped biscuits. If the batter appears too thin, add extra almond flour.
• Almond Flour: Sifting almond flour through a fine-mesh strainer eliminates clumps, resulting in a fluffier texture.
• Storage: These biscuits are best when eaten warm. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days, placed on paper towels to absorb extra moisture. They can also be frozen and briefly reheated in the microwave before serving.
• Serving Suggestions: These biscuits are great for breakfast, topped with blueberry or strawberry compote. They can also be used to make a keto breakfast sandwich with deli meat or bacon, cheese, and an egg. Other topping ideas include cream cheese and smoked salmon, sliced hard-boiled eggs, cheddar cheese, Swiss cheese, and brie.
• Cheese Biscuits: Add parmesan and spices for a savory twist.
• Sweet Biscuits: Add vanilla extract and a sweetener for a sweeter treat.

Super Simple 2-3 Ingredient Keto Sugar-Free Biscuits

These biscuits are incredibly easy to make, requiring only 2-3 ingredients. This recipe is perfect for those who want a quick and simple keto treat.

Read also: Creamy Keto Dessert

Ingredients:

• Almond butter
• Egg
• Sweetener (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 180°C (static).
2. Scoop almond butter, including any oil that may have separated, into a bowl. Beat with a fork, then combine with the egg.
3. (Optional) Add sweetener(s).
4. Wearing food-grade disposable gloves (optional), form 10 walnut-size balls.
5. Press each 'dough' ball down on an oven tray lined with parchment paper.
6. Using the back of a fork, press down on the dough to create lines (optional).
7. Bake for about 12 minutes or until the edges start to become darker.
8. Remove from oven and allow biscuits to cool completely before handling.

For a crunchier biscuit, flatten them more and bake for an extra 2-3 minutes, watching closely to prevent burning.

Notes:

• Avoid cashew butter, as it is high in carbs.
• The biscuits can be made without sweetener for a sugar-free option.

Keto Cottage Cheese Biscuits: High Protein and Low Carb

These cottage cheese biscuits are a great option for those looking for a high-protein, low-carb, and keto-friendly biscuit. They require just three ingredients and are easy to prepare.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup superfine almond flour
• 4 ounces (1/2 cup) 4% high-protein cottage cheese
• 1 1/2 teaspoons aluminum-free baking powder
• Salt (optional, to taste)

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Add almond flour and baking powder to a large mixing bowl. Whisk until evenly combined.
3. Add the cottage cheese to a small high-powered blender and blend until mostly smooth. It's okay if there are some little bits/chunks still in there, but you do want it mostly liquid. The little chunks will melt as the biscuits bake.
4. Add the blended cottage cheese to the almond flour mixture. If you are adding any spices or salt, add them in now. Stir with a spatula until a thick dough forms. If your dough is too wet and not possible to shape, add a little more almond flour. If it's too dry, you can add a little more blended cottage cheese.
5. Measure about 1/3 cup of dough. Do not pack the dough into the measuring cup because it will be very difficult to release. Release the dough onto your prepared baking sheet and compact it and shape it with your hands, until it forms a hockey puck/thick disk shape, about 1 inch tall. You can make your biscuits thinner, wider, bigger, smaller, if you prefer. You can also use the measuring cup to help shape your biscuit, but if you want to do that, you will need to grease your measuring cup first, otherwise the dough will get stuck and won't release.
6. Repeat with remaining dough, spacing each biscuit about 1 inch apart. They don't spread much during baking, so they can be fairly close together.
7. Bake for about 25 minutes or until tops are golden brown and biscuits are fully cooked. You may need less baking time if your biscuits are not that thick.
8. Let biscuits cool a little before eating.

Notes:

• Use superfine almond flour for the best results.
• High-protein cottage cheese (13-14 grams of protein per 1/2 cup) is recommended. Avoid low-fat or low-protein cottage cheese, as they are too watery.
• Spoon the almond flour into the measuring cup and level off with a knife to avoid packing it.
• The biscuits have a lightly salted flavor, which can be adjusted with added salt to taste.

Keto Mug Biscuit: A Quick Single-Serving Option

For a fast and convenient biscuit, the keto mug biscuit is an excellent choice, especially when you only need a single serving.

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon butter
• 2 tablespoons coconut flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• Seasonings (to taste)
• 1 egg
• 1 tablespoon water
• 1 tablespoon shredded cheese
• 1 tablespoon heavy whipping cream

Instructions:

1. Melt butter in a coffee mug by microwaving for 20 seconds.
2. Add coconut flour, baking powder, and seasonings. Mix to incorporate with a fork.
3. Add egg, water, cheese, and heavy whipping cream. Mix until combined.
4. Microwave for 3 minutes.

This recipe is incredibly quick, taking only 5 minutes or less to make. If you prefer baking in the oven, you can adapt this recipe accordingly.

General Tips for Keto Biscuits

• Storage: Keto baked goods are best stored in the fridge for 7-10 days or frozen for up to 1 month.
• Versatility: Keto biscuits can be used for sandwiches or enjoyed with various toppings, both sweet and savory.
• Nut Allergies: For those with nut allergies, coconut flour-based recipes offer a great alternative.

Read also: Low-Carb Pizza Guide

Read also: 5-Ingredient Keto

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