Quick and Easy Keto Scones: Recipes for Low-Carb Baking

For those following a ketogenic diet, finding suitable baked goods can be a challenge. Traditional scones, made with wheat flour and sugar, are typically off-limits. However, with a few clever substitutions, you can enjoy delicious, guilt-free keto scones that satisfy your cravings without derailing your diet. This article explores various quick and easy keto scone recipes, offering options for different tastes and preferences.

Understanding Keto Baking

The key to keto baking lies in replacing high-carb ingredients with low-carb alternatives. Almond flour and coconut flour are two popular choices for replacing wheat flour, while sugar substitutes like erythritol, stevia, and monk fruit replace traditional sugar. These substitutions allow you to create baked goods that are low in carbohydrates and suitable for a ketogenic lifestyle.

Basic Keto Scone Recipe

This recipe provides a foundation for creating various keto scone variations.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup almond flour (100 g/ 3.5 oz)
• 1/4 cup coconut flour (30 g/ 1.1 oz)
• 1/4 cup granulated Erythritol or Swerve (40 g/ 1.4 oz)
• 1/2 tsp gluten-free baking powder
• 1/4 tsp sea salt
• 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream or coconut milk (60 ml/ 2 fl oz)
• 2 tbsp melted virgin coconut oil or ghee (30 ml)
• 1 large egg
• 1 tsp sugar-free vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 175 °C/ 350 °F (conventional), or 155 °C/ 310 °F (fan assisted) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl whisk together the dry ingredients.
3. In a small bowl whisk together the wet ingredients.
4. Fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients.
5. Combine until you get a cookie dough like mixture.
6. Place the dough onto the parchment paper in the shape of a circle.
7. Cut into 8 pieces and move them slightly apart.
8. Transfer to the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes until a toothpick inserted into the center of a scone comes out clean.
9. Cool on a cooling rack.

Keto Chocolate Chip Scones

For chocolate lovers, these keto chocolate chip scones are a delightful treat.

Ingredients:

• Same as Basic Keto Scone Recipe
• 1/2 cup sugar-free chocolate chips such as Lily's (90 g/ 3.2 oz)

Instructions:

1. Follow the instructions for the Basic Keto Scone Recipe.
2. Stir in the sugar-free chocolate chips into the dough before shaping.

Keto Blueberry Scones

Bursting with fresh summer berries, these Keto Blueberry Scones are tender, buttery, and deliver all the comfort of a classic scone without the sugar. With only 4 grams net carbs, they're a guilt-free indulgence.

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Ingredients:

• 2 ¼ cup / 225g almond flour or ground almonds.
• Other ingredients as per Basic Keto Scone Recipe
• Fresh blueberries (or thawed frozen blueberries)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 180C/350F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the coconut flour, almond flour, 3 tablespoons of sweetener, and baking powder, and mix well.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, coconut oil, one egg, and one egg yolk, vanilla extract, until combined.
4. Gently fold through the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until combined.
5. Fold through the blueberries.
6. Gently knead the dough until mostly smooth. Lightly dust a flat surface with almond flour.
7. Transfer the dough onto it and gently knead into a ball. If the dough is too sticky, add a little extra almond flour. If the dough is too thick, add some heavy cream or milk.
8. Press down and flatten into a thick disk. Using a sharp knife, cut 8-10 triangles.
9. Place the scones onto the lined sheet. Brush the tops with the egg white and sprinkle the remaining tablespoon of granulated sweetener over the top.
10. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden around the edges.
11. Remove from the oven and let cool completely.

Frozen blueberries are not recommended as they tend to bleed and make the dough mushy.

Optional Glaze

Whisk together a little powdered sweetener and some heavy cream, plus a touch of water to thin it out. Drizzle over the scones.

Keto Strawberry Scones

These scones combine the richness of cream cheese with the sweetness of fresh strawberries.

Ingredients:

• Almond flour
• Coconut flour
• Sweetener
• Baking powder
• Salt
• Cream cheese, softened
• Egg
• Whipping cream
• Vanilla extract
• Chopped strawberries

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 325F and line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the almond flour, sweetener, coconut flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. Add the cream cheese in small chunks and cut in with a pastry cutter or two sharp knives until it resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Stir in the egg, whipping cream, and vanilla extract.
5. Carefully fold in the chopped berries until they are distributed throughout the dough.
6. Gather the dough together and transfer to the prepared baking sheet. Pat into a 7 inch circle.
7. Use a sharp knife to cut the dough into 8 even wedges.
8. Wiggle an offset spatula carefully underneath the wedges and distribute around the baking sheet so that they aren't touching.
9. Bake 25 to 30 minutes, until golden brown and just firm to the touch.
10. Remove and let cool completely on the pan.

Optional Drizzle

Whisk together the powdered sweetener and the cream until well combined. Add a little water at a time until a drizzling consistency is achieved. Drizzle over the cooled scones.

Savory Keto Scones

For those who prefer savory flavors, simply skip the sweetener in the basic recipe and add savory ingredients such as cheese, herbs, or spices.

Read also: Keto Calorie Counting: A Detailed Guide

Tips for Perfect Keto Scones

• Use Superfine Almond Flour: For the best texture, use blanched, superfine almond flour. A coarse almond meal won't work as well.
• Don't Overmix the Dough: Overmixing can result in tough scones. Mix until just combined.
• Keep Ingredients Cold: Cold ingredients, especially butter or coconut oil, help create a flakier texture.
• Adjust Sweetness to Taste: Adjust the amount of sweetener to your liking.
• Experiment with Add-Ins: Get creative with add-ins like chocolate chips, berries, nuts, or spices.
• Proper Storage: Once completely cool, store these scones in the fridge in an airtight container for 3-4 days. Don't eat them cold, though. Warm them gently in the microwave at 50% power, 10 seconds per scone. You can also freeze them in freezer bags for up to three months.

Serving Suggestions

Enjoy your keto scones with:

• Butter
• Sugar-free jam
• Whipped cream
• Coffee or tea

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