Keto Gingerbread Scones
Delicious and low-carb gingerbread scones, perfect for a festive treat any time of the year. Enjoy these easy-to-make scones with a creamy cream cheese glaze.
Equipment
- Food Processor
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment Paper or Silicone Mat
- Sharp Knife
Ingredients
For the Scones
- 2 cups almond flour
- 1/3 cup packed brown sugar substitute like Swerve Brown
- 1 tablespoon coconut flour
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 4 ounces softened cream cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Cream Cheese Glaze
- 2 ounces softened cream cheese
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar substitute like Swerve or erythritol
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract for frosting
- 2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
- water as needed for thinning
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat and lightly dust it with a little almond or coconut flour.
- In a food processor, combine the almond flour, brown sugar substitute, coconut flour, cocoa powder, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, baking powder, and salt. Pulse a few times until everything is well mixed.
- Add the softened cream cheese in small dollops over the dry ingredients. Pulse again a few times to incorporate the cream cheese.
- Next, add the egg and vanilla extract to the processor. Pulse on high until the dough starts to come together and forms a ball.
- Transfer the dough to your prepared baking sheet. Gently pat it into a 7-inch circle.
- Using a sharp knife, carefully cut the circle into 8 equal wedges. Gently separate the wedges on the baking sheet to give them some space.
- Bake for 18 to 23 minutes, or until the scones are lightly golden and feel firm when you gently touch them. Let them cool completely on the pan before glazing.
- While the scones cool, beat the softened cream cheese with the powdered sugar substitute and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually beat in the heavy whipping cream until the mixture is well combined and smooth.
- If the glaze is too thick, add water a teaspoon at a time until you reach a smooth, drizzling consistency.
- Once the scones are completely cool, drizzle the delicious glaze over each one. Enjoy your homemade gingerbread treats!
Notes
Nutrition Information (per serving):
- Calories: 233kcal
- Total Carbs: 8.3g
- Net Carbs: 4.5g
- Fats: 19.3g
- Protein: 7.8g
