Keto Gingerbread Scones 🎄
Let's make these delicious, healthy scones!
Equipment
- Food Processor
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment Paper or Silicone Mat
- Sharp Knife
- Offset Spatula (optional)
Ingredients
Scones
- 2 cups almond flour
- 1/3 cup brown sugar substitute (like Swerve Brown), packed
- 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 cream cheese softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Cream Cheese Glaze
- 2 ounces cream cheese softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar substitute (like powdered Swerve or erythritol)
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
- Water as needed for thinning
Instructions
For the Scones:
Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat, then lightly dust it with a sprinkle of almond or coconut flour to prevent sticking.- Grab your food processor! Toss in the almond flour, brown sugar substitute, coconut flour, cocoa powder, all those cozy spices (ginger, cinnamon, cloves), baking powder, and salt. Give it a few quick pulses to get everything wonderfully mixed.
- Add the softened cream cheese on top of the dry ingredients in small spoonfuls. Pulse a few more times to break up the cream cheese and blend it into the mix.
- Now, add the egg and vanilla extract. Pulse on high speed until your dough starts to come together and forms a nice ball. If you see any dry bits at the bottom, just scrape them up with a spatula and pulse again.
- Transfer the dough onto your prepared baking sheet. Gently pat it out into a 7-inch round circle – no need to be perfect!
- Using a sharp knife, carefully slice the circle into 8 even wedges. With an offset spatula or a gentle hand, separate the wedges slightly on the baking sheet to give them room to bake.
- 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 – this is important!
For the Cream Cheese Glaze:
In a bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with the powdered sugar substitute and vanilla extract until it's super smooth and creamy.- Gradually beat in the heavy whipping cream until your glaze is perfectly smooth.
- If you want a thinner, drizzly consistency, add water a few teaspoons at a time, mixing well after each addition, until it's just right.
- Once the scones are completely cool, drizzle that glorious glaze over the tops. Enjoy your healthy, spiced treat!
Notes
Nutrition Information (per serving):
- Calories: 233kcal
- Total Carbs: 8.3g
- Net Carbs: 4.5g
- Fat: 19.3g
- Protein: 7.8g
