Keto Lemon Ricotta Scones 🍋
These delicious Keto Lemon Ricotta Scones are a perfect low-carb, healthy treat with a bright lemon flavor, made with almond flour and sweetened with Swerve.
Equipment
- Fine Mesh Sieve
- Paper towels or coffee filter
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment paper or silicone baking mat
- Large mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Sharp knife or bench scraper
- Spatula
- Small Bowl
Ingredients
Scones
- 1/2 cup whole milk ricotta drained
- 2 1/2 cups almond flour
- 1/3 cup Swerve Granular or your preferred keto granular sweetener
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 lemon zest from one lemon
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon extract
Glaze
- 1/3 cup Swerve Confectioners powdered sweetener
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Drain the Ricotta: To start, line a fine-mesh sieve with a few paper towels or a coffee filter and set it over your sink or a bowl. Spoon the whole milk ricotta into the prepared sieve and allow it to drain for about 1 hour. This simple step helps remove excess moisture, ensuring your scones have the perfect texture!
- Prep Your Oven & Pan: Preheat your oven to 325ºF (160ºC). Then, get a baking sheet ready by lining it with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Mix the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the almond flour, Swerve Granular, baking powder, salt, and the lovely lemon zest until they are well combined. Next, add in the well-drained ricotta, the eggs, and the lemon extract. Stir everything together gently until a soft, uniform dough forms.
- Shape and Cut: Divide your dough in half. On the prepared baking sheet, gently pat each half into a round circle, about 5 to 6 inches in diameter. With a sharp knife or bench scraper, cut each circle into 6 even wedges, just like slicing a pie.
- Bake Until Golden: Carefully use a spatula to lift and spread the scone wedges a few inches apart on the baking sheet. Pop them into the preheated oven and bake for approximately 25 minutes, or until they are beautifully golden brown and feel firm to the touch. Once baked, remove them from the oven and let them cool completely on the baking sheet.
- Glaze and Serve: While your delicious scones are cooling, prepare the bright lemon glaze. In a small bowl, whisk together the Swerve Confectioners (powdered sweetener) and the fresh lemon juice until you have a smooth, pourable glaze. Drizzle this lovely glaze over your completely cooled scones before serving. Enjoy your healthy, homemade treat!
Notes
These delightful lemon ricotta scones are a fantastic keto-friendly and low-carb option for a healthy dessert or snack.
Nutrition per serving:
Calories: 167 kcal
Total Carbs: 5.8 g
Net Carbs: 3.3 g
Fats: 13.7 g
Protein: 7.2 g
Calories: 167 kcal
Total Carbs: 5.8 g
Net Carbs: 3.3 g
Fats: 13.7 g
Protein: 7.2 g
