Keto Cranberry Orange Scones – Gluten & Dairy-Free

These easy keto cranberry orange scones are bursting with the bright flavor of orange and cranberries. The drizzle of orange-perfumed glaze will have you thinking you are cheating.

But you are not since these scones are sugar-free, grain-free, gluten-free, and keto-friendly. Allowing you to stay in the ketosis zone and still feel indulgent.

But you are not since these scones are sugar-free, grain-free, gluten-free, and keto-friendly. Allowing you to stay in the ketosis zone and still feel indulgent.

I love how easy it is to make keto scones, and this recipe comes just in time for the fall/winter holidays. Who agrees with me that creating keto-friendly recipes that are delicious is a must during the festive seasons of our lives? 

Not only do my recipes have to be yummy enough to keep me on course, but they also need to be simple, low-carb recipes.

With this in mind, I can’t think of a better way to celebrate Christmas morning than with a quick, low-carb cranberry scone recipe to help wake up your loved ones.

That’s right; it’s a keto recipe that your entire family will welcome.

One peek into our keto recipes, and you can see that clearly, this girl loves her scones. I have a growing list of low-carb scones that I am sure I would please. 

This recipe uses fresh cranberries since dried cranberries can be loaded with sugar unless you have the time to make your own, which frankly takes a little more commitment than I am willing to put forth this time of year.

So fresh, tangy cranberries it is. 

For some years, finding fresh cranberries has been a challenge. That’s why, as soon as they hit the stores, I load up my freezer with bags to ensure I have them always on hand.

The best part of freezing cranberries is that they are always available.

Plus, you can use frozen cranberries straight from the freezer. That’s right, there’s no need to defrost them. I told you this was an easy recipe. 

If that’s not enough, this cranberry orange scone recipe clocks in at only 4.4 g net carbs per serving!

• Almond flour
• Coconut Flour
• Unsalted butter, melted
• Eggs, room temperature
• Sour cream, full-fat
• Granulated sugar-substitute
• Confectioner’s sugar substitute for the glaze
• Baking powder
• Salt
• Fresh orange zest
• Orange extract
• Lemon juice
• Heavy cream
• Fresh or frozen cranberries

The Tools You’ll Need 

With only a few baking tools, you can easily make these scones; the following is what I recommend. 

• Mixing bowls
• 9-inch cast-iron skillet or 9-inch baking pan
• Electric mixer
• Spatula

I’m a great fan of using a cast-iron skillet when making my scones. I feel that the scones bake more evenly, and it allows for the scones to have a perfect crust.

But if you don’t yet own one, you can alternatively use a cake pan. It just won’t produce the same texture.

To make these holiday cranberry orange scones, start by preheating your oven to 375 degrees. Then, grease a 9-inch cast-iron skillet with butter or melted coconut oil.

Melt the unsalted butter and set it aside to cool. In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to combine the sugar substitute, melted butter, orange zest, orange extract, and eggs.

Once mixed, fold in the sour cream until well combined. 

Next, add the dry ingredients—almond flour, coconut flour, baking powder, and sea salt to the wet mixture—stirring until everything is fully incorporated.

Gently fold in fresh or frozen cranberries—there’s no need to defrost if using frozen. 

Spread the batter evenly into your prepared skillet or a greased round 9-inch cake pan if you don’t have a cast-iron skillet. 

Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes clean and golden brown.

Once baked, you can store your keto cranberry scones in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze them for up to three weeks. 

For the sugar-free orange glaze, mix the confectioner’s sugar substitute with two tablespoons of lemon juice and half a teaspoon of orange extract in a small bowl.

Start with one tablespoon of heavy whipping cream and gradually add one to two tablespoons of heavy cream to achieve your desired consistency.

Drizzle the glaze over the thoroughly cooled scones, sprinkle with orange zest, and let the glaze set before enjoying your delicious treat!

The Sugar Substitute Options

When it comes to choosing which sugar substitute to use for these sugar-free scones, I have several for you to choose from.

My favorite sugar substitute is Lakanto Monk Fruitbecause the texture is spot on, and there is barely any aftertaste. It is a monk fruit and erythritol blend, and it’s one to try if you have not done so.

Lakanto Monk Fruit’s sweetness comes from antioxidants called mogrosides instead of fructose or sucrose. This makes it a great all-natural sugar substitute. Plus, it has zero calories and zero glycemic index. 

I’m also partial to Swerve, an erythritol blend. Similar to Lakanto, it has no bitter aftertaste and measures just like sugar.

It’s also a sugar substitute that browns and caramelizes just like sugar.

Swerve is made from ingredients found in select fruits and starchy root vegetables and contains no artificial ingredients, preservatives, or flavors. It’s a sugar alcohol that has a 0 % impact on blood sugar.

You could also use the stevia and erythritol-based brand Pyure for these cranberry orange scones. But if you decide to use Pyure, you will want to use half the amount called for in this recipe since it’s a much sweeter option.

Lastly, if you can easily find a more natural sugar substitute, you can also use Splendawith great success.

However, when it comes to keto orange icing for these cranberry scones you will have to use a confectioner sugar substitute. Both Lakantoand Swervehave great ones for you to choose from.

Nutrition Information:

 Yield: 10 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 215 Total Fat: 17.6 g Saturated Fat: 6.2g Cholesterol: 70mg Sodium: 67mg Carbohydrates: 6.9g Net Carbohydrates: 4.4g Fiber: 2.5g Sugar: 1.6g Protein: 6g