Servings: 8 large scones
Gluten Free Lemon Poppy Seed Scones
Grain-free, dairy-free paleo vegan lemon poppy seed scones are so easy to make and perfect for sharing for brunch! These healthy scones are made with all wholesome ingredients and include some hidden benefits, like healthy fats, fiber, and protein!
Ingredients
- 2 large eggs *
- 1/3 cup (78ml) avocado oil **
- ¾ cup (177ml) pure maple syrup
- 1.5 Tbsp lemon zest (2 to 3 fresh lemons, zested)
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp almond extract
- 4 cups (454g) almond flour
- ¾ cup (100g) tapioca flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 2 Tbsp poppy seeds
Optional Powder Sugar Glaze:
- 1 cup (100g) powdered sugar
- 2 Tbsp (30ml) water or lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix together the eggs, avocado oil, pure maple syrup, lemon zest, vanilla extract and almond extract together in a large mixing bowl until the wet ingredients are combined.
- In a separate bowl, stir together the almond flour, tapioca flour, baking powder, baking soda, and sea salt. Pour the dry ingredients into the bowl with the wet ingredients and mix well until a thick sticky dough forms. Stir in the poppy seeds until they are well distributed throughout the dough.
- Use your hands to form triangle shapes or two spoons to make drop scones. The dough is very sticky - this is normal. I make 8 large triangular scones, and have also used a scone mold as well.
- Bake on the center rack of the preheated oven for 18 to 22 minutes, or until the scones are golden brown.
- Remove the lemon poppy seed scones from the oven and allow them to cool to room temperature.
- If you’d like, make the optional glaze by stirring together the powdered sugar and water (or lemon juice). Drizzle the scones with lemon glaze, and enjoy!
Notes
*You can replace the eggs with flax eggs (2 tbsp ground flaxseed and 6 tablespoons water).
**Use melted coconut oil or 1/2 cup of melted butter instead of avocado oil if you'd like.
Nutrition
Serving: 1of 8, Calories: 353kcal, Carbohydrates: 38g, Protein: 4g, Fat: 23g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 15g, Fiber: 3g, Sugar: 20g