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    How To Make Awesome Flaky Paleo Scones!

    Published: Dated: September 18, 2015 Modified: Last Modified: July 19, 2021 Christine Galvani 19 Comments This post may contain affiliate links ·

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    These Paleo Scones (Paleo, gluten-free, dairy-free, grain-free) with almond flour taste so authentic, they disappear as soon as I make them.

    When starting a gluten-free diet, it did not enter my most vivid imagination that I would ever eat a scone again.

    Three Paleo Scones on a plate.

    How To Make Paleo Scones:

    I use a base recipe and then change the ingredients for the specific recipe I am making; in this case, cranberry and orange.

    1.  Gather the ingredients.  Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
    2. Tip:  try to have all ingredients at room temperature.

    ingredients for paleo scones on counter.

    3.  In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add all the ingredients and mix well to combine.

    Paleo scones dough in mixing bowl.

    4.  Place the dough ball on a parchment-lined baking pan.

    Tip:  if the dough is too sticky, add a bit more almond flour.

    Paleo scones dough on parchment lined baking sheet pan.

    5.  Mold and flatten to the dough into a round shape.

     

    Paleo scones dough rolled into a round on baking sheet.

    6.  Cut the round shape into four pieces.

    Tip:  You can shape the dough and pieces into any shape you like (square, round, etc…)

    Paleo scones dough cut into four pieces on baking sheet pan.

    7.  Separate scones with at least an inch between them while baking.

    Paleo scones freshly baked out of oven on baking sheet.

    8.  Bake for approximately 25 minutes until slightly browned tops.

    9.  Add glaze and eat warm or let cool.

    Paleo scones with icing on baking sheet.

    Paleo Glaze For Scones:

    Ingredients for Icing on counter.

    1. In a small mixing bowl, add 1/4 cup organic confectioners sugar and 1/2-1 teaspoon fresh orange juice.
    2. Whisk these ingredients until the icing is smooth and pourable.
    3. You may need to add a bit of sugar or orange juice to get the desired consistency.
    4. An alternative to orange juice is unsweetened almond milk or another non-dairy milk.

    Tip:  For the maple glaze, use almond milk instead of orange juice and add 1 teaspoon of maple syrup.

    Icing for Paleo scones in glass bowl with whisk.

    Helpful Baking Tips:

    • Tip:  try to have all ingredients at room temperature.
    • Tip:  if the dough is too sticky, add a bit more almond flour.
    • Tip:  You can shape the dough and pieces into any shape you like (square, round, etc…)
    • For Chocolate Chip Paleo Scones – replace the cranberries and orange with dairy-free chocolate chips.
    • Try Savory Paleo Scones by making the basic scone recipe (without additional flavors).  Add fresh herbs, or perhaps chopped bacon.  Or make a breakfast sandwich.  I like to enjoy plain paleo scones with jam!
    • Pumpkin Paleo Scones – working on this recipe!
    • Paleo Raspberry Orange Scones – replace the cranberries with dried raspberries.
    • Paleo Blueberry Scones with Maple Glaze – Base recipe without flavorings (cranberries and orange), then add blueberries (fresh works best).  See the above recipe for maple glaze.

    Looking for other amazing Paleo recipes? Check these out!

    • Gluten-Free Blueberry Scones
    • Paleo Apple Crisp
    • Cinnamon Raisin Scones
    • Cranberry Nut Granola
    • Cranberry Orange Sauce

    ★ Did you make this recipe? Please give it a star rating below!

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    Awesome Paleo Scones-So Easy!
    Prep Time
    10 mins
    Cook Time
    20 mins
    Total Time
    30 mins
     

    These delicious Paleo Scones (grain, gluten and dairy free) taste so amazing!  Try with a bit of your favorite jam, jelly or ghee.  They are delicious with a bit of glaze as well.

    Course: Breakfast, Breakfast Scone, Brunch, Glaze Sauce, Scone
    Cuisine: American, Breakfast
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 454 kcal
    Author: Christine Galvani
    Ingredients
    • 1 1/3 cup blanched almond flour
    • 1/2 cup arrowroot flour
    • 1 teaspoon baking powder
    • 1/8 teaspoon salt
    • 1/4 cup coconut oil
    • 1 large egg
    • 3 tablespoons maple syrup
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 1 tablespoon orange zest
    • 1/3 cup dried cranberries (add more if you prefer)
    • glaze
    • 1/4 cup confectioners sugar (gluten-free brand) (I use an organic brand with ingredients of just sugar and tapioca starch)
    • 1/2 - 1 teaspoon about 1/2 of orange juiced (can also use almond milk)
    Instructions
    1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
    2. Prepare a baking pan by lining with parchment paper.
    3. In a medium-sized mixing bowl, place the dry ingredients and whisk until all (or most) lumps are gone. Almond flour tends to have lumps.

    4. Then add the rest of the ingredients and mix well (I use a large spatula).
    5. Place mixture onto the prepared baking sheet with parchment and shape into a circular round about 1 inch in thickness. Cut into four - six pieces.
    6. Separate pieces so they are not touching and can bake this way.
    7. Bake for 20 minutes or until slightly browned on top.
    8. Let cool and serve. Can be stored in airtight container.
    Recipe Notes

    Optional: top with glaze once cooled. To make glaze, place confectioners sugar and orange juice in a bowl and whisk until it forms a smooth glaze.  You may need to add a little more sugar or orange juice to get the right consistency.  An alternative to orange juice is almond milk or another non-dairy milk.

    Helpful Baking Tips:

    • Tip:  try to have all ingredients room temperature.
    • Tip:  if the dough is too sticky, add a bit more almond flour.
    • Tip:  You can shape the dough and pieces into any shape you like (square, round, etc...)
    • For Chocolate Chip Paleo Scones - replace the cranberries and orange with dairy-free chocolate chips.
    • Try Savory Paleo Scones by making the basic scone recipe (without additional flavors).  Perhaps, add fresh herbs, chopped bacon.  Or make a breakfast sandwich.  I like to enjoy plain paleo scones with jam!
    Nutrition Facts
    Awesome Paleo Scones-So Easy!
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 454 Calories from Fat 252
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 28g43%
    Saturated Fat 13g65%
    Cholesterol 40mg13%
    Sodium 91mg4%
    Potassium 149mg4%
    Carbohydrates 47g16%
    Fiber 4g16%
    Sugar 24g27%
    Protein 7g14%
    Vitamin A 60IU1%
    Vitamin C 2.1mg3%
    Calcium 131mg13%
    Iron 1.4mg8%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

    Update Notes:  This post was originally published on September 18, 2015, but was republished with an updated recipe, new photos, step-by-step instructions and photos, baking tips, and a video in November 2018.

    Recipe adapted from Paleo Blueberry Scones.
     
     

     

     

     

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    About Christine Galvani

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    1. KJ

      August 4, 2018 at 12:22 pm

      5 stars
      Made these substituting Lemon and fresh Blueberries for the orange and cranberries. Doubled recipe but divided into two and cut each into 6 pieces. Make sure to use large enough pan to separate at least 1/2 inch. No glaze needed IMHO.

      Reply
      • Christine

        August 6, 2018 at 10:19 am

        Hi KJ! Sounds great with blueberries and lemon. Glad you liked the recipe!

        Reply
    2. Margaret

      April 25, 2018 at 7:46 pm

      I know this is an older recipe but I’m wondering, when recipes call for coconut oil, are you supposed to measure in liquid or solid form.

      Reply
      • Christine

        April 26, 2018 at 8:35 am

        Hi Margaret! For this recipe, I use melted coconut oil. Enjoy! 🙂

        Reply
    3. Robin Rezendes

      September 1, 2017 at 11:58 am

      5 stars
      I love these scones because they are as tender and orang-y as promised. However, to give them a different scone shape, I dropped the scones on the parchment covered cooke sheet and then refrigerated them for about 20 minutes so that they would hold their shape. I also reduced the temperature to 325° and cooked them for about 14 minutes; I think my oven runs hot!

      Reply
      • Christine

        September 3, 2017 at 10:55 am

        Hi Robin! I love what you did with these scones and can’t wait to try the same! So glad you liked the scones! 🙂

        Reply
    4. Alisia

      August 31, 2017 at 6:20 pm

      Can the almond flour be substituted for coconut flour to make it AIP?

      Reply
    5. Elizabeth @ SugarHero.com

      February 5, 2017 at 1:53 am

      These look delicious! I never would have guessed that you could make such tempting grain-free scones–pinning this for my gluten-free friends!

      Reply
      • Christine

        February 5, 2017 at 9:40 am

        Thanks Elizabeth!

        Reply
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