Keto Mocha Scones

If you're a fan of rich chocolate and bold coffee flavors, these keto mocha scones are going to be your new go-to treat.

They bring together everything you love about a coffeehouse pastry: tender texture, decadent taste, and a touch of sweetness, and without the sugar or carbs.

Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a afternoon snack, these gluten-free scones are also topped with a vanilla glaze for the perfect finishing touch.

If you are a scone lover doing keto, I have a growing collection of keto scones with many flavor variations. So be sure to check them out, too.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

These low-carb mocha scones are moist and tender thanks to the use of almond flour, coconut flour, and sour cream, which create a bakery-style texture without any grains or gluten.

The fact that this is a no-roll scone recipe, means you can enjoy them on the regular.

With a combination of espresso, cocoa powder, and sugar-free chocolate chips, each bite delivers a deep mocha flavor that's indulgent yet keto-friendly.

The vanilla glaze adds a creamy contrast that makes these scones taste like a treat straight from your favorite café.

Ingredients You'll Need For Mocha Keto Scones

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The following are the ingredients needed to make this recipe. Note the full printable recipe card is at the bottom of the page.

For The Low-Carb Mocha Scones

• Finely milled almond flour
• Coconut flour
• Granulated sugar substitute
• Full-fat sour cream
• Brewed espresso coffee
• Cocoa powder
• Unsalted butter
• Baking chocolate
• Eggs
• Baking powder
• Vanilla extract
• Salt
• Instant espresso powder
• Sugar-free chocolate chips

For The Sugar-Free Vanilla Glaze:

• Confectioners' sugar substitute
• Vanilla extract
• Heavy whipping cream
• Sea salt
  

How to Make Keto-Friendly Mocha Scones

To start, preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 10-inch cast-iron skillet or round cake pan with butter.

Melt the butter together with the baking chocolate in the microwave using 20-second intervals, stirring between each, or use a double boiler if you prefer. Let the mixture cool before moving on.

In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to blend the granulated sugar substitute with the cooled chocolate-butter mixture and the eggs.

Add in the sour cream, brewed espresso, and vanilla extract, mixing until everything is well combined.

Next, incorporate the dry ingredients: almond flour, coconut flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, instant espresso powder, and salt.

Stir everything together until a smooth, thick batter forms. Gently fold in the sugar-free chocolate chips to distribute them evenly throughout the batter.

Spread the batter evenly into the greased skillet or cake pan and smooth out the top. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Once done, allow the scones to cool completely in the pan before glazing.

To make the vanilla glaze, mix the confectioners' sugar substitute with vanilla extract, sea salt, and two to three tablespoons of room-temperature heavy cream.

Start with two tablespoons of cream and add more as needed to reach your desired consistency.

Drizzle the glaze over the cooled scones and let it set before serving. If you want a finishing touch, you can dust the tops with a light sprinkle of espresso powder.

Tips and Variations

• Add chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans for extra crunch.
• Try hazelnut extract instead of vanilla for a fun flavor twist.
• Freeze extra slices for quick, keto-friendly snacks on busy mornings.

Storage

Store your keto mocha scones in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days.

For longer storage, freeze individual portions for up to three weeks. Just thaw at room temperature or gently warm in a toaster oven before serving.

Best Sugar Substitutes For Sugar-Free Mocha Scones

My top choice is a monk fruit/erythritol blend. My personal favorite is Lakanto's brand. But you can also use Swerve an erythritol sugar substitute.

You could also use the stevia and erythritol-based brand Pyure for most of my baked goods. However, I will add that I am not a fan of stevia-based ingredients in chocolate. I just find that it intensifies the aftertaste.

If you still plan on using Pyure, you will want to use half the amount called for in this recipe since it's a much sweeter choice.

Lastly, if you can't easily find a more natural sugar substitute, you can also use Splenda for baking. It will work with great success.

I know not everyone would agree with me here, and I respect that, but in my book, it's still better than regular sugar.

Regarding the keto vanilla glaze, you will have to use a confectioner's sugar substitute. Both Lakanto and Swerve have great ones to choose from.

For more information on what are the best sugar substitutes to use on the keto diet, be sure to check out our guide.

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