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Almond Flour Carrot Cake Scones

Almond Flour Carrot Cake Scones
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Indulge in the delightful flavors of Almond Flour Carrot Cake Scones, a perfect blend of wholesome ingredients and comforting spices. These gluten-free treats are ideal for spring brunches or as a sweet snack to brighten your day. With a soft, tender texture and a touch of sweetness from maple syrup, they offer a healthier alternative to traditional pastries. Enhanced with aromatic cinnamon and ginger, these scones are sure to impress your guests while remaining easy enough for novice bakers. Enjoy them warm with a drizzle of orange glaze or paired with fresh fruit for an irresistible combination.

Ingredients

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  • 1 egg
  • 3/4 cup finely grated carrots
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1 tsp. vanilla extract
  • 2 1/3 cups almond flour
  • 1/2 cup shredded unsweetened coconut
  • 2 tsp. baking powder
  • 1 tsp. ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp. ground ginger
  • 1/4 tsp. ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 tsp. kosher salt
  • 1/3 cup solid coconut oil (at room temperature)
  • 3 Tbsp. finely chopped walnuts, plus more for garnish
  • 1 Tbsp. turbinado sugar
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 Tbsp. fresh squeezed orange juice
  • 1 tsp. grated orange zest

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the egg, maple syrup, grated carrots, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  3. In a large bowl, mix almond flour, shredded coconut, baking powder, ground spices, and salt until evenly blended.
  4. Incorporate room temperature coconut oil into the dry mixture until it resembles coarse meal.
  5. Combine the wet and dry mixtures using a rubber spatula; gently fold in chopped walnuts.
  6. Form the dough into an 8-inch round on the baking sheet and cut into 8 wedges.
  7. Bake for 23 to 25 minutes or until golden brown; allow cooling before glazing.
  8. Prepare glaze by mixing powdered sugar with orange juice and zest; drizzle over cooled scones.

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