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    Home » Muffins & Scones » Keto Key Lime Scones

    Published: Mar 7, 2021 by Carolyn

    Keto Key Lime Scones

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    Key lime lovers, this one’s for you! These tangy keto key lime scones are a tropical taste sensation.

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    Glazed sugar free scones on a cooling rack over a white table.

    You know I have a thing for scones, right? I’ve always loved these tender, slightly crumbly baked goods. And I am always looking for new and different flavor variations.

    These tangy sweet Key Lime Scones are my latest offering to all my fellow scone lovers out there.

    So many fun flavors!

    I am the self appointed queen of keto scones. I guarantee you that I’ve got more low carb scone recipes than any other recipe creator out there. Mind you’ve I’ve been doing this for 11 year so I have a bit of a head start!

    I have 22 different low carb, sugar free scone recipes here on the blog. And that doesn’t even include the many others I have created for other sites and for my keto cookbooks!

    A few of my most popular scone recipes include my classic Keto Blueberry Scones, and my Starbucks copycat Keto Maple Pecan Scones. I even have some savory recipes like these Keto Ham & Cheese Scones.

    Close up shot of glaze being drizzled over a keto key lime scone.

    Key limes vs. Persian limes

    I’m always on the hunt for new flavor ideas for these sweet biscuit-like baked goods. And citrus and scones go so well together. So why not go full on tropical and add some key lime zest and juice?

    I love those little tiny key limes. They’re so cute and tart, and slightly less acidic than the standard Persian limes.

    But if you’ve ever tried to work with them, you know that they are a pain in the butt to squeeze. They’re so small that you only get a few teaspoons of juice out of each one. So baking with them takes a bit of patience.

    If you want to make these scones with regular limes, that’s completely acceptable! You can also purchase pre-squeezed key lime juice.

    Top down image of keto key lime scones on a cooling rack.

    How to make Key Lime Scones

    The base of this recipe is very similar to my Keto Cranberry Orange Scones, which results in a truly tender consistency. Here are my best tips for getting it right.

    The flours

    I use a combination of almond and coconut flour here. It’s one I’ve used frequently as I feel it gives the best texture that most resembles classic scones.

    The sweetener

    I recommend an erythritol based sweetener such as Swerve, as other sweeteners like allulose will make your scones too soft. You can do that if you wish but you’ve been warned!

    Chilled butter

    Cutting in chilled butter helps give keto scones a slightly more crumbly texture. Conventional scones use the same method and it works for these as well.

    Lime zest

    Whether you are using key limes or standard limes, do not skip the zest! It boosts the lime flavor tremendously.

    Offset spatula

    I cannot recommend one of these little kitchen gadgets enough. They are invaluable to me! I have a kitchen full of expensive equipment and this may be the tool I reach for the most. It’s ideal for spreading frosting but also for wiggling under fragile unbaked scones.

    Silicone mats

    I also recommend silicone baking mats for protecting the bottoms of your keto baked goods. Parchment paper is a decent alternative but the mats are so useful and help reduce kitchen waste.

    A key lime scone on a white plate with some berries, over a green napkin.

    More delicious keto lime recipes

    • Keto Key Lime Pie Bars
    • Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice
    • Chile Lime Keto Steak Bites
    • Sugar Free Raspberry Limeade
    • Coconut Lime Coolers
    • Key Lime Pound Cake
    Glazed sugar free scones on a cooling rack over a white table.

    Keto Key Lime Scones

    Key lime lovers, this one's for you! These tangy keto key lime scones are a tropical taste sensation.
    5 from 8 votes
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    Course: Breakfast
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: keto scones, key lime scones
    Prep Time: 13 minutes
    Cook Time: 22 minutes
    Total Time: 35 minutes
    Servings: 8 scones
    Calories: 201kcal

    Ingredients

    Scones

    • 1 ½ cups almond flour
    • ⅓ cup granulated Swerve Sweetener
    • ¼ cup coconut flour
    • 2 teaspoon baking powder
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • ¼ cup butter, chilled and cut into small pieces
    • 1 large egg
    • 2 teaspoon key lime zest
    • 3 tablespoon key lime juice
    • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

    Glaze

    • ¼ cup powdered Swerve Sweetener
    • 1 to 2 tablespoon key lime juice

    Instructions

    Scones

    • Preheat the oven to 325F and line a large baking sheet with a silicone mat. Lightly grease the baking mat.
    • In a large bowl, whisk together the almond flour, sweetener, coconut flour, baking powder, and salt. Using a pastry cutter or two sharp knives, cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
    • Stir in the egg, lime zest, lime juice, and vanilla extract until thoroughly combined.
    • Turn the dough out onto the prepared baking sheet and pat into a 7-inch circle. Use a very sharp knife to cut into 8 wedges, cutting straight down, rather than dragging the knife through the dough.
    • Wiggle under each wedge with a knife or offset spatula, and spread the scones around the baking sheet. Bake 18 to 22 minutes, until the edges are golden brown and the tops are firm to the touch.
    • Remove and let cool completely on the pan.

    Glaze

    • In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sweetener and enough lime juice to create a drizzling consistency. Drizzle over the cooled scones.
    Nutrition Facts
    Keto Key Lime Scones
    Amount Per Serving (1 scone)
    Calories 201 Calories from Fat 152
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 16.9g26%
    Carbohydrates 7.7g3%
    Fiber 3.5g14%
    Protein 5.9g12%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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    Nutritional Disclaimer

    Please note that I am not a medical or nutritional professional. I am simply recounting and sharing my own experiences on this blog. Nothing I express here should be taken as medical advice and you should consult with your doctor before starting any diet or exercise program. I provide nutritional information for my recipes simply as a courtesy to my readers. It is calculated using MacGourmet software and I remove erythritol from the final carb count and net carb count, as it does not affect my own blood glucose levels. I do my best to be as accurate as possible but you should independently calculate nutritional information on your own before relying on them. I expressly disclaim any and all liability of any kind with respect to any act or omission wholly or in part in reliance on anything contained in this website.

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    1. Jessica says

      November 02, 2022 at 6:21 pm

      5 stars
      Omg these are divine! The texture is absolutely spot on and the lime glaze really makes it. Thank you for these! I’m so excited to have them at work tomorrow with my coffee ???? Already thinking about what I’ll me baking for next week too!

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    2. Jennifer says

      January 16, 2022 at 2:37 pm

      5 stars
      I just made these. My husband and I loved them. I give these a 10 out of 10!
      Going to try all your other scone recipes now.

      Reply
    3. Michele says

      November 11, 2021 at 3:45 pm

      Lovely afternoon treat!
      (Especially with a gin & tonic on the side, pretending we’re British on a rainy gray day!)

      Reply
    4. Jennifer says

      April 19, 2021 at 7:08 pm

      5 stars
      These are the BEST scones ever!! For breakfast or dessert, they’re incredible!

      Reply
    5. Beth says

      April 19, 2021 at 8:43 am

      5 stars
      My daughter and I love these, and they are so addicting! Key lime anything is always our favorite! Definitely going to make these again very soon!

      Reply
    6. Eden says

      April 19, 2021 at 6:54 am

      5 stars
      These were fantastic! The flavor is perfect and the almond flour in them is so good. We can’t wait to make them again!

      Reply
    7. Pam Bradley says

      March 19, 2021 at 8:49 pm

      I thought I ruined these. I was making these and your Key lime pound cake . I had both recipes out at the same time. I ended up putting 1/2 cup of butter in the scones. They just spread out a little bit. They really taste good. So I found out you can’t mess it up.

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      • Carolyn says

        March 20, 2021 at 8:28 am

        Well glad they worked out!

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    8. Amy E Pruitt says

      March 14, 2021 at 4:07 pm

      Can you use vegan butter?

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      • Carolyn says

        March 14, 2021 at 7:08 pm

        I honestly don’t know but I can’t see why it wouldn’t work.

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    9. Tricia says

      March 13, 2021 at 5:02 pm

      5 stars
      My husband’s review was that it tastes just like a scone and that the glaze is wonderful. I have to agree. The glaze is a must. I’m trying to figure out what else I can use it with.

      Reply
    10. Annette Lee says

      March 07, 2021 at 1:16 pm

      5 stars
      You are the best. I so appreciate the time, money and energy you have put into developing these recipes and sharing them with us! I have to eat low carb and these have been a true life saver! We have truly loved every one that we have tried and your cookbooks are a must have! Thanks so much!????????❤️

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        March 07, 2021 at 1:45 pm

        Thank you!

        Reply
    11. Lisa says

      March 07, 2021 at 11:24 am

      5 stars
      Simple.Delicious. Guilt-free.
      Fantastic recipe and my new go-to for an amazing lime zing scone!

      Reply

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