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    Home » Bread Recipes » Keto Biscuits - Gluten Free and Low Carb

    Keto Biscuits - Gluten Free and Low Carb

    Published: Sep 6, 2021 by Wendy Polisi Modified: Oct 26, 2022 · 1223 words. · About 7 minutes to read this article.

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    If you peek inside my kitchen on any given Saturday morning, chances are you will find me making these Keto Biscuits. They are everything a biscuit should be. Served with Sausage Gravy, it is the best breakfast I know. The whole family loves these - they are the perfect way to kick the weekend off.

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    Is your family keto? Mine isn't!

    Lately, one of my goals has been to reduce the number of carbohydrates they are consuming. I don't plan to put them on a keto diet, but rather limit the white carbs void of nutrition. 

    It is a huge win when I come up with low-carb grain-free recipes that are so good that they ask me to make them again and again.

    These Keto Biscuits are one of them.

    They have become a bit of a habit around our house, and I think many of you will agree that there isn't a better start to the weekend! I would go so far as to say that this is my favorite keto breakfast.

    There is absolute satisfaction in seeing your family gobble down low-carb biscuits and claim that they are the best biscuits ever.

    I like to serve them with Keto Sausage Gravy for a complete meal that is deliciously low in carbs.

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    Ingredients for Making Keto Biscuits and Gravy

    • Almond Flour:  Make sure you use super-fine almond flour and not almond meal. Bob's Red Mill is my go-to brand.
    • Baking Powder:  Check the label as some brands contain gluten or corn.
    • Seasonings: I like to add garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Old Bay Seasoning is another great option and may be used in place of the garlic powder.
    • Xanthan Gum:  This helps the biscuits hold together.
    • Butter:  I recommend unsalted butter to avoid the end result being too salty.
    • Egg:  I used a large egg.
    • Heavy Cream:  If you are low carb and not keto, half and half may be substituted. I do not recommend using almond milk as the biscuits flatten out too much.
    • Cheese:  This is optional but recommended.

    Variations

    • Add 2 tablespoons of chopped chives or 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme.
    • Use Swiss cheese in place of the cheddar.
    • Use Parmesan in place of the cheddar, and add a teaspoon of minced garlic and a teaspoon of dried oregano.
    • Add 2 seeded and diced Jalapenos, and use pepper jack in place of the cheddar.
    • Make garlic butter rather than plain butter for using to brush the tops of the biscuits. To do this, add ¼ teaspoon garlic powder to the butter.

    Tips & Tricks

    • I recommend using freshly grated cheese to make keto cheddar biscuits to avoid unnecessary additives that pre-shredded cheese has. The larger home-shredded cheese helps the biscuits keep their shape better.
    • I have tried substituting almond milk for a portion of heavy cream, but I found this lead to a flatter biscuit.
    • If you have problems with them spreading out too much, you can always make them in a muffin tin or English muffin mold. (But I did not find this was necessary.
    • Don't substitute coconut flour for almond flour - the two cannot be used interchangeably.

    Frequently Asked Questions 

    Can These Biscuits Be Made Ahead of Time?


    I love these straight from the oven. Leftovers - if you have them - will keep for up to a week in the refrigerator or can be frozen for up to two months. Place them in a zip-top bag and press all of the air out.

    Can I Make This Recipe Without a Cookie Cutter?


    Yes, you can form the dough with your hands, use a round glass, or you can bake these in a lined muffin tin. A large cookie scoop works too.

    Are These Keto Cheese Biscuits Exactly Like Regular Biscuits?


    No, not exactly. While they are light and utterly delicious, the texture is a bit different, thanks to the lack of gluten and starches. They are delicious but not nearly as flakey or tender as a traditional Southern biscuit. (But honestly, they are better than the biscuits that I have had at many restaurants.

    Is Buttermilk On The Keto Diet?


    As a Southerner, I would have loved to use buttermilk here. Unfortunately, it is low and fat and not ideally suited for the keto diet.

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      • 2 ½ inch cookie cutter
      • Bowls
      • Baking Sheet

      Storage

      Store these in the refrigerator for up to four days.

      How to Make Keto Biscuits

      Start by placing your oven rack in the middle, and preheating your oven to 350 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. 

      In a large bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients. (Almond flour, baking powder, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and xanthan gum.)

      Photo of the dry ingredients for keto biscuits.
      Photo of wet ingredients for keto biscuits.

      In another bowl, whisk together 1 tablespoon of the butter, egg, and heavy cream.

      Add the wet mixture to the dry mix and stir until it comes together.

      Photo of wet and dry ingredients for keto biscuits being stirred together in a bowl.
      Photo of cheese being added to keto biscuit mixture.

      Stir in the cheese.

      Press the mixture out on a sheet of parchment paper. Using a 2 ½ inch cookie cutter, cut the dough into biscuits. Reform and continue cutting until all of the dough is used.

      Photo of keto biscuits being cut out.
      Photo of butter being brushed on top of keto biscuits that are on a baking sheet ready to go in the oven.
      Photo of cheese being sprinkled on top of keto biscuits on a baking sheet ready for the oven.

      Arrange the biscuits on a baking sheet and brush with the remaining butter.

      If desired, top with more cheese. Bake for about 30 minutes, until the tops are golden brown.

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        Keto Biscuits

        Everyone - even those not on a low carb diet - loves these Keto Biscuits! I am not sure that there is a better way to start the day than with fresh fluffy biscuits served with sausage gravy.
        Prep Time20 mins
        Cook Time30 mins
        Total Time50 mins
        Course: Bread, Breakfast
        Cuisine: American
        Keyword: bread
        Servings: 10
        Calories: 286kcal
        Author: Wendy Polisi
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        Equipment

        • 2 ½ inch cookie cutter
        • Bowls
        • Baking Sheet

        Ingredients

        • 10 ounces super-fine almond flour 2 ¼ cup plus 2 tablespoons
        • 1 ½ tablespoons baking powder
        • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
        • 1 teaspoon sea salt
        • ½ teaspoon black pepper
        • ¼ teaspoon xanthan gum
        • 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter divided
        • 1 egg
        • ¾ cup heavy cream
        • ¾ cup shredded cheddar cheese plus more of topping if desired

        Instructions

        • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Adjust the oven rack to the middle.
        • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
        • In a large bowl whisk together the almond flour, baking powder, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and xanthan gum.
        • In another bowl, whisk together 1 tablespoon of the butter, egg, and heavy cream.
        • Add the wet mixture to the dry mixture and stir until the mixture comes together.
        • Stir in the cheese.
        • Press out the mixture on a sheet of parchment paper.
        • Using a 2 ½-inch cookie cutter, cut the dough into biscuits. Reform the dough and continue cutting until all of the dough is used.
        • Arrange the biscuits on the baking sheet and brush with the remaining  tablespoon of butter.
        • Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, rotating the pan halfway through.

        Nutrition

        Calories: 286kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 56mg | Sodium: 303mg | Potassium: 213mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 441IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 213mg | Iron: 1mg

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        1. Jo

          November 11, 2019 at 3:00 pm

          These sound delicious,. My question is is the cheese necessary? For having with gravy I would prefer not having the cheddar cheese flavor--i would love that for another meal. If cheese is necessary, would mozzarella would be a good substitue?

          Reply
          • Wendy Polisi

            December 22, 2019 at 11:35 am

            No - this works just fine without it. I've made it many times that way.

            Reply
        2. Brenda Walker

          December 21, 2019 at 4:14 pm

          5 stars
          These sound wonderful. Do you think they would work with full fat canned coconut milk instead of heavy cream?

          Reply
          • Wendy Polisi

            December 22, 2019 at 11:36 am

            I haven't tried it that way, but I believe it would work just fine. Canned coconut milk is my go-to substitute for heavy cream when I need to make something dairy free.

            Reply
        3. Kimberly

          January 01, 2020 at 2:53 pm

          I’m thinking about making these for a friend. Could I use whole milk instead of heavy cream?

          Reply
          • Wendy Polisi

            January 01, 2020 at 3:01 pm

            I haven't tested it since milk isn't keto, but that should work fine and the carbs would still be fairly low if that is of concern.

            Reply
        4. Chrissy

          December 01, 2020 at 7:43 pm

          5 stars
          These are awesome! Thanks for the sharing. I put mine in a greased muffin tin and they popped right out when done and they were perfect. Is the serving size one biscuit? Thanks again. I love these!

          Reply
          • Wendy Polisi

            December 02, 2020 at 12:49 pm

            What a great idea! Yes - one biscuit is a serving.

            Reply
        5. Ann

          June 24, 2021 at 8:15 pm

          5 stars
          Perfect for the low-carb/keto diet!

          Reply
        6. Robin Donovan

          June 24, 2021 at 9:49 pm

          5 stars
          These are so good! I can't stop eating them.

          Reply
        7. Hne

          June 25, 2021 at 3:26 pm

          5 stars
          Coming from a bread loving family these are perfect subs for when we would have had biscuits!

          Reply
        8. Victoria Dettra

          September 16, 2021 at 11:58 am

          biscuits and sausage gravy is one of the hubby’s favorites, and subbing these biscuits in would be great! How thick to Pat the dough out to in step 7?

          Reply
        9. Bernard

          February 21, 2022 at 1:20 am

          My daughter is allergic to tree nuts. Is there something else I can substitute for the almond flour? Thanks!

          Reply
          • Wendy Polisi

            March 02, 2022 at 5:00 pm

            I would try to find a recipe that uses ingredients that she can have because there is no close substitute.

            Reply
        10. Dianne HILL

          May 01, 2022 at 9:27 am

          5 stars
          Fabulous information for us new to keto

          Reply
        11. Relle

          November 14, 2022 at 2:49 pm

          5 stars
          This sounds amazing. I can't wait to try it!

          Reply
        12. Stef

          November 14, 2022 at 8:19 pm

          5 stars
          A Keto knockout! These were so flavorful and so perfect. Thanks for a great way to get to comfort food while eating Keto.

          Reply
        13. Genevieve

          November 14, 2022 at 9:43 pm

          5 stars
          I never knew you could make biscuits with almond flour! Wonderful recipe. Thank you!

          Reply
        14. Journa Liz Ramirez

          November 15, 2022 at 2:23 pm

          5 stars
          Keto biscuits are always a crowd favorite! They're so easy to make and flavorful. Thanks Wendy for this wonderful recipe, must-try!

          Reply
        15. Deborah

          December 31, 2022 at 5:34 pm

          Question: will a flax egg substitute well for the egg-sensitive?

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          • Wendy Polisi

            December 31, 2022 at 5:45 pm

            I have not tried this, so I can’t say. I have used flax eggs, and typically they work with a slight deterioration in texture. My guess would be this would do the same.

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