Low Carb Cardamom Buns
Indulge in the warm, aromatic allure of these Low Carb Cardamom Buns—a gluten-free and keto-friendly twist on the classic Scandinavian treat. Made with a blend of almond and coconut flours, these buns are lightly sweetened with erythritol and infused with the exotic, spicy warmth of ground cardamom. Moist, tender, and perfectly balanced, they come together in just 15 minutes of prep and bake to golden perfection in 20 minutes. Optional cinnamon topping adds an extra layer of irresistible fragrance and flavor. Perfect for breakfast, snack time, or as a guilt-free dessert, these buns are a delightful, low-carb way to satisfy your sweet tooth while staying on track with your health goals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups almond flour
- 2 tablespoons coconut flour
- 0.25 cup erythritol or another low carb sweetener
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1.5 teaspoons ground cardamom
- 0.25 teaspoon sea salt
- 3 large eggs
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, combine the almond flour, coconut flour, erythritol, baking powder, ground cardamom, and sea salt. Mix them well using a whisk to break apart any lumps.
In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and add the melted butter, vanilla extract, and heavy cream. Whisk until all the wet ingredients are well combined.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring continuously until you get a soft dough.
Scoop up portions of the dough to form 10 equal sized balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart.
Gently flatten each ball slightly to form a round bun shape.
Sprinkle ground cinnamon over the top of each bun for a delightful fragrance and flavor (optional).
Bake the buns in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until they are golden brown and firm to the touch.
Remove the buns from the oven and allow them to cool slightly on a wire rack before serving.
Serve warm or at room temperature. Store any leftovers in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
265 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.6 g | 32% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.9 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 88 mg | 29% | |
| Sodium | 126 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.2 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.2 g | ||
| Protein | 7.0 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 61 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 195 mg | 4% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
