Perfect Keto Biscuits: Fluffy, Buttery, and Just 2g Net Carbs!

Key Information

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 12-15 minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes

Servings: 8 biscuits

Difficulty: Easy

Cost: Around $5 per batch

Dietary Tags

Keto
Gluten-free
Low-carb (2g net carbs per biscuit)
Grain-free

Organized kitchen counter with ingredients like almond flour, eggs, butter in bowls for cooking.

Equipment Needed

Large mixing bowl
Baking sheet
Parchment paper
Measuring cups and spoons
Alternative: Silicone baking mat instead of parchment

Ingredients

For the Biscuits:

2½ cups blanched almond flour (280g)
2 teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon sea salt
2 large eggs, room temperature
¼ cup sour cream (60g)
4 tablespoons melted butter (56g)

Optional Garlic Butter Topping:

2 tablespoons melted butter
½ teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried parsley

Mixing bowls with wet and dry ingredients on a marble countertop under natural lighting

Method

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
Line baking sheet with parchment paper
Mix dry ingredients in large bowl:
- Almond flour
- Baking powder
- Salt
Whisk wet ingredients in separate bowl:
- Eggs
- Sour cream
- Melted butter
Combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed (don’t overmix!)
Scoop 8 equal portions onto prepared baking sheet
Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown
Optional: Brush with garlic butter while hot

Portioned raw biscuit dough evenly spaced on a parchment lined baking sheet

Crucial Tips

Use room temperature ingredients for best mixing
Don’t overmix – stop when just combined
Space biscuits 2 inches apart on baking sheet
Look for golden brown tops as doneness indicator

Freshly baked golden brown biscuits on a rustic baking sheet with steam rising

Storage & Variations

Storage:

Room temperature: 2 days
Refrigerated: 1 week
Frozen: 6 months

Variations:

Add 1 cup shredded cheddar for cheese biscuits
Mix in fresh herbs for savory version
Add 1 teaspoon sweetener for breakfast style

Common Mistakes to Avoid:

Using cold ingredients
Overmixing the dough
Overcrowding the baking sheet
Using regular flour instead of almond flour

Cross section of a fluffy keto biscuit with melted garlic butter dripping from the interior.

I’ve tested this recipe countless times in my kitchen, and these proportions consistently produce perfect, fluffy keto biscuits that even non-keto folks love. The secret is in using room temperature ingredients and handling the dough gently.

Remember: The dough might seem slightly wet – that’s normal! It helps create that perfect fluffy texture we’re after.