Low Carb Hot Cross Buns

Delight in the classic Easter treat without the carb overload with these Low Carb Hot Cross Buns! Made with almond and coconut flours, naturally sweetened with erythritol, and infused with warming spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, these buns are the perfect guilt-free indulgence. Dried currants add bursts of sweetness, while a luscious cream cheese icing tops them off in that iconic cross pattern. Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe is an easy, wholesome alternative for those following keto or low-carb lifestyles. Enjoy them fresh and warm, and relish the delicious balance of tradition and healthy living!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 200 grams Almond flour
• 50 grams Coconut flour
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 100 grams Butter
• 50 grams Erythritol sweetener
• 4 Large eggs
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 120 milliliters Almond milk
• 100 grams Dried currants
• 100 grams Cream cheese
• 50 grams Powdered erythritol
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large bowl, mix together the almond flour, coconut flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.

Step 3

Melt the butter and mix it with the erythritol sweetener until well combined.

Step 4

Add the eggs one at a time to the melted butter mixture, beating well after each addition.

Step 5

Stir in the vanilla extract and almond milk until the wet ingredients are well combined.

Step 6

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.

Step 7

Fold in the dried currants into the dough, ensuring they are evenly distributed.

Step 8

Use your hands to shape the dough into 12 equal balls and place them on the prepared baking tray.

Step 9

Flatten each ball slightly with the palm of your hand.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 11

While the buns are baking, prepare the icing by beating together the cream cheese, powdered erythritol, and lemon juice until smooth.

Step 12

Once the buns have cooled, pipe the cream cheese icing in a cross shape on each bun.

Step 13

Serve and enjoy your low carb hot cross buns!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1019.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3116.2

Total Fat 246.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 85.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.3g
Cholesterol 1080mg	0%
Sodium 4508.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 278.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 51.0g	0%
Total Sugars 90.1g
Protein 87.2g	0%

Vitamin D 215.6IU	0%
Calcium 1026.2mg	0%
Iron 18.0mg	0%
Potassium 1592.2mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 60.3%

Protein: 9.5%

Carbs: 30.3%