Blueberry Cinnamon Scones - Gluten Free

Why It's Good For You:

•Cassava flour: gentle on digestion and grain-free

•Coconut flour: rich in fiber and MCTs

•Applesauce & apple syrup: offer natural sweetness and moisture without added sugar

•Blueberries: rich in antioxidants and brain-boosting compounds

•Cinnamon: helps support blood sugar balance

Serves 8 (can serve more if you cut into smaller slices)

Ingredients

¾ cup cassava flour
¼ cup coconut flour
(Optional: You can swap cassava for quinoa flour or use a 50/50 mix of cassava and quinoa flour for added protein.)
1 tsp cinnamon
1 ½ tsp baking powder (aluminum-free)
¼ tsp salt
1 large egg
¼ cup unsweetened applesauce (acts as a sweetener and binder)
2 Tbsp apple juice concentrate or 2–3 Tbsp apple syrup (for natural sweetness)
3 Tbsp coconut oil or grass-fed butter, solid and cold
1 tsp vanilla extract
½–⅔ cup frozen blueberries (don’t thaw; toss in a bit of flour before mixing in to avoid bleeding)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. In a large bowl, whisk together:

Cassava flour
Coconut flour
Cinnamon
Baking powder
Salt

3. Cut in the coconut oil or butter using a fork or pastry cutter until mixture is crumbly.

4. In a separate bowl, mix:

Egg
Applesauce
Apple sweetener (or your favorite natural sweetener - honey, maple, date)
Vanilla extract

5. Add wet mixture to dry and stir just until combined. It should be thick but moist.

6. Gently fold in the frozen blueberries (tossed in a bit of flour if desired).

7. Scoop dough onto parchment paper and shape into a thick circle (about 1 inch tall). Cut into 6–8 wedges and slightly separate them.

8. Optional: Lightly brush tops with a little applesauce or apple sweetener for moisture and shine.

9. Bake for 18–22 minutes or until lightly golden and firm at the edges. Let cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition (approximate per scone)

Calories: 151
Fat 6.4g
Carbohydrates: 21.6g
- Fiber 2.2g
Protein: 1.8g

Naturally sweetened with applesauce and apple syrup, these scones give you a touch of sweetness, some healthy fats, and fiber-rich flours to support blood sugar balance.