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Easy almond flour flax biscuits that are vegan, oil-free & grain-free! Made with 4 ingredients and ready in under 30 minutes.
It seems I have a biscuit problem.
Specifically, I cannot get enough biscuits!
It explains, why, after creating my Mind-Blowing Biscuits last week, I plunged right back in to another biscuit recipe. In the depths of winter, a good biscuit is everything.
My Almond-Flax Biscuits are certainly everything, despite comprising very little (just 4 ingredients) at all.
Recipe Benefits
- Grain-free
- Gluten-free
- Vegan
- Oil-free
- Made in 1 bowl
- Requires no rolling or cutting
- Quick & easy (ready in under 30 minutes)
- Made with 4 ingredients (plus water and optional salt)
Most importantly, the biscuits are delectable. They have a taste and texture similar to whole grain bread, with an accompanying tenderness that belies the absence of added oils.
So let’s make some biscuits!
Ingredients for Almond Flour Flax Biscuits
The exact amounts of each ingredient are indicated in the recipe card at the end of the post.
- almond flour
- flaxseed meal
- potato starch (I have options in the recipe card)
- baking powder (certified gluten-free, as needed)
Step by Step Directions
Step One: Whisk the Dry Ingredients
In a medium bowl, whisk the almond flour or almond meal, potato starch, flaxseed meal, baking powder, and (always optional/adjustable) salt.
Step Two: Add the Water
Add the water to the dry ingredients, stirring to combine.
Step Three: Briefly Chill
Place the bowl in the refrigerator for 15 minutes to chill while preheating the oven. This allows the flaxseed meal to soak up the water as well as easy portioning of the dough.
Step Four: Preheat the Oven
Preheat the oven to 350F (180C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step Five: Portion the Dough
Scoop the chilled dough into six even portions and roll each into a ball. Dip your fingertips in water and lightly flatten each ball into a round shape, about 1/2-inch (1.25 cm) thick.
Step Six: Bake
Time to bake! Bake the biscuits for 11 to 14 minutes, or until they are risen and golden brown.
Cool the biscuits slightly, or entirely. Enjoy plain or with any of your favorite spreads.
I suspect my biscuit obsession is linked to my love of all things jam/preserves/marmalade :).
Happy baking, everyone!
FAQ
How Should I Store the Biscuits?
Store the cooled biscuits in an airtight container at (cool) room temperature for 2 days, the refrigerator for 1 week, or the freezer for up to 6 months.
What is a Substitute for Potato Starch?
Corn starch, tapioca starch or arrowroot should all work as substitutes for potato starch.
Can I Use Almond Meal instead of Almond Flour?
Yes, for this recipe an equal amount of almond meal can be used in place of almond flour.
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Almond Flour Flax Biscuits (V, GF, oil-free, 4 ingredients)
Easy and delicious almond flour/meal and flaxseed biscuits that are grain-free, oil-free and vegan! It only takes 4 ingredients and fewer than 30 minutes to prepare them.
Ingredients
- 2/3 cup (75 g) almond flour or almond meal
- 1/3 cup (64 g) potato starch (see notes for options)
- 1/4 cup (26 g) flaxseed meal
- 1 and 1/2 teaspoons baking powder (certified GF, as needed)
- Optional/adjustable: 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 cup (75 mL) water
Instructions
- In a medium bowl whisk together the almond flour, potato starch, flaxseed meal, baking powder and salt.
- Add the water and stir until completely blended. Loosely cover and refrigerate for 15 minutes.
- Preheat to 375F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Scoop the chilled dough into 6 even portions; roll each portion into a ball and place, 2 inches apart, onto the prepared baking sheet. With moistened fingertips, press each ball down to about 1/2-inch thick rounds.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 11 to 14 minutes until risen and golden brown. Cool for at least 10 minutes before eating. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
Storage: Store the cooled biscuits in an airtight container at (cool) room temperature for 2 days, the refrigerator for 1week, or the freezer for up to 6 months.
Potato Starch: Although I have not tested it, an equal amount of tapioca starch or arrowroot (or cornstarch, if you do not need these to be grain-free) will likely work as alternatives for the potato starch.
Nutrition Information
Yield 6 Serving Size 1 biscuitAmount Per Serving Calories 127Total Fat 7.8gSaturated Fat 0.6gCholesterol 0mgSodium 170.3mgCarbohydrates 13.2gFiber 2.7gSugar 0.4gProtein 3.7g
RachelDLS
Tuesday 4th of October 2022
Hello, Is this recipe something I could try on the stove top? I do not have an oven.
Camilla
Thursday 21st of March 2024
Hi Rachel,
Possibly, if you shaped them flat-ish like a pancake. Cook over medium low and then flip them. There is a long tradition of skillet scones (like American biscuits) in the UK. It would just be a matter of whether it works for this particular recipe.
Blanca
Sunday 20th of February 2022
Can you omit the potato starch in this recipe?
Camilla
Wednesday 23rd of February 2022
Hi Blanca, I would not advise it. You can use some other than the potato starch, though, such as arrowroot cornstarch, or possibly chickpea flour.
June
Sunday 15th of August 2021
Camilla, I have been struggling to find a sandwich bread recipe that meets all my restrictions. Since this biscuit recipe meets all my approved ingredients I used it to make "English muffins" and they are delicious! This is such a simple and easy recipe I am sure it will be my "go to" recipe.
Thank you for sharing your great recipes! I appreciate all your effort!
June
Camilla
Monday 16th of August 2021
Ooh, I love that you made an English muffins, June! Thank you for all of your support—really!— it spurs me on ?
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