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Gluten Free Eggnog Scones with Chocolate Chips

Published: Nov 23, 2015 · Modified: Nov 15, 2020 by Sandi Gaertner · 14 Comments · This post may contain affiliate links

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These gluten free eggnog scones with chocolate chips are so good they can be served with breakfast, as a snack, or they can be a fabulous dessert. Tis the season where eggnog rules. Especially when you use eggnog in baking!

an eggnog scone on a plate next to a mug of coffee
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Once a year, I go on an eggnog recipe binge. I use it in place of almond milk in my frother and load it into my lattes and my baking. There is something magical about the creamy sweet spice flavor of eggnog. You will love eggnog scones with a cup of coffee or tea.

Why these scones are great:

All of my gluten free scone recipes start out with my gluten free scone base recipe. From there, you add in any mix-ins you like. You can add sweet ingredients or savory ones. This scone base is so versatile! Do you prefer a sweet scone or a savory scone?

These gluten free eggnog scones are so flaky and light you won't believe they are gluten free!

I tend to use store-bought eggnog, but you can definitely make your own homemade eggnog too! If you love holiday flavors, try these Gluten Free Gingerbread Scones too!

eggnog scones ingredients

Ingredient notes:

  • Gluten free flour blend - I have tested this recipe with both King Arthur Measure for Measure and Bob's Red Mill 1 to 1 GF Blend. That doesn't mean others will not work; I just have not tested other flours.
  • Xanthan Gum or Guar Gum - if your gluten free flour blend doesn't contain one of these, you will need to add it. This is the glue that holds your gluten free baked goods together.
  • Eggnog - as I mentioned above, you can use regular, dairy-free eggnog or make it from scratch.
  • Butter - if you want these scones to be dairy-free, you can use vegan butter.
  • Chocolate chips - you can use milk, dark, or bittersweet. Feel free to change it up and use cinnamon chips or white chocolate chips too.

Recipe step-by-step directions:

It is so easy to make this homemade gluten free eggnog scones recipe. Gather your ingredients and preheat the oven to 350º F.

a bowl of gluten free flour and cold butter chunks

Step 1: Cut the butter into the dry ingredients. I like to use a pastry blender to get the butter chopped into fine pieces. Some people will use knives, but this takes a very long time. You can also use a food processor.

Wet and dry ingredients in a bowl

Step 2: Add your wet ingredients and mix in a small bowl. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. You can use regular eggnog or dairy-free eggnog in this easy scone recipe!

eggnog scones step 3 and 4 pictures

Step 3: Place the dough between two pieces of wax paper and roll into a circle shape.

Tip: If your dough is getting too soft because the butter is melting, put it into the refrigerator for 30 minutes and roll it out again.

Step 4: Cut the eggnog scone dough before you bake it. You do not have to cut the scones all of the way through; this gives you partially cut lines which will make your cuts neater when your scones are finished baking.

Step 5: Bake at 350º F, and you are only 20-25 minutes away from eating :-). Your actual baking time will depend on how thick your scones are.

eggnog scones on a napkin

Expert tips and recipe FAQ:

Can you use a scone pan with this recipe?

You can definitely use a scone pan with this gluten free eggnog scones recipe. Depending on the size of your scone pan, you may have to adjust the baking time.

Can you use dairy-free eggnog in this recipe?

You can definitely use dairy-free eggnog in this recipe. I have used the brands So Delicious and Califia in this recipe.

How thick do you roll the scone dough?

Roll out the scone dough into a 1 ½-2 inch thick circle.

Can you make this with regular non-flavored milk?

If you don't have eggnog or want plain scones, feel free to use regular milk.

How long will these scones keep fresh?

These scones will keep up to 4 days in an air-tight container or up to 4 months in the freezer.

Reader adaptations:

Reader Becky L's finished scones photo
Becky L's finished scones photo

Excellent. Used milk instead of eggnog, baked for 30 minutes, added raisins instead of chocolate chips."

Becky L.

More eggnog recipes:

  • Gluten Free Skinny Eggnog Cheesecakes
  • Gluten Free Eggnog Cupcakes!
  • Eggnog Panna Cotta
  • Gluten Free Eggnog Bread Pudding
  • Even more Gluten Free Eggnog Desserts

You can also check out all of my delicious gluten free scones recipes on the blog for delicious sweet and savory scones recipes.

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Gluten Free Eggnog Chocolate Chip Scones

Sandi Gaertner
You will love these homemade gluten free eggnog chocolate chip scones for the holidays. Simple instructions to make these scones.
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Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 22 minutes mins
Total Time 37 minutes mins
Course Gluten Free Dessert Recipes
Cuisine American
Servings 6 scones
Calories 316 kcal

Equipment

  • Cookie sheet

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups gluten free flour blend * see note
  • ½ cup sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup unsalted butter cold
  • ½ cup eggnog regular or dairy free
  • ½ cup mini chocolate chips

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350º F.
  • In a large bowl, add all dry ingredients and whisk to blend.
  • Chop cold butter and put chunks into the dry ingredients.
  • Use a pastry blender to cut in the cold butter into the flour. It should resemble grains when done.
  • In a small bowl, whisk eggs and eggnog.
  • Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients.
  • Add chips and mix well.
  • Place a piece of wax paper down on the counter.
  • Drop the dough on top.
  • Place another piece of wax paper on top.
  • Use a rolling pin to roll the dough into a circle.
  • Roll the dough to 1 ½ to 2 inches thick.
  • Use a sharp knife to cut the dough into pieces. (See photo above.)
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes, until slightly golden. Actual baking time will depend on how thick your scones are.
  • Serve warm or cold.
  • Optional: Drizzle with icing, chocolate sauce, sprinkles, etc.

Notes

  1. I have tested this recipe with King Arthur Measure for Measure GF and Bob's Red Mill 1 to 1 GF blend. That doesn't mean others will not work, I just have not tested other flours.
  2. If your gluten free flour blend doesn’t contain Xanthan Gum or Guar Gum, please add 1 teaspoon.
  3. To make this recipe dairy-free, substitute the butter for vegan butter and use dairy-free eggnog.
  4. These scones will keep up to 4 days in an air-tight container, or up to 4 months in the freezer.

SPECIAL NOTE

Please know that every gluten free flour blend has a different starch to grain ratio. If you use a blend I didn't test, you may need to adjust your moisture levels in your baked goods.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 316kcalCarbohydrates: 59gProtein: 8gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 69mgSodium: 142mgPotassium: 190mgFiber: 5gSugar: 29gVitamin A: 156IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 141mgIron: 2mg
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  1. Jerri

    December 26, 2020 at 10:42 am

    5 stars
    Loved the eggnog addiction! I also made the drizzle using eggnog! Wonderful!

    Reply
    • Sandi Gaertner

      December 26, 2020 at 4:01 pm

      I am really glad you loved these Jerri :-).

      Reply
  2. Allison

    October 21, 2019 at 2:22 pm

    Love the addition of eggnog. A new holiday go-to for sure!

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    • Sandi Gaertner

      October 21, 2019 at 2:50 pm

      Thank you Allison!

      Reply
  3. Jane Saunders

    October 21, 2019 at 2:18 pm

    These sound wonderful for the upcoming holiday season and your tips are so handy to have - thanks.

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    • Sandi Gaertner

      October 21, 2019 at 2:50 pm

      Thank you Jane, I hope you have a great holiday!

      Reply
  4. Lucy

    November 24, 2015 at 6:48 pm

    These look so festive and yummy! My son loves anything with sprinkles, and I love eggnog.

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    • Sandi Gaertner

      November 25, 2015 at 8:32 am

      Thank you Lucy 🙂

      Reply
  5. Sarah

    November 23, 2015 at 8:48 pm

    I HAVE to make these! I've never actually baked with eggnog before, but I can see it being perfect in things like this because it's so rich and creamy. Love it!

    Reply
    • Sandi Gaertner

      November 23, 2015 at 8:58 pm

      I hope you like them Sarah 🙂

      Reply
  6. Debi @ Life Currents

    November 23, 2015 at 2:03 pm

    Oh my these look fabulous! I love that icing drizzle you have over them, and eggnog is so festive! Can't wait to try these!

    Reply
    • Sandi Gaertner

      November 23, 2015 at 8:59 pm

      Thank you Debi 🙂

      Reply
  7. Celia at Chicago Jogger

    November 23, 2015 at 7:36 am

    I love eggnog flavor but not the actual nog (it's a little too thick.. texture)! But your scones with eggnog flavor sound absolutely perfect. Pinning to my holiday board!

    Reply
    • Sandi Gaertner

      November 23, 2015 at 8:49 am

      It is thick to drink, but it works really well in recipes 🙂

      Reply

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