These keto cookies are no joke – 100% legit, fabulously easy keto dessert recipes – bake & no-bake – almond &/or coconut flour in all kinds of delicious combinations of chocolate chips, peanut butter, peanut butter-chocolate & cream cheese. Low carb treats that are Slap Ya Mama good!
For the record, I have never slapped my mom. But I have enjoyed cookies over the past six years on the keto diet and I can tell you these are the recipes you need if you’re an I need a dessert now kind of person:)
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But before we get started I feel like we need to run down a few facts about baking or no-baking cookies, cakes, muffins & what have you on a low carb diet.
The 411 On Baking Keto Cookies
Low carb baking is slightly totally different from traditional Betty Crocker baking. All-Purpose Flour and sugar are OUT – almond flour, coconut flour, (sometimes) psyllium husk and sugar substitutes are IN.
Almond Flour – Is super popular and very versatile flour swap that works well in cookies, cakes and bread recipes. Blanched Almond Flour is what you want to use. If you’re shopping in your PJ’s – Anthony’s Blanched is a good one – available on Amazon:)
Coconut Flour – Coconut Flour also works well in keto baking recipes like muffins and cookies. And of course, if you have a nut allergy coconut flour is the obvious way to go. It’s also a little cheaper than almond flour, but many people find it a challenge to work with because it soaks up liquid like a sponge. I’m not here to weigh-in on the almond flour vs. coconut flour debate – I like both – and if you’re looking for a good coconut flour – I recommend this one – also available on Amazon:)
Sugar Swaps
Erythritol – Erythritol has zero effect on blood sugar and it’s easy on the stomach. It’s probably the best for baking keto cookies – especially crispy ones. Be warned it does take a few hours so your cookies may be crispier the next day. Here’s a good powdered version and here’s a good granular sugar sub.
Swerve – Swerve is another popular choice for baking. It is a combination of erythritol and oligosaccharides (plus a few natural flavors). With no calories and zero impact on blood sugar levels, Swerve is a fabulous choice for baking keto cookies. *Here is a bakers bundle I found on Amazon with both the granular version & the confectioners version for less than $15:)
Monk Fruit – You’ll also see Monk Fruit listed as a common ingredient – Monk Fruit is an all natural sugar swap (as well as an antioxidant) But be warned: it can be up to 400X as sweet as sugar! Here’s a good one you can buy now on Amazon
Ok, lesson over. Ready to get to the keto cookies? Thought so!
P.S. I’m trying something new & listing the macros beneath each recipe. I hope it’s helpful to know on the front end:)
P.S.S. Don’t leave before you check out all of the fabulous keto desserts on this site – including my chocolate chip cookie dough fat bombs!:))
Peanut Butter
Almost too good to be true – 3-ingredient peanut butter cookies via Tastaholics – ready in 10 minutes!
- 105 Calories
- 9g of Fat
- 4g of Protein
- 2g of Net Carbs
Chocolate Chip
One-bowl chocolate chip cookies from Word To Your Mother Blog – ready in 22 minutes.
- 94 Calories
- 6.9g of Fat
- 1.5g of Protein
- 3.4g of Net Carbs
Flour Free Keto Cookies
Amazing double chocolate chip cookie recipe from Peace, Love and Low Carb that’s chewy, chocolate-y & delicious!
- 115 Calories
- 10g of Fat
- 4g of Protein
- 1.4 Net Carbs
Shortbread Cookies
Cream cheese shortbread cookies that come together in 20 minutes from start to finish from Word To Your Mother Blog
- 91 Calories
- 5.6g of Fat
- 1.5g of Protein
- 2.3g of Net Carbs
No-Bake Cookies
My chocolate peanut butter no bake keto cookie recipe is super simple and delicious
- 151 Calories
- 7.4 Grams Saturated Fat
- 4.1 Grams Protein
- 3 Net Carbs
No Bake Cookie Dough Bars
No-guilt cookie dough bars that are ready in 20 minutes – no oven required! Via Sweet As Honey
- 198 Calories
- 16.5g of Fat
- 7.2g of Protein
- 6 Net Carbs
Lemon Cookies
This 5-ingredient keto cookie recipe from The Keto Diet Blog is fabulous with lemon zest – but equally as delicious with cinnamon or pumpkin spice!
- 162 Calories
- 15.2g of Fat
- 3.6g of Protein
- 2.4 Net Carbs
Snowballs
A fabulous keto cookie for a crowd – or a Saturday night at home via Tastaholics!
- 115 Calories
- 7.5g of Fat
- 2.5g of Protein
- 4 Net Carbs
Pecan Sandies
Perfect for the holidays – or any day you’re feeling like a shortbread cookie recipe courtesy of Keto Connect
- 55 Calories
- 5g of Fat
- 1.3g of Protein
- 1.6g Net Carbs
Lemon Sugar
Chocolate is usually my go-to, but sometimes a lemon craving sneaks up! If you can relate, meet your new favorite low carb lemon “sugar” cut-out cookie by Carolyn of All Day I Dream About Food via A Sweet Life!
- 96 Calories
- 8g of Fat
- 3g of Protein
- 2 Net Carbs
Ginger Molasses
Here’s a Starbucks dupe from I Hacked Diabetes that will get you through the holidays without cheating on your diet!
- 156 Calories
- 14.6g of Fat
- 3g of Protein
- 2.9 Net Carbs
Snickerdoodles
A soft center with crispy edges – every time! If you enjoy a buttery-cinnamon treat you’ll love this recipe from Butter Together Kitchen!
- 139.3 Calories
- 12.6g of Fat
- 3.6g of Protein
- 1.8 Net Carbs
Chocolate Brownie Cookies
With or without pecans – these fudgy cookies from Sweet As Honey are amazing – & ready in 22 minutes!
- 201 Calories
- 18.8g of Fat
- 3.8g of Protein
- 1.3 Net Carbs
Oatmeal
Flaked almonds sub for oats in this recipe from Low Carb Maven that has just the right texture & taste to curb your Oatmeal cookie cravings!
- 119 Calories
- 11.3g of Fat
- 3.2g of Protein
- 1.14 Net Carbs
Shortbread
Fabulously simple low carb shortbread cookies – perfect for the holidays or any day you need a treat via Hungry for Inspiration
- 83 Calories
- 6.1 Grams Fat
- 5.3 Protein
- 0.8 Net Carbs
No Bake Sugar Cookie Bars
Soft & chewy with a protein-packed frosting! Even better – this low carb treat from The Big Man’s World is ready to enjoy in 30 minutes – no oven necessary!
- 149 Calories
- 5g of Fat
- 10g of Protein
- 4 Net Carbs
Toasted Almond
Grain-free, buttery keto cookies with a dark chocolate glaze via gnom-gnom
- 59 Calories
- 2g of Fat
- 1g of Protein
- 1 Net Carb
Coconut Macaroons
Keto – Friendly macaroons – in 25 minutes! Love this one-bowl recipe from Wholesome Yum
- 135 Calories
- 11g of Fat
- 1g of Protein
- 2 Net Carbs
Crisp Oreo Cookies
Gluten and grain-free cookies via gnom-gnom – ready in 35 minutes!
- 86 Calories
- 8 Grams of Fat
- 1 Gram Protein
- 1 Net Carb
Chocolate Fudge
Cake-y soft chocolate cookies from Keto Connect – ready in 25 minutes!
- 132 Calories
- 11.6g of Fat
- 4.4g of Protein
- 2 Net Carbs
Peanut Butter Whoopie Pies
Delicious keto cookies sandwiched with peanut buttercream frosting – low carb & sugar-free via Joy Filled Eats
- 319 Calories
- 28g of Fat
- 7g of Protein
- 4 Net Carbs
Chocolate Clouds
Chocolate chip meringue cookies – the perfect party food for low carb-ers – via All Day I Dream About Food
- 36 Calories
- 2.23g of Fat
- 1.63g of Protein
- 1.82 Net Carbs
Ok! That was a lot of keto cookie action! I hope you found a new favorite. Thanks for reading!
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