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 & I can tell you these are the recipes you need if you’re an I need a dessert now kind of person:)
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 & sugar are OUT – almond flour, coconut flour, (sometimes) psyllium husk & sugar substitutes are IN.
Almond Flour – Is super popular & very versatile flour swap that works well in cookies, cakes & 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 & it’s available on Amazon:)
Coconut Flour – Coconut Flour also works well in keto baking recipes like muffins & 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 – & 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 & 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 & 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
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