Keto Cream Cheese Pecan Cookies 🍪 (Low-Carb & Buttery!)
These Keto Cream Cheese Pecan Cookies are soft, buttery, and nutty, making them a perfect low-carb treat! With just 3g total carbs per cookie, they’re a guilt-free way to satisfy your sweet tooth while staying on track with your keto lifestyle.
Ingredients (Makes 24 Cookies)
For the Cookies:
✅ 4 oz cream cheese, softened
✅ 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
✅ 1/2 cup granulated erythritol (or preferred keto-friendly sweetener)
✅ 1 large egg
✅ 1 tsp vanilla extract
✅ 2 cups almond flour
✅ 1/2 cup chopped pecans
✅ 1/2 tsp baking powder
✅ A pinch of salt
Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2️⃣ Mix Wet Ingredients:
In a mixing bowl, blend the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth.
Add the sweetener and egg and mix until light and fluffy.
Stir in the vanilla extract.
3️⃣ Add Dry Ingredients:
Mix in the almond flour, chopped pecans, baking powder, and salt until a soft dough forms.
4️⃣ Shape the Cookies:
Scoop 1 to 1.5 tablespoons of dough and roll into balls.
Place on the prepared baking sheet and use a fork to gently flatten, creating a crisscross pattern.
5️⃣ Bake:
Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the cookies turn golden brown around the edges.
6️⃣ Cool & Enjoy:
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Facts (Per Cookie, Makes 24)
Calories: 100
Total Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Sodium: 45mg
Total Carbs: 3g
Fiber: 1g
Net Carbs: 2g
Sugar: 0g
Tips & Variations:
✔️ Extra Crunch? Add more chopped pecans or even sugar-free chocolate chips.
✔️ Sweeter Option? Use a mix of erythritol + monk fruit sweetener for a better texture.
✔️ Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temp for 3-4 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
These Keto Pecan Cookies are soft, nutty, and packed with buttery flavor, making them a delicious keto-friendly dessert or snack! 🍪