Keto Butter Cookies (Print View)
Tender, rich butter cookies made with almond flour and natural sweetness, ideal for low-carb lifestyles.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 2 cups almond flour (blanched, finely ground)
02 - 1/2 cup powdered erythritol or keto-friendly sweetener
03 - 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
→ Wet Ingredients
04 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
05 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
# Step-by-Step Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour, powdered erythritol, and salt until well blended.
03 - Add softened butter and vanilla extract. Mix until a soft, cohesive dough forms.
04 - Scoop 1-tablespoon portions and roll into balls. Place on prepared baking sheet, spacing 2 inches apart.
05 - Flatten each ball slightly with a fork, pressing to create a crisscross pattern on top.
06 - Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
07 - Let cookies cool fully on the baking sheet before transferring to prevent breakage.
# Expert Suggestions:
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- These cookies fool everyone who tries them, no one believes they are keto friendly
- The texture is incredibly tender and literally melts in your mouth
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- These cookies are very delicate right out of the oven, so patience during cooling is absolutely essential
- Using granulated sweetener instead of powdered will give you a gritty texture
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- Chill the dough for 15 minutes if it feels too soft or sticky to work with
- Rotate the baking sheet halfway through for even browning