Description
Indulge in the delightful world of keto baking with these Keto Cream Cheese Cookies. Perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings while adhering to a low-carb lifestyle, these cookies boast a soft, fluffy texture and a rich flavor profile thanks to the cream cheese. At just 2g net carbs per cookie, they are an ideal treat for any occasion—from festive gatherings to casual snacks at home. The easy-to-follow recipe allows you to whip them up in just 15 minutes, making them a convenient choice for busy days. Enjoy these sweet and tangy delights with coffee, or transform them into ice cream sandwiches for an extra special treat.
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup blanched almond flour
- 1.5 tablespoons coconut flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sweetener
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 4 ounces full-fat cream cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add the egg and vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the almond flour, coconut flour, sweetener, baking powder, and salt.
- Combine the wet mixture with the dry ingredients; stir until fully incorporated.
- Chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least one hour.
- Using a cookie scoop, portion out cookies onto a lined baking sheet without flattening them.
- Bake for about 15 minutes or until lightly golden.
- Allow to cool on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Keto
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Ensure your cream cheese is at room temperature for easier mixing. Chilling the dough helps maintain the cookie's shape during baking. Feel free to add sugar-free chocolate chips or nuts for added texture and flavor.