Keto Flourless Fudge Cookies Recipe
Introduction
These Keto Flourless Fudge Cookies are rich, chocolatey, and perfect for anyone avoiding flour or looking for a low-carb treat. With just a few simple ingredients, you can enjoy a fudgy cookie that satisfies your sweet tooth without compromising your diet.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 cup almond flour
- 3/4 cup sweetener (such as erythritol or monk fruit)
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2: In a mixing bowl, combine the cocoa powder, almond flour, and sweetener. Stir until evenly mixed.
- Step 3: Beat the eggs lightly, then add them to the dry ingredients. Mix thoroughly until a thick, fudgy dough forms.
- Step 4: Scoop tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Step 5: Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers remain slightly soft.
- Step 6: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tips & Variations
- For extra fudginess, slightly underbake the cookies and let them cool completely; they will firm up as they cool.
- Add a handful of sugar-free chocolate chips or chopped nuts for added texture.
- If you prefer a sweeter cookie, adjust the sweetener amount to taste or mix in a teaspoon of vanilla extract for added flavor.
Storage
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days. For longer storage, keep them refrigerated for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat chilled cookies briefly in the microwave to soften before enjoying.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use other nut flours instead of almond flour?
Yes, you can substitute almond flour with other nut flours like hazelnut or pecan flour, but the texture and flavor might vary slightly.
Are these cookies suitable for nut-free diets?
Since this recipe uses almond flour, it is not suitable for nut-free diets. You may try a seed-based flour like sunflower seed flour, but be aware it may alter the taste and texture.
PrintKeto Flourless Fudge Cookies Recipe
These Keto Flourless Fudge Cookies are rich, chocolatey treats that are perfect for anyone following a low-carb or keto lifestyle. Made with almond flour and sweetened without sugar, they offer a fudgy texture without any flour, making them gluten-free and perfect for a quick, healthy dessert or snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 12 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup almond flour
- 3/4 cup keto-friendly sweetener (erythritol or monk fruit)
Wet Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine the unsweetened cocoa powder, almond flour, keto-friendly sweetener, and salt. Whisk these dry ingredients together until evenly mixed. Then crack the eggs into the bowl and add the vanilla extract if using. Mix thoroughly until a thick, fudgy dough forms.
- Shape the Cookies: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Using a spoon or cookie scoop, portion out the dough onto the sheet, spacing each mound about 2 inches apart. Flatten each mound slightly into a cookie shape with your fingers or the back of a spoon.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for about 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies are set around the edges but still soft in the center. They should have a fudgy consistency once cooled.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. This resting time helps the cookies firm up and develop their fudgy texture.
Notes
- Use room temperature eggs to help the dough bind well.
- For extra fudgy cookies, avoid overbaking; they should be soft when removed from the oven.
- You can add a handful of chopped nuts or sugar-free chocolate chips for added texture.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- These cookies are naturally gluten-free and low-carb, suitable for keto and diabetic diets.
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