Introduction
These peanut butter cookies are a great choice for anyone on the keto diet. They’re also a delicious option for anyone who wants to enjoy the benefits of eating low-carb foods.
The ketogenic diet is a high-fat, moderate protein and very low carbohydrate diet that helps you lose weight quickly by forcing your body into ketosis–a natural metabolic state where it burns fat instead of carbs as its primary fuel source. As you can imagine, this means that eating foods high in carbohydrates can throw off your body’s ability to enter into this metabolic state (and thus prevent weight loss).
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup peanut butter or sunflower seed butter (or other nut butter)
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted
- 2 tablespoons Swerve sweetener or stevia extract powder (to taste)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
For more detailed instructions and pictures, please visit our website.
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a large bowl, mix together the peanut butter, coconut oil and egg until smooth. Add in vanilla extract, baking soda, salt and sweetener (if using). Mix well until combined
- Add in almond flour and mix until dough forms
- Roll into balls about 1 inch in diameter then place on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper or silicone mat 5 inches apart from each other
Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 125 kcal
- Fat: 11 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Protein: 5 g
This recipe is a great way to get your daily dose of protein, which will help you feel full and satisfied after eating it. It also contains healthy fats that can help boost your metabolism and keep you energized throughout the day.
FAQs
- How long do the cookies last?
- If you store them in an airtight container, they will keep for up to 2 weeks.
- Can I freeze the peanut butter cookies?
- Yes! Just wrap each one individually and place them in a freezer bag or container. They’ll be good for up to 1 month when frozen this way.
Tips and Tricks
- For a super-sweet treat, try adding some chocolate chips to the cookies.
- If you’re looking for something more savory, try using bacon fat instead of butter and adding some chopped green onions to the batter before baking it.
- You can also make these cookies healthier by using whole wheat flour and reducing the amount of sugar you use in this recipe.
Serving Suggestions
You can serve these cookies with a glass of milk or a cup of coffee. They’re also great for snacking on throughout the day, so keep them around in your pantry for when you need an afternoon pick-me-up!
If you want to make these cookies look more appealing, try topping them with chopped nuts or sprinkling some sugar on top before baking them.
Conclusion
These peanut butter cookies are a great way to satisfy your sweet tooth while staying on the keto diet. They’re also easy to make, so you can whip up a batch in no time.
If you’re looking for even more ways to use this recipe, try adding some chocolate chips or drizzling them with melted dark chocolate (coconut oil works well). If you want something less indulgent but still tasty, try using stevia instead of maple syrup for an extra-sweet treat without any added carbs or sugar!
References
- [1] Nutrition Facts: https://nutritiondata.self.com/facts/desserts-and-sweets/4138/2
- [2] Diet information: https://www.webmd.com/diet/features/what-to-eat-on-a-low-carb-diet