Keto Cream Cheese Pecan Cookies

Savor the irresistible combination of creamy cream cheese and crunchy pecans in these Keto Cream Cheese Pecan Cookies. This delightful treat offers a perfect balance of sweetness and nuttiness while keeping your carb intake low. These keto-friendly cookies are not only delicious but also easy to make, making them an ideal option for those looking to indulge in a tasty dessert without compromising their low-carb lifestyle. Let’s dive into this scrumptious recipe that brings together the goodness of cream cheese and the rich flavor of pecans in every delightful bite.

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Full Recipe:

Ingredients:

  • 4 oz (about 1/2 cup) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated erythritol or sweetener of choice
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups almond flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup chopped pecans

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Instructions:

  1. Preheat Oven:
    • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Cream Cheese Mixture:
    • In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened cream cheese, softened butter, and granulated erythritol until smooth and well combined.
  3. Add Wet Ingredients:
    • Add the egg and vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture. Mix until the wet ingredients are fully incorporated.
  4. Combine Dry Ingredients:
    • In a separate bowl, whisk together the almond flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Mix Dough:
    • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until a soft cookie dough forms.
  6. Fold in Pecans:
    • Gently fold in the chopped pecans, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
  7. Chill Dough (Optional):
    • For easier handling, you can chill the cookie dough in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
  8. Shape Cookies:
    • Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of the dough and roll them into balls. Place the balls on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each.
  9. Flatten Cookies:
    • Use the back of a fork to gently flatten each cookie, creating a crisscross pattern on top.
  10. Bake:
    • Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
  11. Cool:
    • Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  12. Serve and Enjoy:
    • Once cooled, these Keto Cream Cheese Pecan Cookies are ready to be enjoyed. Indulge in their rich, nutty goodness without compromising your ketogenic goals.

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Nutrition Facts (Per Cookie – Makes about 24 cookies):
  • Calories: 120
  • Fat: 11g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Total Carbohydrates: 3g
  • Dietary Fiber: 1g
  • Sugars: 0g
  • Net Carbs: 2g

Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS