Indulging in sweet treats while maintaining a keto lifestyle is no longer a challenge with our Keto Scotcheroos recipe. These delightful bars combine the classic flavors of peanut butter and chocolate with a crunchy twist. They are low in carbs and high in satisfaction, making them the perfect keto-friendly dessert.
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 10 minutes
Serves: 12 bars
Difficulty: Easy
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
kcal & Ingredients:
- Calories: 230 per bar
- Fat: 19g
- Protein: 6g
- Total Carbs: 9g
- Net Carbs: 3g
- Fiber: 6g
- Sugar: 0g
Ingredients:
For the Base:
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1/4 cup powdered erythritol (or your preferred keto-friendly sweetener)
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup melted coconut oil
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
For the Topping:
- 1/2 cup sugar-free dark chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
Instructions:
For the Base:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the almond flour, shredded coconut, and powdered erythritol.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the peanut butter and coconut oil together, stirring until smooth. Mix in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.
- Pour the peanut butter mixture over the dry ingredients. Stir until well combined.
- Line an 8×8-inch (20×20 cm) baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang on the sides for easy removal.
- Press the mixture into the pan evenly using a spatula or your hands.
For the Topping:
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the sugar-free dark chocolate chips and peanut butter. Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring in between, until fully melted and smooth.
- Pour the chocolate-peanut butter mixture over the base layer, spreading it out evenly.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until the bars are set.
- Once set, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the bars out of the pan. Cut into 12 squares.
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