Craving a sweet treat but trying to stick to your keto diet? Look no further than this easy and delicious recipe for keto edible cookie dough. These cookie dough bites come together quickly and are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without derailing your dietary goals. Unlike traditional cookie dough, this recipe is worry-free and safe to eat raw, containing no eggs or ingredients that need to be baked.
Why Edible Cookie Dough?
We've all been there, sneaking a spoonful (or several) of irresistible chocolate chip cookie dough while baking. While traditional cookie dough recipes contain raw eggs and flour that pose a health risk, this keto version eliminates those concerns. This edible cookie dough is crafted with ingredients that are safe to consume raw.
Key Ingredients for Keto Cookie Dough Bites
This recipe relies on a few key ingredients to achieve that classic cookie dough flavor and texture while keeping the carb count low:
- Almond Flour: Super-fine almond flour, made from blanched whole almonds, serves as a substitute for traditional wheat flour. It is safe to consume raw and contains just 1 net carb per serving (2 tablespoons). King Arthur Baking is a trusted brand. Avoid using unbalanced or natural almond flour, as these tend to be grittier.
- Coconut Flour: Often combined with almond flour to achieve the perfect texture.
- Butter: Salted butter, softened (not melted), is a key ingredient. For optimal flavor, consider using a higher quality butter.
- Swerve: This recipe utilizes Swerve brown sugar replacement to provide sweetness without the carbs. Granulated Golden Monkfruit Sweetener can also be used.
- Sugar-Free Chocolate Chips: Opt for your favorite brand of sugar-free chocolate chips to add that classic chocolate chip cookie dough flavor. Lily's brand is a popular choice.
- Vanilla Extract: A pantry staple that enhances the overall flavor.
- Coconut Oil: Adds moisture and richness to the dough. Use softened or melted coconut oil for easy mixing, but avoid melting it completely, as this can result in an oily dough.
- Keto Honey: A keto-friendly alternative to traditional honey, adding a touch of sweetness and viscosity.
- Baking Soda: Although optional, adding a little baking soda gives the dough a classic cookie dough flavor that mimics baked cookies.
Equipment
- Mixer (hand mixer or stand mixer)
- Mixing bowl
- Spoon or rubber spatula
- Tupperware or airtight container
Step-by-Step Instructions
Follow these simple steps to create your own batch of keto edible cookie dough bites:
- Combine dry ingredients: In a small mixing bowl, combine blanched almond flour, coconut flour, granulated sweetener, and salt (if using). Mix well.
- Cream butter and sweetener: In a separate mixing bowl, beat together the softened butter and Swerve (or other granulated sweetener) until the mixture becomes creamy and smooth.
- Incorporate wet ingredients: Beat in the vanilla extract. Add keto honey and coconut oil and mix very well until fully combined.
- Combine wet and dry: Lightly beat the almond flour mixture into the wet ingredients until a smooth and cohesive dough forms. Avoid overmixing.
- Add chocolate chips: Use a spoon or spatula to stir in the sugar-free chocolate chips.
- Shape the dough: Roll the dough into evenly sized balls. A cookie scoop can be helpful for this step.
- Chill (optional): While you can eat the dough right away, chilling it in the refrigerator for at least an hour is recommended. This allows the flavors to meld and the dough to firm up.
- Serve: Enjoy your keto cookie dough bites straight from the refrigerator!
Tips and Modifications
- Almond Flour Consistency: Depending on the brand of almond flour you use, the dough may be slightly gritty. Finely ground almond flour helps to avoid this.
- Mix-Ins: Feel free to experiment with different mix-ins, such as chopped nuts, sugar-free sprinkles, or different varieties of sugar-free chocolate chips.
- Peanut Butter Cookie Dough: For a peanut butter variation, add peanut butter to the recipe.
- Enhance the flavor: You can enhance the flavor of the dough by adding a pinch of sea salt or a dash of cinnamon.
- Make keto cookie dough ice cream: Add your edible cookie dough to your favorite keto-friendly ice cream recipe.
Storage Instructions
- Refrigerator: Store the cookie dough bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. The dough will firm up in the fridge; let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes if you’d like it softer before eating.
- Freezer: Freeze the cookie dough balls in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Allow to thaw for about 30 minutes at room temperature, or heat in the microwave in 10-second increments until slightly softened.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can I bake this cookie dough? No, this recipe is specifically designed for edible cookie dough and is not meant for baking. It lacks the necessary structure and leavening agents for traditional cookies.
- Is the baking soda necessary? While optional, baking soda contributes to the classic cookie dough flavor.
- Can I use regular chocolate chips? While you can, using sugar-free chocolate chips is recommended to keep the recipe keto-friendly.
- Can I make it with coconut flour? Unfortunately, you can't. Coconut flour and almond flour are completely two different flours with different water absorption levels. It makes it impossible to swap one with another without changing the rest of the recipe.
Nutritional Information
This recipe is designed to be low in carbs, making it suitable for a ketogenic diet. The exact nutritional information will vary depending on the specific ingredients used, but this recipe uses almond flour which contains just 1 net gram of carb per serving (2 tablespoons). Swapping out traditional sugar and chocolate chips for Swerve brand sweetener also lowers the carb count.
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