Keto Chocolate PB Cookies

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Keto Chocolate PB Cookies are good for people observing a keto diet. These cookies mix peanut butter & cocoa to create flavorful & guilt-free cookies. These cookies are chewy and contain a proper amount of sweetness. It makes them perfect for fulfilling dessert cravings without increasing carbs. We prepare these cookies with simple ingredients such as peanut butter, cocoa powder, and keto sweetener. We make these Keto Chocolate PB Cookies simply, and we don’t require any difficult steps or special equipment. Serve these cookies with coffee, milk, or a keto ice cream scoop.

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STATS:

  • Caloric count: 150 kcal
  • Prep time: 10 minutes
  • Serving size: One cookie
  • Time for cooking: Twelve minutes
  • Cuisine: American
  • Portion: 12 cookies
  • Overall time: 22 minutes
  • Course: Dessert / Snack
  • Diet: Keto

EQUIPMENT:

  • Mixing bowls
  • Cooling rack
  • Baking sheet
  • Electric hand mixer
  • Parchment paper

INGREDIENTS:

  • One cup peanut butter
  • 1 big egg
  • Half cup Erythritol sweetener
  • Quarter cup keto cocoa powder
  • Half tsp. baking soda
  • Salt
  • One tsp. vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup keto chocolate chips

INGREDIENT NOTES:

PEANUT BUTTER:

  • Natural peanut butter provides the cookies a smooth, nutty basis while keeping them high in healthful fats. Make sure to use a version without added sugar or hydrogenated oil.

KETO SWEETENERS:

  • Erythritol or monk fruit is a keto sweetener that delivers sweetness without adding carbohydrates or calories. Add the sweetener base on your sweet taste.

EGGS:

  • The egg binds the components together and provides moisture to the dough. It provides soft, chewy texture which aids in keeping the shape.

KETO COCOA POWDER:

  • Keto version adds a strong flavor of chocolate without the extra carbs. It properly balances the peanut butter’s thick flavor.

BAKING SODA:

  • Baking soda helps to provide the lift so the cookie doesn’t get dense. It also promotes even browning.

VANILLA ESSENCE:

  • Vanilla extract improves the chocolate and peanut butter flavors. It balances the flavor with a warm, sweet scent.

SALT:

  • Salt sharpens the flavors while balancing the sweetness. It’s very crucial in peanut butter sweets.

KETO CHOCOLATE CHIPS:

  • Sugar-free chocolate chips provide texture and additional chocolate taste. They melt gently after baking which makes them indulgent.

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INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. We warm the oven at 350° Fahrenheit and apply the parchment to the sheet.
  2. Take a mixing dish and stir the sweetener, vanilla extract, peanut butter, cocoa powder, & egg.
  3. We combine all the ingredients to prepare the smooth dough consistency.
  4. Then we include salt & baking soda.
  5. Fold some keto chocolate chips into the batter.
  6. Put the batter on the sheet with a spoon.
  7. Flatten the batter with a glass and bake for 10 to 12 minutes till the corners get firm.
  8. We leave the cookies on sheet for 5 minutes so they gets cool.
  9. Put them on a rack so they get cool further.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

DRINKS:

  • Keto Hot Chocolate
  • Bulletproof Coffee
  • Unsweetened Almond Milk

DESSERT:

  • Chocolate Mousse
  • Whipped Cream Cups
  • Keto Vanilla Ice Cream

SNACKS:

  • Mixed Nuts
  • Cheese Crisps
  • Coconut Fat Bombs

BREAKFAST PAIRING:

  • Scrambled Eggs
  • Keto Smoothie
  • Avocado Toast

TOPPINGS:

  • Sugar-Free Chocolate Drizzle
  • Crushed Pecans
  • Sea Salt Flakes

TIPS:

  • We chill the cookie dough for ten minutes so it doesn’t feel sticky.
  • Sprinkle sea salt over the top before baking to provide additional taste.
  • Add some crushed peanuts or pecans to provide the additional crunch.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

  • Store the cookies in the covered box for seven days.

FREEZER:

  • Freeze the cookies in a vacuum vessel for two months.

FAQs:

Will we utilize almond butter instead to prepare these cookies?

  • Almond butter works perfectly to provide a different flavor and a nutty twist to them.

Can we exclude chocolate chips from preparing these cookies?

  • We can exclude these chips, though the cookies won’t get that much indulgent without them.

Do I need to put cookie dough in fridge?

  • We don’t need to chill the dough as long as it doesn’t stick. Chill the dough if required.

Are these cookies gluten-free?

  • These cookies are naturally gluten-free as all the components don’t contain any gluten.

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NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Caloric count: 150 kcal
Net Carbs: 3 g
Total Carbs: 6 g
Fiber: 3 g
Protein: 7 g
Fat: 12 g
Calcium: 40 g
Iron: 0.7 g
Vitamin A: 5 g
Sodium: 95 g
Potassium: 130 g
Serving Size: 1 cookie
Serving: 12