Ingredients
For the Chocolate Cookies
- 1½ cups (150 g) fine almond flour
- ½ cup (50 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ cup (100 g) powdered erythritol or monk fruit sweetener
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup (60 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Cream Filling
- 4 oz (115 g) cream cheese, softened
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup (75 g) powdered erythritol
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Optional Ingredients
- ½ teaspoon espresso powder (enhances chocolate flavor)
- Sugar-free chocolate chips
- A few drops of stevia or monk fruit extract for extra sweetness
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer
- Rolling pin
- Parchment paper
- Round cookie cutter (about 2 inches)
- Baking sheet
- Cooling rack
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Cookie Dough
- In a bowl, whisk together:
- Almond flour
- Cocoa powder
- Powdered sweetener
- Baking powder
- Salt
- Add softened butter, egg, and vanilla extract.
- Mix until a smooth cookie dough forms.
- Wrap the dough and chill for 30 minutes to make it easier to handle.
Step 2: Roll and Cut the Cookies
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Place dough between two sheets of parchment paper.
- Roll the dough to about ⅛ inch (3 mm) thick.
- Cut into small circles using a cookie cutter.
- Place cookies on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Step 3: Bake the Cookies
- Bake for 10–12 minutes until firm around the edges.
- Allow cookies to cool completely on a wire rack.
- They will become crispier as they cool.
Step 4: Make the Cream Filling
- Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth.
- Add powdered sweetener, vanilla extract, and salt.
- Mix until fluffy and creamy.
Step 5: Assemble the Keto Oreos
- Spread or pipe about 1 teaspoon of filling onto the flat side of one cookie.
- Place another cookie on top.
- Press gently until the filling reaches the edges.
- Repeat with remaining cookies.
Step 6: Chill and Serve
- Refrigerate assembled cookies for 20–30 minutes to firm up the filling.
- Serve chilled or slightly softened at room temperature.
Flavor Variations
Chocolate Mint Keto Oreos
Add ¼ teaspoon peppermint extract to the filling.
Peanut Butter Oreos
Replace half the cream cheese filling with natural peanut butter.
Birthday Cake Oreos
Add sugar-free sprinkles and extra vanilla flavoring to the filling.
Double Chocolate Oreos
Add sugar-free chocolate chips to the cookie dough.
Strawberry Cream Oreos
Add freeze-dried strawberry powder to the filling.
Storage
- Refrigerator: Store in an airtight container for up to 7 days.
- Freezer: Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before serving.
Serving Suggestions
Enjoy Keto Oreos with:
- Unsweetened almond milk
- Coffee or espresso
- Keto ice cream
- Whipped cream
- Low-carb milkshakes
- Fresh berries
Chef’s Tips
- Use fine almond flour for a smoother cookie texture.
- Chill the dough before rolling to prevent sticking.
- Roll the dough evenly so all cookies bake at the same rate.
- Let cookies cool completely before adding filling to prevent melting.
- For a more authentic Oreo texture, bake slightly longer for a crispier cookie.
Approximate Nutrition (Per Sandwich Cookie)
- Calories: 95
- Fat: 9 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Total Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Net Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 70 mg
