Imagine sinking your teeth into a decadent, vibrant red cookie that's not only irresistibly delicious but also completely keto-friendly! These Red Velvet Cookies are the ultimate low-carb treat that proves you don't have to sacrifice flavor while maintaining a healthy lifestyle. With their rich, velvety texture and stunning crimson color, these cookies will make you forget you're even on a diet - they're that good!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Total Time: 27 mins
Cuisine: Keto
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 2 cups almond flour
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup erythritol
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp red food coloring
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together almond flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined and free of lumps.
- In a separate large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and erythritol together using an electric mixer until light and fluffy, approximately 2-3 minutes.
- Add the egg to the butter mixture and beat until fully incorporated. Mix in the vanilla extract and red food coloring, ensuring an even, vibrant red color.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until a soft cookie dough forms. The dough should be slightly sticky but hold together.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Gently flatten each cookie with the back of a spoon or your fingers to create a uniform thickness, about 1/2 inch high.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and slightly golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or refrigerate for extended freshness.
Tips
- Use room temperature ingredients to ensure smooth mixing and consistent cookie texture.
- For the most vibrant red color, use gel food coloring instead of liquid, as it provides more intense pigmentation without adding extra moisture.
- Don't overmix the dough - this can make the cookies tough. Mix just until ingredients are combined.
- Use a cookie scoop for uniform cookie sizes, which helps ensure even baking.
- Allow cookies to cool completely before storing to maintain their crisp texture.
- For extra richness, consider adding a few sugar-free chocolate chips to the dough.
- If the dough seems too sticky, refrigerate for 15-20 minutes before scooping and baking.
- Use a high-quality almond flour for the best texture and flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 174kcal
Carbohydrates: 5g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 20mg
