Keto Brookies Recipe
A foolproof keto brookies recipe combining a crispy cookie layer with a fudgy brownie base, delivering just 3.2 net carbs per square. Perfect for keto beginners and experienced bakers craving a nostalgic, low-carb dessert.
Ingredients
- 2 cups super-fine blanched almond flour 1⅓ + ⅔ cups
- ⅚ cup granulated sugar-free sweetener ⅓ + ½ cup, erythritol/monk fruit blend preferred
- ¼ cup Dutch-process cocoa powder
- 7 Tbsp unsalted butter ¼ cup + 3 Tbsp, room temperature
- 2 large eggs room temperature
- ⅓ cup + 3 Tbsp sugar-free chocolate chips Lily's or ChocZero recommended
- ½ tsp vanilla extract pure, not imitation
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
Instructions
- Prepare Your Workspace (2 min): Preheat oven to 350°F. Line an 8x8 inch pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang for easy removal.
- Create Cookie Layer (5 min): Whisk almond flour, sweetener, baking soda, and salt. Add softened butter, egg, and vanilla; mix until soft dough forms. Fold in chocolate chips gently.
- Build Brownie Layer (5 min): In a separate bowl, mix almond flour, sweetener, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Add softened butter and egg; beat until smooth and glossy. Batter should be thick but spreadable.
- Layering (3 min): Press two-thirds of cookie dough evenly into pan. Spread brownie batter over cookie layer, leaving a ½-inch border. Drop remaining cookie dough in spoonfuls on top.
- Bake (22 min): Bake 20-22 minutes until edges are set, center jiggles slightly. Top should be golden brown with visible brownie patches.
- Cool & Cut (30 min): Cool completely in pan, lift using parchment overhang, cut into 16 squares with a sharp knife, wiping blade between cuts.
Notes
Use super-fine almond flour for smooth texture. Butter must be room temperature for optimal dough consistency. The “jiggle test” prevents over or underbaking. For dairy-free, substitute butter with solid coconut oil or vegan butter. Store airtight at room temperature up to 5 days; freeze for up to 3 months. Variations: Add peanut butter, spices, or extra cocoa powder for flavor twists. Perfect with keto vanilla ice cream or bulletproof coffee.
