Description
These Easy Low Carb Keto-Friendly Chocolate Amaretti Cookies are rich, chewy, and packed with deep chocolate and almond flavor. With a crisp exterior and soft center, this gluten-free Italian-inspired dessert is perfect for satisfying sweet cravings while staying keto. Made with simple ingredients, they’re ideal for quick treats, holidays, or meal prep.
Ingredients
- 2 cups almond flour
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ cup granulated keto sweetener (erythritol or monk fruit)
- 2 large egg whites
- 1 tsp almond extract
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp salt
- ⅓ cup sugar-free chocolate chips (optional)
- Powdered keto sweetener (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix almond flour, cocoa powder, keto sweetener, and salt until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk egg whites until slightly frothy (not stiff). Add almond and vanilla extracts.
- Gradually fold wet ingredients into dry ingredients until a thick, sticky dough forms.
- Fold in sugar-free chocolate chips if using.
- Scoop small portions of dough and roll into balls. Place on prepared baking sheet.
- Lightly dust with powdered keto sweetener.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes until set on the outside but soft inside.
- Cool completely on the baking sheet before serving.
Notes
Do not overbake to maintain a soft, chewy center.Dough will be sticky—lightly wet hands if needed when shaping.Add orange extract for a chocolate-orange variation.Cookies firm up as they cool.
