Keto brownies

Keto brownies

Want a decadent keto chocolate treat? Well, there's no such thing as too much chocolate with this keto double chocolate brownie, featuring cocoa and dark chocolate. It's a great dessert for a party, but they'll go in a flash so be sure to save a few for you!
January 28 2019 recipe & photo by , nutritional review by in Recipes, Dessert

Keto brownies

Want a decadent keto chocolate treat? Well, there's no such thing as too much chocolate with this keto double chocolate brownie, featuring cocoa and dark chocolate. It's a great dessert for a party, but they'll go in a flash so be sure to save a few for you!
USMetric
24 servingservings

Ingredients

  • 6 oz. 170 g butter, softened
  • 1⁄3 cup (3 oz.) 80 ml (85 g) almond butter
  • 3 3 large egglarge eggs
  • ¾ cup (5½ oz.) 180 ml (160 g) erythritol
  • 1⁄3 cup (1 oz.) 80 ml (30 g) cocoa powder
  • 1 cup (4 oz.) 240 ml (110 g) almond flour
  • ½ tsp ½ tsp baking powder
  • ¼ tsp ¼ tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp 2 tbsp water
  • 1 tbsp 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • ½ tsp ½ tsp instant coffee powder (optional)
  • 1 oz. 28 g dark chocolate with a minimum of 80% cocoa solids, chopped
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Instructions

Instructions are for 24 servings. Please modify as needed.

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) degrees.
  2. Line a 9” by 13” (23 x 33 cm) baking dish with parchment paper.
  3. Use a hand mixer or stand mixer to combine the butter, almond butter, eggs, and sweetener. Mix well until the sweetener is thoroughly incorporated.
  4. Add the cocoa powder, almond flour, baking powder, salt, water, vanilla extract, and instant coffee powder and stir until smooth. Lightly mix in the chopped chocolate bar.
  5. Pour the mixture into the baking dish and smooth with a spatula. The batter will be thick.
  6. Bake for 25 to 28 minutes or until just set. Do not overbake or the bars will be dry.
  7. Let cool for 20 to 30 minutes before cutting.

Tips

For a less sweet brownie you can reduce or eliminate the erythritol sweetener.

For an even more decadent dessert, serve with unsweetened whipping cream, beaten to soft peaks.

Store covered in the refrigerator to prevent drying out.

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56 comments

  1. 1
    Mati
    February 3 2019
    Can I make these without the erithrol or will they not come out any good? as I don’t use any type of sweetness. I know they may not taste as sweet but I’m okay with that
    Reply: #2
  2. 2
    Reply to comment #1 by Mati
    Kristin Parker Team Diet Doctor
    February 3 2019
    These have not been tested with no added sweetener.
  3. 3
    YL
    February 3 2019
    They’ll be fine without the sweetener. That’s how I’d make them - the almond butter and 80% chocolate will add enough sweetness for those used to eating keto. Might not be so palatable for those who eat a ‘normal’ diet if you’re sharing.
  4. 4
    YL
    February 3 2019
    They’ll be fine without sweeteners. That’s how I’d make them. The almond butter and 80%+ chocolate will add enough sweetness for anyone accustomed to eating keto. May not be so palatable for those eating an ‘normal’ diet if you are sharing.
  5. 5
    reeny
    February 5 2019
    What size pan and do you oil it or use parchment paper?
    Reply: #6
  6. 6
    Reply to comment #5 by reeny
    Kristin Parker Team Diet Doctor
    February 5 2019

    What size pan and do you oil it or use parchment paper?

    Please read step 2 of the Instructions.

  7. 7
    Fiona
    February 9 2019
    Beautiful cakes with a perfect fudgey texture
  8. 8
    Debbie
    February 13 2019
    Yum! I have made these twice now & are now in my favourites. I doubled the dark chocolate. I found that they are better to be cut after the tray is put in the fridge and cold. They are also yum heated up and topped with a little cream for dessert 👍😊
  9. 9
    Noita
    February 26 2019
    about how many carbs per square inch of brownie lol plz someone do the math
    Reply: #10
  10. 10
    Reply to comment #9 by Noita
    Kristin Parker Team Diet Doctor
    February 26 2019

    about how many carbs per square inch of brownie lol plz someone do the math

    If you get 24 servings, they are 2g carbs each.

    Reply: #32
  11. 11
    Leanne
    March 12 2019
    Just made these and they are delicious! Will probably lessen the amount of sweetener next time but overall, yum 😋
  12. 12
    Colleen
    May 2 2019
    Can you just use extra butter or do you have to have almond butter?
    Reply: #13
  13. 13
    Reply to comment #12 by Colleen
    Kristin Parker Team Diet Doctor
    May 4 2019

    Can you just use extra butter or do you have to have almond butter?

    Dairy butter and almond butter are very different in taste and texture.

  14. 14
    anonymous
    May 8 2019
    we don't have almond butter in my country. what can I use instead?
    Reply: #15
  15. 15
    Reply to comment #14 by anonymous
    Kristin Parker Team Diet Doctor
    May 9 2019

    we don't have almond butter in my country. what can I use instead?

    You could try peanut butter.

    Reply: #48
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    Teresa
    May 21 2019
    I just made these and they are very good! I added 1/4 cup of chopped pecans and they were a great addition!
  17. 17
    Amanda
    October 31 2019
    These turned out very well for me. I froze them and microwave them one at a time. Very decadent with whipped cream on them. I used crunchy almond butter as it was what I had, and it replaced the need for chopped nuts in the brownies. I really liked the coffee overtones. I used a little less erythritol than called for, plenty sweet for me.
  18. 18
    kevin.edward.path
    May 14 2020
    I found these to be very dry, felt like something was missing but double-checked the recipe and can’t see anything I missed. Definitely improved served with some cream for moisture
    Reply: #19
  19. 19
    Reply to comment #18 by kevin.edward.path
    Crystal Pullen Team Diet Doctor
    May 14 2020

    I found these to be very dry, felt like something was missing but double-checked the recipe and can’t see anything I missed. Definitely improved served with some cream for moisture

    Is it possible they were overbaked?

  20. 20
    Joanna
    June 17 2020
    I Followed the recipe exactly the mixture was very thick, it wouldn’t pour into the tray is this normal. I ended up adding more water to loosen the texture as it looked more like sponge texture.
    Baked for 20 mins and they were still dry
    Reply: #21
  21. 21
    Reply to comment #20 by Joanna
    Crystal Pullen Team Diet Doctor
    June 18 2020

    I Followed the recipe exactly the mixture was very thick, it wouldn’t pour into the tray is this normal. I ended up adding more water to loosen the texture as it looked more like sponge texture.
    Baked for 20 mins and they were still dry

    As shown in the video, this should be a very thick batter.

  22. 22
    jruth29
    September 13 2020
    These are delicious. Brought them to a dinner party to share for dessert. They were very well received - both adults and kids loved them. We enjoyed ours with Keto icecream and a sliced strawberry on top. Thanks for the recipe.
    Reply: #23
  23. 23
    Reply to comment #22 by jruth29
    Kerry Merritt Team Diet Doctor
    September 13 2020

    These are delicious. Brought them to a dinner party to share for dessert. They were very well received - both adults and kids loved them. We enjoyed ours with Keto icecream and a sliced strawberry on top. Thanks for the recipe.

    Great! So glad everyone enjoyed them!

  24. 24
    donna
    November 16 2020
    Hi just made these and are fab but too much for 2 person household to eat at once. Could these be frozen ??
    Reply: #25
  25. 25
    Reply to comment #24 by donna
    Kristin Parker Team Diet Doctor
    November 16 2020

    Hi just made these and are fab but too much for 2 person household to eat at once. Could these be frozen ??

    Yes, these will freeze well! You can let them thaw on the counter when you are ready to enjoy them.

  26. 26
    Jonathan
    December 12 2020
    Should this recipe read 1 tsp of vanilla extract rather than 1 tbsp?
    Reply: #27
  27. 27
    Reply to comment #26 by Jonathan
    Kerry Merritt Team Diet Doctor
    December 12 2020

    Should this recipe read 1 tsp of vanilla extract rather than 1 tbsp?

    Hi, Jonathan! I just confirmed with our recipe team that 1 tbsp is correct! :)

  28. 28
    Christopher
    January 9 2021
    How long do they last and how should they be stored?
    Reply: #29
  29. 29
    Reply to comment #28 by Christopher
    Kerry Merritt Team Diet Doctor
    January 9 2021

    How long do they last and how should they be stored?

    Hi, Christopher! They should last about a week or so, and they should be stored covered in the refrigerator to prevent drying out.

  30. 30
    Heather Nowlin
    February 6 2021
    Can I use pure monk fruit powder instead of erythritol? If so, how much would I use?
    Reply: #31
  31. 31
    Reply to comment #30 by Heather Nowlin
    Kerry Merritt Team Diet Doctor
    February 6 2021

    Can I use pure monk fruit powder instead of erythritol? If so, how much would I use?

    Yes, but as they have different levels of sweetness, that amounts won't be the same. There may be a conversion chart on the bag.

  32. 32
    Reply to comment #10 by Kristin Parker
    Rey
    February 7 2021
    But how come it says on the recipe that you get 1g carbs from 20 servings?
    Reply: #33
  33. 33
    Reply to comment #32 by Rey
    Crystal Pullen Team Diet Doctor
    February 8 2021

    But how come it says on the recipe that you get 1g carbs from 20 servings?

    The nutrition panel shows the nutrition information for one serving.

  34. 34
    Bluegirl
    February 26 2021
    Thank you for awsome super yummy Brownie recipe,followed the recipe,however just added 1 Tbsp of coconut oil super moist, did use 8×8 work great! Thank you again don't have to starve for sweets that aren't beneficial for our bodies.
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  36. 37
    Torriel
    April 23 2021
    What is an alternative for almond butter and almond flour? I see a lot of recipes that ask for these, but I have a nut allergy.
    Reply: #38
  37. 38
    Reply to comment #37 by Torriel
    Charlotte Zwart Team Diet Doctor
    April 23 2021

    What is an alternative for almond butter and almond flour? I see a lot of recipes that ask for these, but I have a nut allergy.

    You can replace it with coconut flour but not in equal amounts. 1 cup of almond flour can be substituted for ⅓ cup of coconut flour. You might also need to add additional eggs.

  38. 39
    john.jd.dawson
    May 30 2021
    Fabulous! Our go-to Keto treat & yummy - we have with cream and a few blueberries.
  39. 40
    Jim
    June 12 2021
    Instead of using almond flour which is one cup how much coconut flour do I use is it 1/3 or 2/3 cups
    Reply: #41
  40. 41
    Reply to comment #40 by Jim
    Kerry Merritt Team Diet Doctor
    June 12 2021

    Instead of using almond flour which is one cup how much coconut flour do I use is it 1/3 or 2/3 cups

    Hi, Jim! 1 cup of almond flour can be substituted for 1/3 cup of coconut flour. Find more info here! https://www.dietdoctor.com/low-carb/recipes/baking

  41. 42
    Charlotte Hughes
    June 14 2021
    The math of this recipe doesn’t add up. If you use 160g of erythritol that’s 160g of carbs from the sugar substitute alone. Not to mention the carbs (although low) from other ingredients.
    This means if you decide the recipe by 24 each brownie square will be at LEAST 6/7g per square?
    Am I missing something?
    Reply: #44
  42. 43
    Charlotte Hughes
    June 14 2021
    *divide the recipe
  43. 44
    Reply to comment #42 by Charlotte Hughes
    Kristin Parker Team Diet Doctor
    June 14 2021

    The math of this recipe doesn’t add up. If you use 160g of erythritol that’s 160g of carbs from the sugar substitute alone. Not to mention the carbs (although low) from other ingredients.
    This means if you decide the recipe by 24 each brownie square will be at LEAST 6/7g per square?
    Am I missing something?

    For our recipes, we deduct erythritol as part of the net carbs. Erythritol is generally safe and does not affect blood sugar for most people.

  44. 45
    Malwina Drumowicz
    June 22 2021
    Can l add buter lactose free?
    Reply: #46
  45. 46
    Reply to comment #45 by Malwina Drumowicz
    Kristin Parker Team Diet Doctor
    June 22 2021

    Can l add buter lactose free?

    Lactose free butter (or ghee) should work well in this recipe.

  46. 47
    natacha
    June 26 2021
    I just made this. I was very good not dry, very moist
  47. 48
    Reply to comment #15 by Kristin Parker
    Eva
    October 16 2021
    I used sunflower seed butter, because I was out of everything else and they came out just beautifully and delicious. I will try next time with less sweetener, I keep getting a tummy ache from erythrit.
  48. 49
    Annette
    October 25 2021
    These are excellent, even when I overcooked and they became dry. They freeze well to.
    My question at the end of video recipe it shows 2g in orange ball but the heading of the recipe has 1g in green ball.

    Please can you confirm which is correct ? Many thanks

    Reply: #50
  49. 50
    Reply to comment #49 by Annette
    Kristin Parker Team Diet Doctor
    October 25 2021

    These are excellent, even when I overcooked and they became dry. They freeze well to.
    My question at the end of video recipe it shows 2g in orange ball but the heading of the recipe has 1g in green ball.
    Please can you confirm which is correct ? Many thanks

    They are 1g net carbs per serving. If the recipe was updated, the video carb count may reflect the prior information.

  50. 51
    Barbara Cooper
    November 10 2021
    I have tried this recipe a few times and downsized to the 6 portion. I realise now that the size of dish and cooking times are not given for the different quantities. Hence they always come out like thick crackers!! Any help on timing and dish size please for smaller quantities thanks
    Reply: #52
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    Reply to comment #51 by Barbara Cooper
    Kristin Parker Team Diet Doctor
    November 10 2021

    I have tried this recipe a few times and downsized to the 6 portion. I realise now that the size of dish and cooking times are not given for the different quantities. Hence they always come out like thick crackers!! Any help on timing and dish size please for smaller quantities thanks

    For dish size, think about the volume. If you want to make a half batch, look for a baking dish that is roughly half the size of a 9x13" dish. 9x13 = 117, so look for a baking dish that is roughly 59 inches squared. You may find this helpful as well.
    https://www.joyofbaking.com/PanSizes.html

  52. 53
    jill
    November 19 2021
    These turned out so good..great recipie
  53. 54
    Renee
    February 18
    What temperature are these cooked at?
    Reply: #55
  54. 55
    Reply to comment #54 by Renee
    Kristin Parker Team Diet Doctor
    February 18

    What temperature are these cooked at?

    The temperature is given in step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) degrees.

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    josie
    March 17
    this came out superb!! I left out the chocolate chips but added all the other ingredients! I threw these bad boys into a freezer bag and kept them stored in there. they dont freeze solid like you may expect. they actually have an ever better texture straight out of freezer. these would be excellent in a keto icecream. my 2 and 4 yr old approve and they're quite picky. I def recommend! when you use almond butter, def make sure you combine the entire jar thoroughly which I think contributed to a great texture. I opened a new jar of almond butter. now normally I'd give it a quick stir with a fork and call it a day. a whole lot of oil was at the top (which as you know is normal and happens all the time!) well I did something different. put the entire jar in a mixing bowl and used a hand mixer to combine all ingredients well. it was perfectly uniform instead of being super oily at top and then rock hard dry on the bottom. I really think this helped with the texture of the brownies!! I'll he doing this from now on with my almond butter.
  56. 57
    Stacey
    November 6
    I misread the instructions (added the sweetener to the dry ingredients instead of mixing with the butters) but they still came out really good!

    I am going to make a double batch this weekend and will freeze them.

    Reply: #58
  57. 58
    Reply to comment #57 by Stacey
    Kerry Merritt Team Diet Doctor
    November 7

    I misread the instructions (added the sweetener to the dry ingredients instead of mixing with the butters) but they still came out really good!
    I am going to make a double batch this weekend and will freeze them.

    Glad they worked out for you, Stacey!

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