Keto Praline Cookies

Indulge in a low-carb, crispy, and sweet treat with this pecan praline recipe. Enjoy the crunchy sweetness of this dessert while keeping your carb intake low.

These cookies are a perfect blend of the sweet, caramelized flavor of pralines and the crunchy texture of a crisp cookie. Even better, they contain less than one net carbohydrate per serving. Let’s dive into the process of making these guilt-free goodies.

Ingredients

To begin, you’ll need the following ingredients:

• 1 cup sugar substitute (equivalent to regular sugar)
• A pinch of salt
• A dash of xanthan gum
• 1 large egg white
• A small amount of cream of tartar
• 1 teaspoon maple extract
• 2 cups roughly chopped pecans

These ingredients come together to create a sweet treat that caters to your low-carb dietary needs while satisfying your sweet tooth.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preparing the Dry Ingredients

1. Combine Sugar Substitute, Salt, and Xanthan Gum Start by adding a sugar substitute equal to one cup of regular sugar into a mixing bowl. Following this, add a pinch of salt and a dash of xanthan gum. Use a whisk to mix these ingredients until they are well combined and even.

Whipping the Egg Whites

2. Add Cream of Tartar to Egg Whites In a separate bowl, add a small amount of cream of tartar to the white of one large egg. Use an electric hand mixer to whip the egg white until it becomes fluffy and stiff.
3. Incorporate Maple Extract Add one teaspoon of maple extract to the whipped egg whites and gently mix them together. For the best flavor, it’s essential to use maple extract; vanilla extract doesn’t quite capture the same taste.

Combining Wet and Dry Ingredients

4. Mix Egg Whites with Dry Ingredients Carefully add the whipped egg whites to the dry mixture you prepared earlier. Ensure to mix them until they are well incorporated.

Adding the Pecans

5. Fold in the Pecans Now, it’s time to add the key ingredient—pecans! Add two cups of roughly chopped pecans to the mixture. Stir the mixture again to ensure each piece of pecan is well coated with the cookie batter.

Baking the Cookies

6. Prepare the Baking Sheet Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent the cookies from sticking.
7. Portion the Cookie Dough Divide the pecan mixture evenly into 12 individual portions on the lined baking sheet. Make sure to space them out evenly to ensure they cook uniformly.
8. Bake the Cookies Place the cookies in the middle of a preheated oven at 275°F (135°C) and bake for around 35 minutes. This slow cooking process allows the cookies to become crisp without burning.

Post-Baking

Cooling the Cookies

9. Initial Cooling Phase After removing the cookies from the oven, let them cool for about 15 minutes. During this time, you may notice they stick a bit to the parchment paper—don’t worry, this is normal!
10. Final Cooling Phase Carefully transfer the cookies, along with the parchment paper, off the baking sheet and let them cool for an additional 10 minutes. Once they’ve cooled off, gently peel the cookies from the paper to fully detach them.

Final Thoughts

Texture and Taste

The final praline cookies are incredibly crunchy yet delicate. The combination of the sweet, caramelized flavor and the texture of toasted pecans makes these cookies truly irresistible.

Enjoy and Share

I hope you guys enjoy this low-carb treat as much as I do! This recipe is a fantastic option for anyone looking to satisfy their sweet tooth without the added carbohydrates. Enjoy this delightful treat with family and friends, and don’t hesitate to make them again!

Happy baking!