Description
Low-Carb Pecan Softies with Sea Salt and Dark Chocolate promise a delightful treat!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup finely chopped pecans
- 1/4 cup erythritol or your favorite low-carb sweetener
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sugar-free dark chocolate chips
- Sea salt for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix together the almond flour, chopped pecans, erythritol, salt, baking powder, and cocoa powder until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, beat the softened butter, egg, and vanilla extract until creamy and smooth.
- Gradually incorporate the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring until a cohesive dough forms.
- Gently fold in the sugar-free dark chocolate chips.
- Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls, placing them on the lined baking sheet with enough space in between.
- Lightly press down each ball with your hand and sprinkle a small amount of sea salt on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, ensuring the edges are firm while the centers remain soft.
- Let the bites cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before moving them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Enhance the flavor by adding a teaspoon of cinnamon or a hint of almond extract.
- Feel free to swap out pecans for walnuts or macadamia nuts for a unique twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Low-Carb
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Low-Carb Pecan Softies, Sea Salt, Dark Chocolate