Easy Keto No Bake Cookies! Peanut Butter Chocolate Cookie Recipe (2024)

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Keto No-Bake Cookies! Make this easy keto dessert recipe quick with chocolate, peanut butter, and coconut. The ultimate no-bake keto sweet treat that’s low carb, sugar-free and simple!

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Is there anything better than an easy keto dessert recipe featuring chocolate & peanut butter?

Nope! Especially when it takes minimal effort, no oven and no ridiculously long chill time!

I know I’ve thrown the term “game-changer” around fairly liberally around here, but this time it is 100% appropriate. See, there was a point in my life where I was straight up addicted to those no-bake oatmeal cookies. You know the ones with the oats, cocoa and peanut butter? Yeah, my grandmother introduced me to those when I was little and I have the fondest memories of burning my mouth on the spoon she used to stir those bad boys on the stove top.

Back then I didn’t know what a carb was and I doubt I would’ve cared my favorite dessert contained 100,000 carbs each. Now, I do.

Now, before I jump into the recipe, let’s (briefly) discuss the elephant in the roompeanut butter& the keto diet. If you’ve never given it much thought – a quick google search will show you that there are a lot of folks who have and the final word is: you decide!

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Here’s the deal: peanut butter can be a healthy part of your low carb and yes, keto diet, as long as it’s the RIGHT KIND.

Your best bet is to choose a natural peanut butter – without the extra sugar. The fewer the ingredients, the better. Natural peanut butter typically contains around 2-4 net carbs per tablespoon. The total carbs after you subtract the dietary fiber.

Brands likeCrazy Richard’s All Natural&Perfect Keto Nut Butter(with MCT Oil) are two I’m comfortable recommending. You can get Crazy Richard’s on Amazon & if you go with thePerfect Keto– use the WTYM15 discount code for 15% off:)

How To Make Keto No Bake Cookies

These keto cookies are super easy to put together. Peanut butter, cocoa powder, and coconut are the must-have on hand ingredients. You may also need vanilla, erythritol, or Sukrin Gold.

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The first time I made these, I was trying to be fancy, and I used Sukrin Gold (a brown sugar swap) and Vanilla. They were fabulous, but the Sukrin Gold did add a few carbs, and I wasn’t so crazy about that – so, of course, because part of my job is making cookies and eating them – I tried them without the Sukrin Gold the very next night.

Ok fine, I was out, and I needed more cookies.

Guess what? They were just as good!

So how do you make no-bake cookies? Easy. All you need to do is stir your peanut butter, cocoa powder and coconut together in one bowl – and here’s my favorite part – taste it before you add sweetener. You may not need any vanilla, erythritol or Sukrin Gold – so why use it if you don’t have to?

If you feel like you need the cookies to be a little sweeter, go ahead and add in the vanilla first then follow that with your sweetener of choice.

Next step: Grab a cookie sheet and line it with wax paper. Use a cookie scoop or a spoon to drop the batter onto the pan. Then put that pan into the freezer and try to do something to take your mind off of dessert for 25-30 minutes.

Now, there are a couple of drawbacks I have to tell you about – full disclosure.

A) You have to store these in the freezer so you cannot hide them from your family. (Who will eat them and leave the empty pan behind)

B) They aren’t the prettiest cookie in the world, but what matters is on the inside, right?

Keto No Bake Cookies Variations

Here’s the thing – you can customize this recipe all you want! Add in some almonds or pecans or experiment with different sweeteners. Some folks add butter to their no-bakes – try it and see what works for you!

How Many Cookies In A Batch?

These are drop cookies – so the size of your cookie is going to depend on you. To get more than a dozen per batch, use a mini cookie scoop – If you go that route, you could end up with around 18 small cookies. I calculated the nutrition info based on 12 cookies. If you make more than 12, the macros will be a little different.

Macros: Total Fat: 14 Grams Protein: 4.1 Grams Net Carbs: 3 Net Carbs

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Easy Keto Chocolate Peanut Butter No-Bake Cookies! The Best Low Carb Keto Cookie Recipe

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  • Author: Heather Burnett
  • Total Time: 30 Minutes
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The best low carb, no bake keto cookies on the ketogenic diet! Try this simple & quick 5 minute keto cookie recipe with peanut butter, coconut, & cocoa powder for a keto dessert that is out of this world delicious!

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Instructions

  • Mix peanut butter, coconut and cocoa powder together in a large bowl.
  • Add in 1 Teaspoon Vanilla and 1/2 Teaspoon Sukrin Gold or Erythritol (Optional)
  • Using a cookie scoop or a teaspoon, drop 12 cookies onto a parchment paper lined cookie sheet
  • Freeze for 25-30 minutes
  • Enjoy!

Notes

Store Cookies in Freezer

  • Prep Time: 5 Minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 Minutes
  • Category: Keto
  • Method: No Bake
  • Cuisine: Dessert

Keywords: Keto No Bake Cookies, Keto Dessert, Low Carb dessert, Keto Diet cookies, Low carb treats

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FAQs

How many carbs are in peanut butter no bake cookies? ›

Amount/Serving%DV*Amount/Serving
Total Fat 5.6g14%Tot. Carb. 22.2g
Sat. Fat 1.9g9%Dietary Fiber 1.4g
Trans Fat 0gSugars 14.8g
Cholesterol 0mgProtein 2.2g
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What makes no bake cookies not set up? ›

Boiling too long will cause the cookies to be dry and crumbly. However, if you don't boil long enough the cookies will not set and will be runny. Some folks say bring the mixture to a rolling boil and then count to 60, while others swear by counting to 90.

How do you thicken no bake cookies? ›

Most no-bake cookies have some sticky ingredient to hold it together. If you used something sticky like butter, peanut butter, melted marshmallows or melted chocolate I would pop them in the fridge, so they firm up. If that doesn't help, I would completely dip them in melted chocolate and let them harden in the fridge.

What causes no bake cookies to be crumbly? ›

A: Chances are if the no-bakes turned out dry and crumbly it was because you overcooked them. While we call them cookies, oatmeal no-bakes are really more of a confection or fudge with oats stirred in. When it comes to candy, the longer it is cooked, the drier and harder it becomes.

How many calories are in a peanut butter chocolate no bake cookie? ›

Nutrition Facts (per serving)
165Calories
7gFat
23gCarbs
3gProtein
Oct 26, 2023

How do you eat peanut butter without carbs? ›

You can serve nut butters on keto almond flour bread, on keto crackers, stir through keto ice cream, spread on peanut butter fudge, mix with keto maple syrup on pancakes or keto waffles.

Why won't my no bake cookies get hard? ›

Why Didn't My No-Bake Cookies Set? Likely, you didn't boil the mixture long enough. You want the butter, milk, sugar, and cocoa mixture to boil for 2-3 full minutes and reach between 190°F-200°F. If you don't boil them for long enough, they will turn out gooey and will not set.

What are the basic ingredients for peanut butter cookies? ›

What happens if you don't put cornstarch in cookies? ›

If you don't have cornstarch on hand, there are a few alternative steps you can take to produce the cookie of your dreams. Go heavy on brown sugar. It has more moisture than its granulated counterpart, which means the cookie comes out less crispy. Unsurprisingly, more liquid retention guarantees a softer bite.

What happens if you add cornstarch to cookies? ›

“The result is added tenderness with more structure.” You don't need much of the ingredient to notice significant changes in your favorite recipe. Add a teaspoon or two to your dry ingredient mix and it will drastically change the texture. It's also fun to experiment until you get the exact finish you desire.

What happens if you bake cookies without enough flour? ›

As a bonus, I did a little research to find out just what role each ingredient plays in chocolate chip cookies, so you can adjust your recipe however you feel like experimenting. Flour adds fluff and texture to the cookies. Adding too little flour can cause cookies to be flat, greasy, and crispy.

Why are my peanut butter cookies gritty? ›

The oils in natural peanut butter tend to separate, causing cookies to spread and take on a gritty texture.

Why do my cookies go flat when I bake them? ›

OVEN IS TOO HOT

If your cookies consistently come out flat, you may have selected the wrong baking temperature. If you bake cookies using too much heat, the fats in the dough begin to melt before the other ingredients can cook together and form your cookie's rise.

Why are my oats hard in my cookies? ›

If your oatmeal cookies turn out too hard or dry, here are a few possible reasons: Overbaking: Overbaking is a common culprit for dry cookies. Make sure you follow the recommended baking time and temperature in your recipe. Typically, oatmeal cookies should bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 10-12 minutes.

How many carbs are in a no bake cookie? ›

Original Chocolate No-bake Cookies (0.5 cookie) contains 39g total carbs, 37g net carbs, 10g fat, 4g protein, and 256 calories.

How much nutrition is in a no bake peanut butter cookie? ›

Nutrition Facts (per serving)
152Calories
8gFat
19gCarbs
3gProtein
May 19, 2022

How many calories are in a no bake cookie with peanut butter? ›

170 Calories
Fat7 g
Carbs24 g
Fiber2 g
Protein4 g

Can you eat cookies on low carb diet? ›

With just a few ingredient substitutions, you can have cookies that you can enjoy without worrying about counting carbs. A keto cookie will often have 4 grams of net carbs or less, depending on the flavor and the manufacturer.

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