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Keto Pecan Square

Indulge Guilt-Free with These Decadent Keto Pecan Squares

These Keto Pecan Squares offer a delicious dessert experience with minimal carbs, perfect for a guilt-free treat.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Keto
Keyword: Healthy Dessert, Keto Pecan Square, keto sweets, low-carb dessert, paleo dessert, sugar-free dessert
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Chill Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 16 squares
Calories: 180kcal

Equipment

  • 9×9-inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Ingredients

For the Crust

  • 1.5 cups almond flour a low-carb alternative
  • 0.25 cups unsweetened cocoa powder adds deep chocolate flavor
  • 0.33 cups granulated erythritol popular keto sweetener
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter melted for texture
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract enhances flavor
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt balances sweetness

For the Topping

  • 1.5 cups pecans roughly chopped, packed with healthy fats
  • 0.5 cups sugar-free maple syrup adds sweetness
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream adds creaminess

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x9-inch baking pan.
  • Mix dry ingredients in a bowl: almond flour, cocoa powder, erythritol, and salt.
  • Combine wet ingredients with dry: melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract.
  • Press the dough into the bottom of the prepared baking pan.
  • Bake the crust for 12-15 minutes or until lightly golden.
  • Prepare the topping by mixing pecans, maple syrup, heavy cream, and salt.
  • Spread the pecan mixture evenly over the cooled crust.
  • Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes.
  • Let the Keto Pecan Square cool in the pan for at least 30 minutes.
  • Chill the squares in the refrigerator before cutting them into pieces.

Notes

Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Keep an eye on baking times to avoid over-baking.

Nutrition

Serving: 1square | Calories: 180kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 120mg | Potassium: 100mg | Fiber: 2g | Vitamin A: 200IU | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 1mg