Irresistibly Delicious Keto Pecan Square Recipe to Savor
Enjoy these Keto Pecan Squares, a delightful dessert that combines rich flavors with keto-friendly ingredients.
Equipment
- 9x9-inch baking pan
- mixing bowl
- spatula
- whisk
Ingredients
For the Crust
- 1.5 cups almond flour
- 0.25 cups unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.33 cups granulated erythritol
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter melted
- 1 large egg at room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Pecan Topping
- 1.5 cups pecans roughly chopped
- 0.5 cups sugar-free maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- a pinch salt
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x9-inch baking pan by greasing it or lining it with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine almond flour, cocoa powder, erythritol, and salt. Stir thoroughly to ensure even distribution.
- Add melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture. Mix until combined and forms a cohesive dough.
- Press the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to create the crust layer.
- Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until lightly golden, then let it cool.
- In a separate bowl, mix chopped pecans, maple syrup, heavy cream, and salt until well combined.
- Pour the pecan mixture evenly over the cooled crust in the baking pan.
- Return the baking pan to the oven and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until the pecans are lightly toasted.
- Remove the pan from the oven and allow it to cool at room temperature for at least 30 minutes.
- For the best results, chill the squares in the refrigerator before serving.
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
Serving: 1squareCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 3gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg
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