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Keto Pecan Pie Cookies - Buttery, Nutty, and Low-Carb

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • Almond flour (finely blanched for the best texture)
  • Coconut flour (a small amount for structure)
  • Unsalted butter
  • Egg (plus one extra yolk, optional for richer dough)
  • Vanilla extract
  • Salt
  • Baking powder (aluminum-free if preferred)
  • Granulated erythritol or allulose (for the cookie dough)
  • Brown sugar substitute (like a brown erythritol blend or allulose “brown” for the filling)
  • Chopped pecans (toasted if you want extra flavor)
  • Heavy cream
  • Ground cinnamon (optional, but lovely)

Method
 

  1. Toast the pecans (optional but recommended): Add chopped pecans to a dry skillet over medium heat. Stir for 3–4 minutes until fragrant. Set aside to cool.
  2. Make the dough: In a bowl, beat softened butter with granulated sweetener until fluffy. Mix in the egg, optional extra yolk, vanilla, and a pinch of salt.
  3. Combine dry ingredients: In another bowl, whisk almond flour, coconut flour, and baking powder. Add to the wet mixture and stir until a soft dough forms. If the dough seems sticky, chill for 20–30 minutes.
  4. Preheat and prep: Heat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  5. Shape the cookies: Scoop tablespoon-sized balls and roll gently. Place on the sheet with space between. Press the center with your thumb or the back of a teaspoon to make a well.
  6. Make the filling: In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium-low heat. Stir in brown sugar substitute and heavy cream. Simmer 1–2 minutes until slightly thickened. Remove from heat and fold in chopped pecans and a pinch of cinnamon.
  7. Fill and bake: Spoon a small amount of pecan mixture into each well. Bake for 10–12 minutes, until edges are lightly golden. The centers will look soft—that’s perfect.
  8. Cool completely: Let cookies cool on the sheet for 10 minutes, then transfer to a rack. The filling will set as they cool.
  9. Taste and adjust: If you prefer a stronger “caramel” note, sprinkle a touch of extra brown sweetener on top while warm, or add a drop of vanilla to the filling next time.