High-Protein Keto Butter Cookies
These are delicate, golden swirl butter cookies. A high-protein, low-carb version of the classic buttery cookie that’s crisp on the edges and melt-in-your-mouth soft!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Beautiful swirl shape and golden color
- High protein from whey protein powder
- Classic buttery flavor with zero sugar
- Easy to pipe and perfect for gifting or tea time
- Crisp, light, and satisfying
Ingredients (Makes about 24 cookies)
- 1 cup (100g) almond flour
- ⅓ cup (35g) vanilla whey protein powder
- ½ cup (115g) butter, softened
- ⅓ cup allulose or powdered sweetener
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp salt
- Optional: ½ tsp almond extract for extra flavor
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, cream the softened butter and sweetener until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the egg yolk, vanilla, and salt.
- Add almond flour and protein powder. Mix until a soft dough forms.
- Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a large star tip. Pipe swirls onto the baking sheet.
- Bake for 10–13 minutes until the edges are lightly golden.
- Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Prep Time: 15 minutes Bake Time: 10–13 minutes Total Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition (Per Cookie)
- Calories: ~70
- Protein: 3g
- Total Carbs: 2g
- Net Carbs: 1g
- Fat: 6g
