Description
These keto cardamom almond flour shortbread cookies with orange zest are a delightful treat that combines the warm flavors of cardamom and the refreshing zest of orange, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth while staying low-carb.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups almond flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup erythritol or preferred keto sweetener
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and erythritol until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg, vanilla extract, orange zest, and ground cardamom to the mixture and mix well.
- In a separate bowl, combine the almond flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until a dough forms.
- Roll the dough into small balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Flatten each ball slightly with the palm of your hand.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week.
- For added flavor, consider adding chopped nuts or sugar-free chocolate chips.
- These cookies can be frozen for longer storage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg