Keto Sugar Cookies with Buttercream Recipe

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Gluten Free
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Keto Sugar Cookies with Buttercream
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Description

These sugar cookies, adorned with a luscious buttercream frosting, are sure to become a delightful treat. From the very first bite, their soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture is incredibly appealing. The foundation of these cookies lies in a harmonious blend of salted butter, cream cheese, and almond flour, with a splash of vanilla extract that infuses a warm, inviting flavor.

These cookies are ideal for any festive occasion, bringing a touch of sweetness to gatherings and celebrations. The dough is carefully rolled to the ideal thickness, then transformed into classic cookie shapes before being baked to a delicate golden-brown perfection. Once cooled, each cookie becomes a canvas for a generous layer of light and airy buttercream frosting, adding a smooth and creamy contrast to the tender cookie base.

The buttery richness of the cookie dough, combined with the subtle tang of cream cheese, creates a complex flavor profile that is both satisfying and memorable. The vanilla extract enhances these flavors, adding a touch of warmth and depth. Feel free to experiment with different extracts to customize your cookies, such as peppermint for a festive twist, or almond for a nutty nuance.

The resulting cookies are not only delicious but also visually appealing, making them a welcome addition to any dessert table. Their delicate sweetness and satisfying texture make them a perfect accompaniment to a cup of tea or coffee, or simply enjoyed on their own as a sweet indulgence. These sugar cookies are sure to be a hit with both young and old, becoming a cherished part of your baking repertoire.

For optimal results, it is recommended to use conventional salted butter at room temperature, as its consistency contributes to the desired texture of the cookies.

Preparation Time

Prep Time
30 min
Cook Time
35 min
Total Time
1 h 5 min

Nutrition Information

Per 1 piece serving
C
Calories
160 Kcal

C
Carbs
5 g
Fi
Fiber
1 g
Sugar
1 g

P
Protein
2 g

C
Fats
15 g
Saturated Fats 9 g
Unsaturated Fats 5 g

Cholestrol 50 mg
Sodium 50 mg
Potassium 10 mg
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Ingredients

    1.
    Butter
    Butter
    1 stick
    2.
    Cream cheese
    Cream cheese
    2 oz
    3.
    Baking Aids Xanthan Gum
    Baking Aids Xanthan Gum
    1 tsp
    4.
    Powdered Erythritol (Icing Sugar)
    Powdered Erythritol (Icing Sugar)
    0.67 cup
    5.
    Almond flour
    Almond flour
    2.25 cup
    6.
    Coarse Kosher Salt
    Coarse Kosher Salt
    0.5 tsp
    7.
    Vanilla extract
    Vanilla extract
    2 tsp
    8.
    Baking powder
    Baking powder
    0.5 tsp
    9.
    Powdered Erythritol (Icing Sugar)
    Powdered Erythritol (Icing Sugar)
    0.67 cup
    10.
    Butter
    Butter
    1 stick
    11.
    Almond extract
    Almond extract
    1 tsp

Instructions

    1.
    Preheat an oven to 350 F. Cream the salted butter, cream cheese, xanthan gum, baking powder, and powdered sweetener for 3-4 minutes. Cream these ingredients for the full length of time as it ensures a very light and fluffy cookie. Ensure all the ingredients are at room temperature, especially the butter and cream cheese, to aid in this process.
    2.
    Next, add in the almond flour, kosher salt, and vanilla extract. Then cream the mixture for 2-3 minutes. Divide the dough in half and wrap each in plastic wrap.
    3.
    Form each into a disk shape and chill for 30 minutes to one hour. You want to make sure the dough is properly chilled as the dough is sticky. The dough should be fairly firm even during the rolling process.
    4.
    Unwrap one of the doughs and place in between two pieces of parchment paper. Roll the dough to a "".25" thickness, then cut the cookies using a 2 ".875" round cookie cutter (or another cutter around the same size). Chill the baking sheet with the cookies on for 10 minutes.
    5.
    You want to be sure the dough stays chilled throughout the entire process, so the dough is easy to work with. If it begins to warm, roll up the dough and chill or freeze until firm again. Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes or until puffed and very lightly golden brown. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet before transferring to a cooling rack.
    6.
    In the meantime, combine the remaining ingredients to make the frosting. Beat the ingredients in a stand mixer bowl until light and fluffy, about 4-5 minutes. Once the cookies are cooled, use a small spatula to spread frosting over the top of each cookie.