Meet our mouth-watering Keto Brookie Bars! They're the sweet treat you've been waiting for without straying from your keto diet. Imagine the best parts of a fudgy brownie and a chewy chocolate chip cookie, all in one bite. Whether you're sharing with friends or just treating yourself, this recipe is a sure hit. Get ready for a treat that's just as fun to eat as it is to make.
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- Preparation and cooking overview
- Chef's note
- 🥮 Ingredients for this keto brookie bars recipe
- Ingredient substitutions
- Additional ingredients
- Cooking tools required
- Tools substitute options
- How to make Keto Brookie Bars: step-by-step guide
- Cooking methods
- Preparation steps
- Cooking instructions
- How to serve keto brookie bars?
- How to make it healthier
- Time-saving tips
- What can I prepare ahead of time?
- Storage and reheating instructions
- Storage instructions
- Reheating instructions
- Recipe wrap-up and conclusion
- Frequently asked questions
- 📖 Recipe
Preparation and cooking overview
With a prep time of just 10 minutes and a quick bake of 25-30 minutes, you can prepare these melt-in-your-mouth keto brownie cookie bars in a snap! Simply prepare the brownie mix, whip up the cookie dough, layer them in your favorite greased skillet or pan, and let the oven do the rest. Enjoy the divine fusion of a rich, fudgy brownie and a soft, chewy cookie that's sure to make your taste buds dance!
Chef's note
Don't hesitate to get creative! If you have a different favorite keto-friendly sweetener, go ahead and use that. You can also experiment with other ingredients to adjust the texture or flavor. Try adding chopped nuts or coconut flakes for a delightful crunch. The best part? These bars are ideal as a make-ahead treat that you can relish throughout the week.
For more inspiration check out our Dessert recipe.
🥮 Ingredients for this keto brookie bars recipe
Here's a list of ingredients you need for this easy brookie recipe:
Brownie batter
Cookie batter
Ingredient substitutions
If your pantry doesn't have all the ingredients listed, no worries! You can use these handy substitutes:
Additional ingredients
Unleash your creativity with these additional ingredient ideas:
Cooking tools required
To make these keto brookies, you'll need the following tools:
Tools substitute options
How to make Keto Brookie Bars: step-by-step guide
Cooking methods
Preparation steps
- Gather all your ingredients so that you have everything you need on hand before you start.
- Get your bowls, skillet, and measuring tools ready. If you're using a baking dish instead of a skillet, remember to grease it well to avoid sticking.
- Start preheating your oven before you begin mixing your ingredients. This will ensure it's ready when you are.
- Ensure your eggs are at room temperature for a smoother texture.
- Melt your butter ahead of time so it can cool a little before you add it to your batter.
Cooking instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350° F.
- In a medium bowl, mix the brownie ingredients and transfer them into a greased 8" cast iron skillet.
- Mix the cookie ingredients separately and place the dough on the brownie layer. Spread evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, covering with foil halfway through to avoid excessive browning.
- Allow brookies to cool down completely before cutting them into 12 delicious pieces.
Chef's pro tip
A common hiccup when baking these brookie bars is leaving them in the oven too long. This can dry them out. To make sure they stay moist and fudgy, check them a bit earlier than the suggested baking time. Just stick a toothpick in the center. If it comes out with a few damp crumbs, they're perfect! So, keep an eye on the clock, and you'll have the yummiest, gooey brookie bars every time!
How to serve keto brookie bars?
Note: Be mindful that incorporating additional ingredients may increase the overall calorie count.
How to make it healthier
You can make these low-carb brookies cookies even healthier by following these tips:
Time-saving tips
What can I prepare ahead of time?
Storage and reheating instructions
Storage instructions
Reheating instructions
Leftover brookies taste just like new when reheated right. If you've frozen them, let them thaw overnight in the fridge first. Here's how to reheat:
Recipe wrap-up and conclusion
You're gonna love these Keto Brookie Bars. They're a hit with everyone, giving you the best of both worlds - chewy cookies and fudgy brownies in one! Bring them to your next gathering and watch them disappear. Just make sure to save one for yourself!
No need to skip dessert on your keto diet. With this recipe, you can enjoy a sweet treat without guilt. So, get your apron on, start baking, and share the joy of keto brookies with your loved ones. Happy baking, folks!
Frequently asked questions
📖 Recipe
Keto Brookie Bars
Ingredients
Brownie Layer:
- 1 stick butter melted
- 1 cup powdered Swerve
- ¾ cup cocoa powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 eggs at room temperature
- ¾ cup almond flour
- ¼ cup Lily’s chocolate chips
Cookie Layer:
- 3 tablespoons butter melted
- ¼ cup brown Swerve
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup almond flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ cup sugar free chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350° F.
- Mix the brownie ingredients together in a medium bowl, pour the batter into a greased 8” cast iron skillet or brownie pan.
- Mix together the cookie ingredients in a medium bowl, place the dough on top of the brownie mixture. Spread evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, covering with foil halfway through. Cool completely before cutting into 12 pieces.
Kristen says
These some of the best brownies I've ever had, and definitely the best keto ones after trying several other recipes. I don't taste the cookie layer very much but next time I might try doubling the recipe for the cookie layer to make it thicker. The brownie part is so fudgy, I love eating these cold out of the fridge with some milk. Amazing just like all your other recipes I've tried! Thanks for making keto cooking fun and accessible.
Jeska | brookie recipe from scratch says
Wonderful recipe! I'll be making these tomorrow for Memorial Day. Thanks for sharing.
Diane McCulloch says
Delicious and simple to make☺️I doubled the cookie recipe because I used a larger cast iron skillet
Molly says
Can you substitute Swerve for liquid? Like Agave?
Cast Iron Keto says
No, a liquid sweetener wouldn't work here as written.
Pam Christenberry says
What are the white granules on top? Finishing salt?
Cast Iron Keto says
Yes!
Nikki says
Hi, could you swap out the almond flour? If so, what would you recommend?
Cast Iron Keto says
Hi Nikki, as we've only tested this recipe with almond flour we can't advise on a sub for this ingredient. There's not a 1:1 almond flour replacement but if you give it a go let us know how they turn out!
Shannon Bond says
sesame flour works well.