Why do you add oil to the chocolate when melting?

Using shortening or oil helps to smooth out the chocolate as well as to help to ensure the chocolate does not seize. You can leave out the oil but the bites will be fairly hard.

What is the difference between coconut oil and palm shortening?

Palm shortening is more stable at higher temperatures than coconut oil. Coconut oil will liquify at 78 degrees F. so if you live in a hot state (like I do!), then palm shortening will help to prevent the chocolate from melting on your fingers.

Can I use a different type of cereal?

Yes. Feel free to use any type of cereal that you have on hand.

Why are there so many carbs in this no bake keto recipe?

The carb count may seem high compared to some of my other keto reicpes. However, there are only 6 grams of net carbs per serving since most of the carbs come from fiber.

How do you calculate net carbs for keto recipes?

To calculate net carbs, you need to take the total number of carbs and substract the fiber. This will give you the net carbs.

What is the fat percentage for this recipe?

This keto recipe comes in at 65% fat. If you want to add more fat to this recipe to increase the percentage, add a cup of pecans or macadamia nuts. Adding 1 cup of macadamia nuts will raise each serving to 75% fat.

Keto Chocolate S'mores Snack - Copycat Fannie May recipe

Ingredients

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6 oz sugar-free chocolate chips, melting wafers or a sugar-free chocolate bar, chopped
1 tbsp palm shortening (or coconut oil)
1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
1 cup sugar-free ChocZero Marshmallows, cut in half
1 cup Catalina Crunch Cereal (any flavour)

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Instructions

Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper and set to the side. Place the cereal and cut marshmallows into a large mixing bowl. Stir to combine and set the bowl to the side.
Place the sugar-free chocolate chips and shortening or oil in a large microwave safe measuring cup. Heat for 30 seconds. Stirring until the chocolate is melted and smooth. Stir in the unsweetened cocoa powder
Pour the mixture over the cereal and marshmallow pieces and stir to cover the ingredients. Spread the mixture onto the parchment paper. Allow to set at room temperature.
Break into pieces and enjoy!

Notes

add 1 cup of macadamia nuts to increase the fat to 75%

Author: Cat
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Snacks
Method: No-Bake
Cuisine: America, Fall, Holidays
Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/3 cup
Calories: 126
Sugar: 0
Fat: 10
Carbohydrates: 18
Fiber: 12
Protein: 4.5