Delicious Keto Brown Butter Honey Cookies

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These Delicious Keto Brown Butter Honey Cookies are gluten- and sugar-free. With only a handful of ingredients and a couple of minutes, this sugar-free cookie recipe is not only one of my favourite cookie recipes but also super easy!

keto brown butter honey cookies stacked on top of each other with a glass of milk and leftover sugar-free cookies in the background

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Keto Brown Butter Cookies

You know a recipe is going to turn out AMAZING when you can simply modify one by the great Trisha Yearwood. I saw this original Trisha Yearwood's Cookie recipe on FoodNetwork.com and just knew that I had to figure out a way to turn this into a sugar-free cookie recipe.

With some simple keto tweaks, I was able to converted her recipe into a delicious Keto Brown Butter Honey Cookie recipe that has all the flavour and texture of the original!

Looking for more easy keto cookie recipes? Check out Keto Chewy Peanut Butter cookies or these Healthy Flourless Cookies that are also sugar-free, nut-free and dairy-free.

What is Brown Butter?

Brown butter, also known as beurre noisette in French cuisine, is a culinary marvel prized for its nutty aroma and rich flavour. It is created through a simple yet transformative process where butter is gently heated until its milk solids caramelize, turning a deep golden-brown hue. This browning not only intensifies the butter's natural flavour but also infuses it with a delightful complexity reminiscent of toasted nuts. Brown butter adds depth and sophistication to a wide array of dishes, from baked goods like cookies and cakes to savoury delights such as pasta sauces and vegetables.

sugar-free cookie recipe after being baked and cooling

Keto Brown Butter Honey Cookies Ingredients

Here is the list of ingredients you will need to make these Keto Brown Butter Honey Cookies:

Butter - You will need unsalted butter for this keto cookie recipe. Since we are going to be browning the butter, you do NOT need to pull the butter out ahead of time.
Brown Sugar Substitute - I like to use Truvia Sweet Complete which contains zero sugar but has a hint of molasses flavour just like real brown sugar.
Sugar-free Honey - My absolute FAVOURITE sugar-free honey is by ChocZero. If you can not order it online, you can replace the sugar-free honey with sugar-free maple syrup but your cookies will not have the "honey" flavour.
Egg - You will need one large egg that has come to room temperature.
Almond Flour - Look for Super-fine Almond flour. Almond meal will not produce the same texture as super-fine almond flour.
Flaxseed meal - Flaxseed meal is simply ground flaxseeds.
Baking soda, salt and flaky sea salt for the topping

Sugar-free Cookie Recipe Instructions

These sugar-free keto brown butter honey cookies are not only delicious but also guilt-free. Let's dive into the recipe!

top view of a bowl containing brown butter for making keto brown butter honey cookies

Make the brown butter. Pour the brown butter into a large bowl and allow it to cool for about 10 minutes

top view of keto cookie recipe dough before going into the fridge to firm overnight.

Beat the sweetener and sugar-free honey into the brown butter for 1 minute. Add in remaining ingredients and beat until incorporated. Place the mixture in the fridge overnight.

top view of a cooling rack with keto brown butter cookies

Using a small cookie scoop, divide the dough into 16 cookies. Bake for 12-14 minutes or until the cookies begin to brown.

Hint - The cookies will be soft at first so leave them on the cookie sheet for at least 10 minutes moving them to a cooling rack to fully cool

Can I use regular honey instead of sugar-free honey?

Regular honey is high in carbohydrates and sugars, making it unsuitable for a keto diet. Keto honey substitutes are formulated to be low in carbs and sugars, making them a better option for keto-friendly recipes.

Are these cookies gluten-free?

Yes, most brown butter keto honey cookies are gluten-free since they use almond flour instead of wheat flour. However, it's essential to double-check all ingredients to ensure they are gluten-free if you have celiac disease or gluten intolerance.

How should I store brown butter keto honey cookies?

Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. You can also freeze them for longer storage. Allow them to come to room temperature or reheat them slightly in the microwave before serving if frozen.

Can I customize these cookies with additional sugar-free ingredients?

Yes, you can customize these cookies by adding ingredients like chopped nuts, sugar-free chocolate chips, or shredded coconut for extra flavour and texture. Just be mindful of any additional carbs these ingredients may add.