Best Classic Keto Brownies Recipe (2024)

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By Emily | Recipe Creator/Nutritionist

Oct 14, 2022 @ 8:00 AM MDT

Keto Brownies

yield: 16 SERVINGS

prep time: 10 MINUTES

cook time: 20 MINUTES

total time: 30 MINUTES

Ingredients

Directions

1

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Line a 9x9-inch baking dish with parchment paper for easy cleanup.

2

In a microwave-safe bowl, add butter and chocolate chips. Melt in the microwave in 15-second intervals. It took me 45 seconds. Stir butter and chocolate chips together until you get a smooth, melted texture. Set aside and let cool for at least 5 minutes.

3

In a separate bowl, using an electric mixer, whip together eggs and keto brown sweetener until light and fluffy. Then slowly drizzle in the chocolate-butter mixture and add the vanilla. Mix on low until combined.

4

Using a spatula, fold in espresso powder, cocoa powder, almond flour, and baking powder.

5

Pour the batter into the baking dish lined with parchment paper and spread it out evenly. The batter will be thick. Bake for 15-20 minutes. Be sure to let cool completely before cutting into 16 brownies. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information

Yield: 16, Serving Size: 1 square
Amount Per Serving:132 Calories | 11.5g Fat | 9.9g Total Carbs | 4.3g Fiber | 0.4g Sugar | 4g Sugar Alcohol | 2.9g Protein | 1.6g Net Carbs

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If you’ve been looking for a solid, tried-and-true keto brownies recipe, this is it.

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Make this keto brownies recipe your new go-to for those chocolate cravings. 🍫

You know we love our keto desserts around here, and this one is oh so tasty! It took me several attempts to come up with the perfect keto brownie recipe and I couldn’t be happier with the results. We don’t need to settle for tasteless brownies!

This recipe covers all the classic brownie basics. It’s super rich, extra chocolatey, and has the perfect fudgy texture. Let me introduce you to your new best brownie friend!

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So much chocolatey goodness!

There are a few tricks I learned along the way when it comes to making keto brownies. The most important thing is not to overcook them, which is hard! I have a difficult time knowing when brownies are done because you can’t really tell when they start to brown.

That’s why I’m calling it out there that these only need 15 to 20 minutes to bake, so you won’t want to step away from the oven for too long.

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Keto Brownies

yield: 16 SERVINGS

prep time: 10 MINUTES

cook time: 20 MINUTES

total time: 30 MINUTES

These brownies are deliciously rich and loaded with chocolate flavor while still being low-carb.

Ingredients

Directions

1

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Line a 9x9-inch baking dish with parchment paper for easy cleanup.

2

In a microwave-safe bowl, add butter and chocolate chips. Melt in the microwave in 15-second intervals. It took me 45 seconds. Stir butter and chocolate chips together until you get a smooth, melted texture. Set aside and let cool for at least 5 minutes.

3

In a separate bowl, using an electric mixer, whip together eggs and keto brown sweetener until light and fluffy. Then slowly drizzle in the chocolate-butter mixture and add the vanilla. Mix on low until combined.

4

Using a spatula, fold in espresso powder, cocoa powder, almond flour, and baking powder.

5

Pour the batter into the baking dish lined with parchment paper and spread it out evenly. The batter will be thick. Bake for 15-20 minutes. Be sure to let cool completely before cutting into 16 brownies. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information

Yield: 16, Serving Size: 1 square
Amount Per Serving:132 Calories | 11.5g Fat | 9.9g Total Carbs | 4.3g Fiber | 0.4g Sugar | 4g Sugar Alcohol | 2.9g Protein | 1.6g Net Carbs

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Tips for making the best keto brownies recipe:

  • As mentioned above, do not overbake these brownies! The toothpick rule doesn’t really apply. You actually want to have some crumbs on the toothpick. Start checking them around 15 minutes and do not bake them longer than 20 minutes. Trust me!
  • Parchment paper works best to keep brownies from sticking.
  • Take the eggs out of the fridge about 30 minutes before you plan to start making these brownies so they come to room temperature.
  • Let the chocolate butter mixture cool for a few minutes before adding it to your eggs. Otherwise, it will cook your eggs!
  • Make sure you don’t overmix the batter. I whipped the keto sweetener and eggs together with an electric mixer and then used a spatula to mix in the rest of the ingredients.
  • I highly recommend adding the espresso powder to enhance the chocolate flavor. Instant coffee works too. If you don’t like coffee, don’t worry, you can’t taste it.
  • Brownies need to cool before you cut into them. If you cut them too soon, you’ll get dry brownies.

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The keto dessert of your dreams!

Brownies are just the best. With this classic keto brownie recipe, you can eat them plain or top them with keto ice cream. You could even add nuts or berries to the batter. Consider going a step further and add chocolate chips for more chocolatey goodness.

All that amazingness without the guilt of all the carbs, keto brownies perfection right here!

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Here’s what my teammate Lina had to say after making these keto brownies:

“Oh my goodness, if you love soft, fudge-like chocolate brownies, these are AMAZING!! I love that they are not super dense, yet lighter and so rich. Plus, this is an easy-to-follow idea. This is a must-make keto dessert! Brownies are LIFE.”

Make delicious low-carb almond milk at home!

About the writer:

Emily graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics from the University of Idaho, holds 5 years of blogging experience, and has been featured in Every Day Health and Women's Health Magazine.

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FAQs

How many carbs do keto brownies have? ›

Fudgy Keto Brownies

These easy one-bowl keto brownies have a secret ingredient to make them extra fudgy and chewy. This might just be the ultimate keto brownie recipe and no one can tell they are low carb and gluten-free. At less than 4g total carbs, you can dig in with gusto!

Is brown sugar or caster sugar better for brownies? ›

Caster sugar will tend to give a slightly crisper crust to the brownies. Brown sugar is often used in brownies as it contains some molasses, a type of inverted sugar that can make baked goods moister and chewier.

What are the three types of brownies? ›

Brownie textures fall into three general camps… Cakey, fudgy and chewy. Cakey brownies, like the name implies, are light, moist and airy, with a slightly fluffy, cake-like interior. Fudgy brownies are moist, dense and gooey, with almost the texture of fudge, but not quite as compact.

What cancels out carbs on keto? ›

Keto Net Carb Diet. On the ketogenic diet, the "net carb" is the amount of carbs in a food minus the fiber and sugar alcohol. Fiber and sugar alcohol are subtracted because the body does not fully absorb them. The keto net carb diet limits daily carbohydrate consumption to 20-50 grams to induce ketosis.

How many carbs ruin keto? ›

Most ketogenic diet guidelines recommend limiting your total carbohydrate intake to 15-30 grams or 5%-10% of your total calorie intake a day. Eating more than 50 grams of carbs may disrupt ketosis. With keto diets, however, carb restrictions vary from person to person.

What is a New York brownie? ›

Description. The classic brownie. Rich, moist, soft, chewy and filled with white choc chunks of deliciousness. Vegetarian • No artificial flavours • No artificial colours • No added preservatives • Certified Halal PORTION GUIDE: Approx 20 – 30 portions | SHELF LIFE: Room Temp: 28 Days.

Why are they called blonde brownies? ›

They're called blondies because they lack the brown cocoa powder of brownies. They're blonde with vanilla and brown sugar, not brown.

Why is brownies changing their name? ›

Canada Girl Guides renamed Brownies, new name Embers meant to be more inclusive The new name, Embers, was approved overwhelmingly by members and is meant to be more inclusive. Past and present Girl Guides said the old name caused harm and even prevented or delayed their joining.

What happens if you use less eggs in brownies? ›

A classic brownie recipe is going to give you a somewhat fudgy brownie. That is your baseline. While you can use fewer eggs, this will make your brownies thinner and you will need to add more moisture, such as milk or applesauce, to get desirable results.

What happens if I use brown sugar instead of white in brownies? ›

The sweetness level will be the same, but the brown sugar may change the texture of your baked goods. You'll likely notice a more robust flavor, and the finished baked goods' color may also be darker. These color, flavor, and texture alterations come from how brown sugar is made.

What is the healthiest sugar to bake with? ›

Baking & Cooking With Natural Sweeteners
  1. Maple Crystals or Maple Syrup. Health information: Maple syrup is a terrific sugar substitute for baking, but you might not be familiar with the dehydrated maple crystals from maple tree sap. ...
  2. Coconut Sugar. ...
  3. Monk Fruit Extract* ...
  4. Blackstrap Molasses. ...
  5. Jerusalem Artichoke. ...
  6. Stevia*

What is the number 1 brownie mix? ›

Given my personal baking criteria, Pillsbury's mix is my top pick because it yielded thick, fluffy brownies that were moist and had a nice chocolate flavor. They baked off evenly, weren't overly sweet, and had a shiny crackled crust and tender edges that didn't dry out.

What is the old version of brownies? ›

Did you know that Brownies were originally called 'Rosebuds'? Rosebuds was established in 1914 for girls to join before they became Guides. Just one year later, the name was changed to Brownies. Brownies are the second-youngest members of the Girlguiding family, for girls aged between 7 and 10.

What makes brownies fudgy vs cakey? ›

Fudgy brownies have a higher fat-to-flour ratio than cakey ones. So add more fat—in this case, butter and chocolate. A cakey batch has more flour and relies on baking powder for leavening. The amount of sugar and eggs does not change whether you're going fudgy or cakey.

Do keto meals have carbs? ›

On the keto diet, you are allowed to have no more than 50 grams of net carbs per day – and the fewer, the better! But by focusing on “net” rather than “total” carbs, you won't be denying your body the essential fiber it needs for proper function.

Do sugar free brownies have carbs? ›

Sugar-Free Brownie Mix. It's Brownie Time: We've made delicious brownies perfect for last-minute birthdays, and late-night snacking. Our brownies contain 3g net carbs and lots of fiber.

Do keto snacks have carbs? ›

Make Sure Your Keto Snacks Are Balanced. In order to be successful with your keto diet, you need to make sure your snacks are balanced. That means they should have high amounts of fats, moderate levels of protein, and very little carbs.

Do brownies have a lot of carbs? ›

Total Carbohydrates: Constituting the primary calorie source in a brownie, carbs range from 30g to 40g. This includes sugars, which provide the sweetness and can range from 15g to 25g.

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