15 Keto Christmas Cookie Recipes That Even Santa Would Approve Of
There might not be any leftover for Santa, TBH.
This year, we're all about making the holiday season the easiest time of year to stay on the keto diet. And that absolutely means indulging in your favorite keto-friendly low-carb cookies. Think about it: Can you really feel merry and jolly during Christmas without a cookie from time to time? We think not. Which is why we've rounded up all 15 of our tried-and-true keto Christmas cookie recipes (like chocolate chip and peanute butter sandies), so no one at your cookie swap will feel left out of the party. If you plan on leaving any keto gingerbread cookies out for Santa, we highly suggest baking a bit more just in case you eat your way through them extra quickly!
Before you think it: You really don't need to get any crazy substitutions from the store in order to make many of these cookies, save for maybe a bag of low-carb sweetener (like Swerve). Outside of that, you likely already have all the ingredients you'll need, like almond flour, cream cheese, and eggs, which will all come together to create what we're sure will become new holiday cookie favorites (like keto snickerdoodles, magic keto cookies, and gluten-free almond thumbprints. From there, you can try your hand at recreating your old carb-filled favorites, or stick to our recipes (especially for our clever keto take on Oreos).
Looking for more keto holiday recipes? Check out our favorite keto appetizers, keto dinners, and keto side dishes next!
Keto Chocolate Chip Cookies
As cliche as it is to say it, after taking your first bite of one of these keto cookies, you'll be shocked that they are keto. These have just the right about of sweetness, without any weird aftertaste (which can be common with alternative sweeteners).
Get the Keto Chocolate Chip Cookies recipe.
Gluten-Free Almond Thumbprints
The buttery, gluten-free base to these versatile keto cookies pairs well with just about any filling. Pair them with raspberry, blackberry, strawberry—the world is your oyster when it comes to these adorable, bite-sized treats.
Get the Gluten-Free Almond Thumbprints recipe.
Keto Gingerbread Cookies
Out of all of our amazing keto desserts (we have a lot), these easy low-carb gingerbread cookies might be the most adorable. Cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and nutmeg are what make gingerbread taste so nostalgic and Christmas-y. We bet you can't eat just one.
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Cookie Dough Keto Fat Bombs
Fat bombs alone make us want to go try more keto treats, but we'll take any excuse to eat cookie dough. These are perfect to keep stored in the freezer for whenever the craving hits.
Get the Cookie Dough Keto Fat Bombs recipe.
Keto Snickerdoodles
Since you're baking this batch into bars, over scooping out a couple dozen individual cookies, these snickerdoodles maintain just the right amount of chewiness. Blanketed with the sparkly cinnamon-sweetener mix, each square is every bit as beautiful as the original.
Get the Keto Snickerdoodles recipe.
Magic Keto Cookies
These cookies are seriously magical. Super easy to make and without any flour, you can feel good about eating way more than just one. Make sure neither your coconut oil or butter is melted. You want them both at room temperature (but still solid) or the cookies will spread too much while baking.
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Walnut Snowball Cookies
These snowball cookies are big on walnut flavor, just how we like them. A perfect recipe to make with kids, we’re adding this one to our permanent holiday rotation. Let it snow!
Get the Keto Walnut Snowballs recipe.
Keto Oreos
Just because you're keto doesn't mean you have to miss out on all the fun. Keto desserts can be tricky, but luckily, these Oreos are super-simple! Top these on your next batch of keto ice cream.
Get the Keto Oreos recipe.
Keto Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies
No-bake cookies are one of our favorite ways to satisfy a sweet tooth. Unfortunately, some on the keto diet may think that they can't find a no-bake cookie recipe that is worth making. And those people will be proven very wrong after trying one of these chocolate covered cookies.
Get the Keto Peanut Butter Cookies recipe.
Keto Pecan Crescent Cookies
These pecan cookies are about to become your family’s favorite. It's easy to see why—crumbly pecan cookies meet a simple glaze, making them completely irresistible.
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Chocolate Keto Cookies
Double chocolate = double happiness, as far as we're concerned. If you’re a chocolate lover, you’re going to love these perfect keto-friendly cookies, all with fewer than 10 ingredients! We’re impressed.
Get the Chocolate Keto Cookies recipe.
Keto Snickerdoodle Shortbread Cookies
Who doesn't love a good snickerdoodle?! We took inspiration from one of our all-time favorite cookies for this keto shortbread, with the addition of shredded coconut and coconut flour for a hint of tropical flavor. We're hooked.
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Keto Peanut Butter Sandies
These will be a clear winner among lovers of peanut butter and fans of sandies: The crumbly texture comes naturally from the almond flour and coconut flour adds another layer of nuttiness. With a sprinkle of salt and crushed, naturally sweet toasted pecans, these are undeniably the best keto cookies around.
Get the Keto Peanut Butter Sandies recipe.
Keto Cookie Dough Bars
Is there anything more comforting than edible cookie dough. These crazy good keto cookie dough bars are the perfect dessert or midday pick-me-up—especially with a freshly brewed cup of coffee.
Get the Keto Cookie Dough Bars recipe.
Keto Cookie Ice Cream Sandwich
This creamy, chocolatey, brownie-packed treat is chock-full of rich chocolate ice cream, brownie bites, chocolatey chips, and a decadent fudge swirl. Safe to say if you're hankering for some chocolate, this ice cream sandwich will do the trick.
Get the Keto Cookie Ice Cream Sandwich recipe.
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