We’ve all had that moment: standing at the fridge, spoon in hand, wanting just one bite of something sweet and satisfying. This edible cookie dough gives you that moment without guilt, sugar, or salmonella risk.
It’s smooth, scoopable, made in one bowl, and totally low-carb.
💡 What Makes This Feel Like the Real Thing (But Keto)
- Almond flour gives you that cookie-dough texture without raw flour issues
- Confectioners Swerve or Lakanto – no grit, no aftertaste, just sweetness
- Butter + vanilla + salt = classic cookie dough base
- Sugar-free chocolate chips for that melty, indulgent bite
No baking. No eggs. No excuses.
🧾 What I Used (And Why It Worked)
- ½ cup fine almond flour – Gives that soft, gritty “dough” texture. Fine grind = better mouthfeel.
- ¼ cup confectioners Swerve or Lakanto – Powdered so it melts in smoothly. No gritty erythritol surprises.
- ¼ tsp kosher salt – Balances the sweetness and brings out the cookie flavor.
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted – Richness + moisture.
- ½ tsp vanilla extract – Warmth and bakery scent.
- 1–2 tsp unsweetened almond milk – Just enough to bring it together.
- ¼ cup sugar-free chocolate chips – I like Lily’s best for taste + melt factor.
🔁 Keto-Friendly Variations I’ve Tried
Swap | What It Changes | My Take |
---|---|---|
Butter → coconut oil (refined) | Dairy-free, still rich | Works great, just chill first |
Almond flour → sunflower seed flour | Nut-free version | Slightly stronger flavor, still good |
Add peanut butter or protein powder | Makes it a fat bomb | Boosts macros + satiety |
Use flavored extract (almond, maple) | Twist the classic | Totally worth playing with |
⚠️ How I Ruined It (And Fixed It)
What Went Wrong | Why It Happens | How to Fix It |
---|---|---|
Too dry or crumbly | Not enough liquid | Add 1 tsp almond milk at a time |
Grainy texture | Used granular sweetener | Only use powdered/confectioners |
Too oily | Butter too hot | Let it cool before mixing |
Didn’t taste like dough | Forgot salt or enough sweetener | Always taste and adjust |
👩🍳 How to Make It (Step-by-Step)
- In a small bowl, combine almond flour, salt, and sweetener.
- Pour in melted butter and vanilla, mix until combined.
- Add 1–2 tsp almond milk, just enough to create dough texture.
- Fold in sugar-free chocolate chips.
- Taste, adjust sweetness or salt if needed.
- Chill if desired—or eat right away. Store in fridge.

🧠 Tricks That Made This Work Better
- Use fine almond flour—Bob’s Red Mill or Kirkland are great.
- Make a double batch and roll into bites for portion control.
- Want it firmer? Chill 10–15 minutes.
- For a deeper flavor, add a pinch of espresso powder or cinnamon.
🧊 How I Store and Track It
- Fridge: Keeps up to 1 week in a sealed container.
- Freezer: Make into balls, freeze on a tray, then bag. Thaw 5–10 mins before eating.
- Macros tip: I divide into 6 equal spoonfuls = easy tracking per portion.
❓ Real Keto Questions, Real Answers
Is it really sugar-free?
✅ Yes—if you use confectioners erythritol or monk fruit and sugar-free chocolate chips. There’s 1g natural sugar from chocolate but 0g added sugar and net carbs = 0g.
Is it safe to eat raw?
Yes. No raw eggs, no wheat flour. Totally edible as-is.
Can I bake it?
Not recommended—this dough doesn’t include leavening and won’t behave like classic cookie dough.
Can I make it dairy-free?
Yep. Use coconut oil instead of butter and a non-dairy chocolate chip.
📊 Full Nutrition Facts – Per 1 Serving (Out of 6)
Nutrient | Amount |
---|---|
Calories | 113 kcal |
Total Fat | 10 g |
– Saturated Fat** | 3.5 g |
Protein | 3 g |
Total Carbs | 12 g |
– Fiber | 4 g |
– Sugar Alcohols | 8 g |
– Net Carbs | 0 g |
Sodium | 42 mg |
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- Sugar-Free Peanut Butter Cookies – 3 Ingredients, Big Flavor, Zero Guilt
- Sugar-Free Oatmeal Cookies – Chewy, Guilt-Free, and Actually Worth Making
- Sugar-Free Chocolate Chip Cookies – Low-Carb, But Legit Good

Sugar-Free Edible Cookie Dough – Low-Carb, No Bake, and 100% Craveable
Description
Creamy, scoopable edible cookie dough made with almond flour and sugar-free chocolate chips. No baking, no eggs, and zero sugar.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Stir almond flour, sweetener, and salt in a bowl.
- Add melted butter and vanilla. Mix to combine.
- Stir in almond milk, a little at a time, until dough consistency forms.
- Fold in chocolate chips.
- Taste and adjust sweetness. Chill if desired.
Notes
- Don’t use granular sweetener—it’ll be gritty.
- For a firmer texture, chill 15 minutes before scooping.
- Roll into balls for freezer-friendly cookie dough bites.
- Add-ins like cinnamon, nut butter, or coconut flakes can personalize your mix.