Sugar-Free Shortbread Cookies – Buttery, Nutty, and Lightly Low-Carbanut Brittle

Because the classic stuff is basically a sugar slab pretending to be festive. But this version? Three ingredients. Five minutes. No glucose guilt. It’s crisp, snappy, and stores beautifully—aka keto candy gold.

💡 The Secret Behind This Low-Carb Win

• Allulose or BochaSweet caramelizes without spiking blood sugar or crystallizing
• Butter + peanuts = perfect fat-to-crunch ratio
• Sets firm and cracks like classic brittle—if you chill it right

No syrup, no corn solids, no fake flavors. Just straight-up keto magic.

🧾 Ingredients That Kept It Keto

• 1 cup salted dry roasted peanuts (140g) – Classic, crunchy, and salty enough to balance the sweet
• ½ cup powdered allulose or BochaSweet (96g) – The key to smooth, caramel-like melt without grit
• 2 tbsp butter (28g) – Gives that rich, buttery finish

💡 Want room-temp stable brittle? Sub part of the sweetener with powdered erythritol (see notes below).

🔁 Keto Swaps That Actually Work

Swap In	For What	Texture Impact
Powdered erythritol (½–1/3 mix)	BochaSweet or allulose	Harder set, slightly grainy
Almonds, pecans, or macadamias	Peanuts	Higher fat, great crunch
Brown “sugar” erythritol (½ tbsp)	None (optional)	Adds caramel flavor nuance

⚠️ What I Got Wrong

What Went Wrong	Why It Happens	How to Fix It
Didn’t set firm enough	Not cooled long enough or used too much allulose	Chill longer or mix with erythritol
Burned or bitter	Cooked too hot or didn’t stir	Medium heat, constant stirring
Too soft at room temp	Used allulose only	Use combo sweetener or freeze to store

👩‍🍳 How to Make It (Step-by-Step)

1. Line a baking sheet with parchment—overhang the edges for easy lift.
2. In a small saucepan over low heat, melt sweetener and butter together.
3. Increase to medium-high and cook, stirring, until mixture foams and turns golden (~3–5 min).
4. Remove from heat, stir in peanuts, and quickly pour onto parchment.
5. Spread into a rough 7-inch square.
6. Chill in freezer for 15–30 minutes, until set.
7. Break into 16 pieces and store chilled.

🧠 Pro Tip: Want it snappier at room temp? Replace 2 tbsp allulose with powdered erythritol—firmer, but can get a little grainy.

🧊 Storage + Keto Tracking Tips

• Fridge or freezer: Store airtight up to 3 months
• Room temp (with erythritol): Sets harder, less sticky—but may crystallize
• 1 piece = 66 kcal | 1.2g net carbs

❓ Real Keto Questions, Real Answers

Can I use granular sweetener?
Nope. Only use powdered—granular won’t melt smoothly and will leave crystals.

Is this really crunchy?
Yes—if cooled properly. It snaps like traditional brittle and melts clean in your mouth.

Will this spike my blood sugar?
Not if you use BochaSweet, allulose, or erythritol—all have zero glycemic impact when used correctly.

🔢 Full Nutrition Facts (Per Square, 16 Total)

Nutrient	Amount
Calories	66 kcal
Fat	6 g
Saturated Fat	1.6 g
Protein	2.2 g
Total Carbs	1.9 g
Fiber	0.8 g
Net Carbs	1.2 g
Sugar	0.4 g

Check out More Recipes:

• Sugar-Free Shortbread Cookies – Buttery, Nutty, and Lightly Low-Carb
• Sugar-Free Almond Flour Cookies – Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, and Seriously Nutty
• Sugar-Free Edible Cookie Dough – Low-Carb, No Bake, and 100% Craveable