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Keto Lemon Bar Cookies

Indulge in Keto Lemon Bar Cookies that combine zest and sweetness, featuring a delicate cookie and luscious lemon curd—a true delight for those on a ketogenic diet.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cookie Base Ingredients
  • 1 3/4 cup almond flour
  • 1/2 cup Swerve Granular A low-carb sweetener
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted Ensure it's not too hot
  • 1 large egg white
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1/3 cup powdered Swerve Sweetener For the lemon curd
  • 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice For the lemon curd
  • 2 tsp grated lemon zest For the lemon curd
  • 2 tbsp butter, cut into four pieces For the lemon curd
  • Additional powdered sweetener for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C) and line a mini muffin pan with silicone liners.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together almond flour, Swerve Granular, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Stir in melted butter, egg white, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. Form the dough into small balls and place them in the muffin cups.
  5. Bake the cookie base for 5 minutes, then press centers gently to make room for the lemon curd.
  6. Return tray to the oven and bake for an additional 10-12 minutes, until golden.
Lemon Curd Preparation
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together egg, egg yolk, powdered sweetener, lemon juice, and lemon zest.
  2. Place the bowl over simmering water and stir continuously until the mixture thickens.
  3. Remove from heat, add butter pieces, and whisk until smooth.
Assembly and Serving
  1. Allow the lemon curd to cool for about 15 minutes.
  2. Fill each cookie cup with lemon curd and chill in the refrigerator for 1 hour.
  3. Garnish with additional powdered sweetener before serving.

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for several days. For optional variations, consider drizzling with sugar-free chocolate or adding crushed nuts on top.