Keto Peanut Butter Bars 🥜
Indulge in these delightful Keto Peanut Butter Bars, a perfect low-carb and healthy treat! These bars are easy to make and ideal for satisfying your sweet cravings without compromising your diet. Enjoy a guilt-free pleasure!
Equipment
- 9x9-inch baking pan
- Microwave-safe bowls
- Parchment Paper
Ingredients
For the Bars
- 0.5 cup natural creamy peanut butter sugar-free, divided
- 0.25 cup unsalted butter softened and cut into pieces (for bars)
- 0.75 cup brown sugar substitute like erythritol-monk fruit blend
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract divided
- 0.75 cup finely ground almond flour
- 0.5 tsp baking powder
- 0.25 tsp kosher salt
For the Icing and Topping
- 2 tbsp unsweetened almond milk
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter softened and cut into pieces (for icing)
- 0.5 cup powdered sugar substitute like erythritol-monk fruit blend
- 0.25 cup roasted salted peanuts finely chopped (for topping)
Instructions
- Get Ready to Bake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x9 inch baking pan, then line it with parchment paper, leaving a bit of overhang on two sides to easily lift the bars out later.
- Mix the Base: In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine ½ cup of the peanut butter and ¼ cup of butter. Microwave in 30-second bursts until smoothly melted. Stir in the brown sugar substitute, egg, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until everything is well combined.
- Create the Batter: Add the almond flour, baking powder, and salt to the wet mixture. Mix thoroughly until a thick, even batter forms.
- Bake to Perfection: Press this peanut butter batter evenly into your prepared pan. Bake for about 17-20 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown. Let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes while you make the icing.
- Whip Up the Icing: In another microwave-safe bowl, combine the remaining ½ cup peanut butter, almond milk, and 3 tablespoons of butter. Microwave for 30 seconds until melted and smooth. Immediately whisk in the powdered sugar substitute and ½ teaspoon of vanilla extract until the icing is creamy and lump-free.
- Layer and Top: Pour the warm, creamy icing over the slightly cooled peanut butter bar base, spreading it out evenly. Sprinkle the chopped peanuts on top, gently pressing them into the icing.
- Chill and Enjoy: Place the pan in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours, or until the bars are completely firm. Once chilled, use the parchment paper sling to lift the entire slab out of the pan. Cut into 16 delightful squares and enjoy your healthy, low-carb treat!
Notes
Enjoy these delightful Keto Peanut Butter Bars, a perfect low-carb treat for any occasion! #KetoDessert #PeanutButterLove #LowCarbTreat #HealthySnack
Nutrition per serving:
- Calories: 185
- Total Carbs: 5g
- Net Carbs: 3g
- Fats: 17g
- Protein: 6g
