Keto and Low-Carb Carrot Creme Pies

Ingredients:

  • For the Cookies:
    • 2 tablespoons softened butter
    • 1 tablespoon heavy whipping cream (HWC)
    • 2-3 tablespoons shredded carrot (optional, amount depends on your macros)
    • 1 large egg
    • 3 tablespoons brown sweetener (a keto-friendly sweetener like erythritol or stevia)
    • 3 tablespoons unsweetened coconut flakes
    • 2.5 tablespoons almond flour
    • 1 tablespoon coconut flour
    • Chopped walnuts
    • Cinnamon
    • Pinch of sea salt
  • For the Cream Filling:
    • 2 tablespoons softened butter
    • 2 tablespoons cream cheese
    • 2 tablespoons powdered erythritol (or your preferred keto sweetener)
    • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

For the Cookies:

  1. Preheat your oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Prepare the Carrot Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, heavy whipping cream, shredded carrot (if using), large egg, brown sweetener, unsweetened coconut flakes, almond flour, coconut flour, chopped walnuts, a sprinkle of cinnamon, and a pinch of sea salt.
  3. Mix and Let It Thicken: Stir the mixture until well combined. Let it sit for a minute to thicken slightly.
  4. Shape the Pies: Spoon the mixture onto the parchment paper-lined cookie sheet using a greased, round scoop. Use the back of a spoon to flatten and shape them. These won’t spread much during baking, so create your desired pie shapes at this step.
  5. Bake: Place the cookie sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the pies are just set.
  6. Cool: Allow the pies to cool on the cookie sheet.

For the Cream Filling:

  1. In a separate mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, cream cheese, powdered erythritol, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and creamy.

Assembling the Creme Pies:

  1. Once the cookies have cooled, spread a generous amount of the cream filling on the bottom side of one cookie and then top it with another cookie to create a sandwich.
  2. Repeat this process for all the cookies.

This recipe yields about 6 individual creme pies, creating a total of 3 servings. Enjoy your Keto and Low-Carb Carrot Creme Pies with the creamy filling for a delicious low-carb treat!