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There’s something so comforting about a soft almond cookie, especially on busy days when you want a little sweetness without overthinking it. I’ve been making versions of these cookies for years, but this one is my current favorite – buttery, gently sweet, and lightly spiced with cinnamon. They taste like a cross between a shortbread and a cozy holiday cookie, but they’re low carb, gluten free, and made with simple ingredients you probably already have at home.
What I love most is how easy they are. One bowl, no chilling, and about 15 minutes in the oven. I make them when I’m craving something homemade but don’t have the time or energy for a full baking project. My kids grab them straight off the cooling rack, and I love one with coffee in the afternoon.
If you’re looking for an effortless low-carb treat that still feels special, these Keto Almond Cookies are exactly that. Soft in the center, lightly crisp on the edges, and perfect for gifting, holidays, or a quick everyday sweet moment.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Ready in 15 to 18 minutes
- Low carb, keto-friendly, and naturally gluten free
- One-bowl dough, no chilling
- Soft, tender texture with warm cinnamon flavor
- You can use store-bought or homemade almond flour
- Clean ingredients, kid-friendly, and great for gifting
What You’ll Need
- Whole almonds for topping
- Butter
- Almond flour (store-bought or homemade)
- Powdered erythritol (or granulated blended into powder)
- Egg
- Vanilla extract
- Cinnamon
- Salt
How to Make Homemade Powdered Sweetener
If you only have granulated erythritol, add it to a high-speed blender and blend for a few seconds until it becomes a fine powder.
This helps the cookies stay smooth and prevents grittiness.
How to Make Almond Flour at Home
Blend blanched almonds in short pulses until fine.
Be careful not to over-blend or it will turn into almond butter. Sift to remove larger pieces for a soft cookie texture.
How to Make Keto Almond Cookies
1. Prep the oven
Preheat to 350°F (177°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment.
2. Cream the butter & sweetener
Beat ½ cup softened butter with ½ cup powdered erythritol until creamy.
3. Add egg + vanilla
Mix in 1 egg and 2 tsp vanilla until smooth.
4. Add dry ingredients
Stir in 2 ½ cups almond flour, 1 tbsp cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
The dough should be soft but not sticky; let it rest 5 minutes if needed.
5. Shape the cookies
Roll into 12 even balls, flatten slightly, and press one whole almond into each cookie.
6. Bake
Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until edges turn light golden.
Cool completely on the tray – keto cookies firm up as they cool.
Helpful Tips
- Use blanched almond flour (homemade or store-bought) for the softest texture.
- Powdered sweetener blends best into the dough.
- Don’t overbake – almond flour browns quickly.
- Resting the dough for a few minutes helps reduce stickiness.
Storage
- Freezer: up to 3 months
- Room temp: 5 days in an airtight container
- Fridge: up to 1 week
Keto Almond Cookies Variations
- Skip the whole almond and sprinkle cinnamon “sugar” on top
- Add a pinch of nutmeg or cardamom
- Replace vanilla with almond extract
- Dip half of each cookie in melted keto chocolate
More Keto Cookie Recipes You May Like
- Best Keto Cookies
- Easy Keto Cut-Out Cookies
- Keto Chocolate Cookies
- Holiday Keto Gingerbread Cookies
- Keto Linzer Cookies
Keto Almond Cookies
Ingredients
- ½ cup butter, softened
- ½ cup powdered erythritol, or granulated blended into powder
- 1 egg
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 ½ cups almond flour
- 1 tbsp cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- 12 whole almonds
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment.
- In a bowl, cream together ½ cup butter and ½ cup powdered erythritol until smooth.
- Add 1 egg and 2 tsp vanilla extract. Mix until fully combined.
- Add 2 ½ cups almond flour, 1 tbsp cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Stir until a soft dough forms.
- Roll into 12 balls, flatten them, and press one whole almond on top of each cookie.
- Bake for 15–18 minutes, until edges are lightly golden. Cool completely before removing from the tray.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
