Chocolate chips—one of the most popular ingredients to add a little sweetness to any dessert. Infusing the deep flavor of chocolate throughout your baked goods are a sure-fire hit with friends and family.
If you’re new to baking, you may want to try out your skills with chocolate chip cookies. They’re easy to master and an always satisfying treat.
Plus, if you’re seeking an even better and healthier option, try using plant-based, keto-friendly chocolate chips in your next delicious creation.
But what makes keto-friendly chocolate chips different from the ones you can buy at the grocery store?
Simple—they have a significantly less amount of sugar and carbs per serving. Plus, they’re dairy-free and vegan which is amazing for those who have food allergies or other dietary restrictions.
You may be thinking: But do they taste the same as regular chocolate? The answer is yes!
Just because something is vegan doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice quality and taste.
Keto-friendly chocolate chips melt the same as your average chips, providing a perfect ooey-gooey sensation in your baked goods.
And if you’re in need of a sweet snack, you can always take a handful and enjoy.
Read on for two simple yet scrumptious recipes centered on these tasty little morsels.
1. Chocolate chip cookies
Yes, it’s the ever-satisfying chocolate chip cookie. You’d be hard pressed to find someone who hasn’t had one before.
And it’s easy to understand why this cookie is a classic favorite. The buttery cookie base matched with melting chocolate is the perfect combination.
Better yet, using dark chocolate baking chips will provide an even more balanced and delicious flavor.
This chewy, crispy, and essential recipe is wonderful to use for a large party or a fun night inside with your friends.
You will need:
- 1 cup salted butter, softened
- 1 cup white (granulated) sugar
- 1 cup light brown sugar packed
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 eggs
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 2 cups keto-friendly dark chocolate chips
Here’s how to make the most amazing chocolate chip cookies:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Line a baking pan with parchment paper and set aside.
- In a separate bowl mix flour, baking soda, salt, and baking powder. Set aside.
- Combine butter and both sugars until combined.
- Beat in eggs and vanilla.
- Mix in the dry ingredients until combined.
- Add a 12 oz package of chocolate chips and mix well.
- Roll your dough into balls and place them evenly spaced on your prepared cookie sheets or use a cookie scoop.
- Bake in a preheated oven for about 8-10 minutes. Take them out when they are just starting to turn brown.
- Let them sit for 2 minutes before removing to the cooling rack.
- Enjoy your keto-friendly chocolate chip cookies!
2. Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Bars
Creamy peanut butter meets gooey chocolate chips in this mouthwatering recipe. This classic combination is not-to-miss for your next outdoor gathering or picnic.
Ever heard of a blondie? It’s basically the sister of your regular chocolate-filled brownie, except it uses a vanilla base. Think of this as the more exciting alternative to brownies.
This is an easy, hassle-free baking recipe that you are bound to love and make over and over again. The best part?
You only need one bowl and seven ingredients, making this recipe super simple to memorize. Get ready for the best peanut butter chocolate chip bars you’ve ever had!
You will need:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick), melted
- 1/3 cup peanut butter
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup keto-friendly chocolate chips
To make these buttery bars packed with chocolate chips and a heaping amount of peanut butter flavor, follow these instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350F. Line a baking pan with aluminum foil, spray with cooking spray and set aside.
- In a large, microwave-safe bowl melt the butter for about 1 minute.
- Wait before adding the egg so you don’t scramble it. Add the peanut butter, egg, brown sugar, vanilla, and whisk until smooth.
- Add the flour, salt, and stir until well-mixed.
- Stir in 1 cup of dark chocolate chips.
- Turn the batter out into your baking pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Bake for about 20 to 25 minutes, or until done. A toothpick inserted in the center should come out clean, or with a few moist crumbs, but no batter. Allow the bars to cool in the pan for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Enjoy as soon as they cool or keep the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week, or in the freezer for up to 6 months.