Keto Double Chocolate Muffins

Recipe by Anna SmallingCourse: DessertCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy

Servings

servings

Prep time

minutes

Cooking time

minutes

Calories

301

kcal

Still loving chocolate chips and cute little cupcakes while on keto? These keto double chocolate muffins will satisfy you.

Ingredients

1 cup almond flour
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 cup sugar free chocolate chips
1/2 cup Erythritol
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 eggs
2/3 cup heavy cream
3 ounces unsalted butter, melted

Directions

Preheat the oven to 175C/350F.
In a bowl, combine almond flour, cocoa powder, erythritol and baking powder. Add vanilla extract, eggs, and heavy cream. Mix well.
Add melted butter to bowl and combine. Add sugar-free chocolate chips and stir well.
Spoon the mixture into 12 holes of a standard muffin tray lined with cupcake papers.
Bake in preheated oven for about 20 minutes, until puffed up and slightly spring back when touched.
Once cooked, let it rest in the muffin tin, or serve straight away.
Serve it alongside fresh fruits to your liking, sliced strawberries, for instance. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

12 servings per container

Amount Per ServingCalories301
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 26g 34%
- Saturated Fat 9g 45%
Cholesterol 33mg 11%
Sodium 9mg 1%
Total Carbohydrate 9g 4%
- Dietary Fiber 5g 18%
- Total Sugars 1g
Protein 7g 15%

* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

FAQ

Are Keto Double Chocolate Muffins suitable for a ketogenic diet?
Yes. These muffins are made with almond flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, erythritol, and sugar-free chocolate chips, keeping the carbohydrate content low and suitable for a keto lifestyle.

Do these muffins taste very different from regular chocolate muffins?
They have a rich chocolate flavor and moist texture similar to traditional muffins, though they are slightly less sweet due to the use of keto-friendly sweeteners.

Can I substitute almond flour with coconut flour?
Almond flour is recommended for this recipe. Coconut flour absorbs much more liquid, and substituting it directly would require significant adjustments to the recipe.

Is unsweetened cocoa powder required?
Yes. Unsweetened cocoa powder is essential to keep the muffins low in carbs. Sweetened cocoa mixes are not keto-friendly and should be avoided.

Can I skip the chocolate chips?
Yes. The muffins will still be chocolatey without the chips, though adding sugar-free chocolate chips enhances both texture and flavor.

Can I use a different sweetener instead of erythritol?
Yes. Monk fruit sweetener or allulose can be used as substitutes. Make sure to use a keto-friendly sweetener designed for baking and adjust the amount to taste.

How should these muffins be stored?
Store the muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days to maintain freshness.

Can Keto Double Chocolate Muffins be frozen?
Yes. Once completely cooled, the muffins can be frozen for up to one month. Thaw at room temperature or warm gently before serving.

Can I add extra ingredients such as nuts?
Yes. Chopped walnuts, pecans, or almonds can be added for extra texture, as long as they fit within your daily carb limits.

Are these muffins suitable for breakfast or dessert?
Yes. These muffins work well as a keto-friendly breakfast treat, snack, or dessert due to their balance of fats, protein, and rich chocolate flavor.

Keto Double Chocolate Muffins