Keto Chocolate Cardamom Rose Petal Cookies
Rich chocolate cookies infused with aromatic cardamom and topped with a glossy dark chocolate drizzle and delicate rose petals. These elegant treats combine almond and coconut flours for a tender texture, while erythritol keeps them lower in sugar. The exotic cardamom adds warmth that pairs beautifully with the floral rose petals, making these cookies perfect for romantic occasions or special celebrations. The dark chocolate drizzle provides an indulgent finishing touch that these cookies from everyday treats to something truly special.
Ingredients
- 1 ¼ cups almond flour
- ¼ cup coconut flour
- ½ cup raw cacao powder or Dutch process cocoa powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp xanthan gum
- ⅛ tsp ground cardamom
- ½ cup granulated Erythritol or Swerve
- ⅝ stick unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp sugar-free vanilla extract
- ½ bar 90% dark chocolate
- 1 tbsp butter, can be salted or unsalted
- 2 tbsp dried edible rose petals, for decoration
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 325°F conventional or 275°F fan assisted
- 2
Place dry ingredients in a large bowl and stir well to combine
- 3
Add melted butter, eggs and vanilla and stir until mixture comes together in a ball
- 4
Place mixture in fridge for 20-30 minutes to harden
- 5
Remove from fridge and use a teaspoon to scoop mixture and roll into balls
- 6
Flatten with palm of hand and place on lined tray
- 7
Bake for 15 to 18 minutes
- 8
Remove from oven and cool on pan for 5 minutes before transferring to cooling rack
- 9
Melt chocolate and butter in microwave or saucepan over very low heat
- 10
Drizzle melted chocolate over cooled cookies and sprinkle with rose petals
Tips
Chill the dough for easier handling as the mixture will be quite wet initially
Cool cookies completely on the pan before transferring to prevent breaking
Use a teaspoon to portion dough evenly for uniform cookies
Good to Know
Store in an airtight container up to a week
Dough can be chilled overnight before baking
Serve at room temperature for best texture
Common Mistakes
Chill dough to avoid sticky handling
Cool completely before drizzling to avoid melting chocolate
Substitutions
Dairy-Free Swaps
General Alternatives
FAQ
Can I use regular sugar instead of erythritol?
Yes, you can substitute with equal amounts of coconut sugar or regular granulated sugar, though this will increase the carb content.
What if I don't have xanthan gum?
You can omit it, but the cookies may be slightly more crumbly. Adding an extra tablespoon of almond flour can help.
How long will these cookies keep?
Store in an airtight container for up to one week at room temperature, or freeze for up to 3 months.