This low carb energy bites / balls recipe is buttery, sweet, a little salty, and hard to eat just one. Luckily they are less than 2 net carbs per serving! They are one of my favorite fat bombs!
One of my favorite cookies in the whole world are the Danish butter cookies. You know the ones…they magically appear around Christmas time in that blue tin. Its is definitely hard to eat just one. In fact, I usually eat several because I am a self proclaimed cookie monster!
Since cookies are my weakness, I set out to make a fat bomb recipe that will tide me over through the holidays. I think I have succeeded! These low carb energy bites are so reminiscent of those infamous cookies, and they are so easy to make!
NO BAKE ENERGY BITES
I know that most people associate an energy bite with being high in protein, but when you are on a low carb diet, you want your low carb recipes to give energy from fat and we try to keep our protein moderate. These fat bombs are the perfect energy source for a low carb diet as most of the calories are from fat.
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I like to keep a batch of these low carb cookies in the freezer so I always have a sweet treat on hand. Having low carb recipes on hand like this keep me from munching on other things that I shouldn’t, like real Danish butter cookies!
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I have been getting so much feedback from this fat bomb recipe. Everyone loves it! People are adding lemon, coconut, cinnamon…the possibilities are endless! These really are a blank canvas so experiment and let me know how you customized them!
If you want more low carb recipes, checkout my recipe for Low Carb Pumpkin Cheesecake Bites!
FAT BOMB RECIPES
I couldn’t skip the holiday “baking” so I whipped up a Gingerbread flavored Fat Bomb recipe!
If you are in the mood for some baked low carb cookie recipes, check out my Low Carb Chocolate Chip Cookies,my Low Carb Chocolate Brownie Cookies or Keto Brownies!
Can you tell I love cookies?
Low Carb Butter Cookie Energy Bites - Fat Bombs
Ingredients
- 1 cup Almond Flour (I used Bob's Red Mill)
- 3 Tbsp Melted butter
- 2 Tbsp Swerve Sweetener
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a small bowl
- The mixture should be wet enough to stick together
- Scoop out 1 tbsp of the mixture at a time a roll into a ball
- The balls should be 1 1/4 inch in diameter
- Refrigerate for 1 hour, if desired
Notes
Nutrition
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Uhh I just made these and they are perfect! I’m not a fan of the flavor of artificial sweetener, so I put just a scant teaspoon of Swerve. I used almond extract and needed more moisture in a pinch, so I added a dollop of Walden Farms SF maple syrup.
These are absolutely amazing! Wish I would have had some chopped pecans to roll them around in! Next time…
I didn’t have swerve so I had to use erythrital and add water so it can be mushy enough to make into balls
My sister in law made these for me during Christmas. They totally curbed my sweet tooth cravings! It’s an easy go to recipe when you hit by the craving train. Thank you for sharing this recipe!
What a sweet sister in law!
WOW!! I made the recipe as-is, except I used unsalted butter. My mom makes crescent cookies at Christmastime, and I used to LOVE to eat the dough. I am now a Type 1 Diabetic, so cookie and cookie dough are off limits. These fat bombs taste just like the dough I loved from my childhood, so THANK YOU for this recipe!
My husband loved these. Thank you. I used Ghee for the butter and golden monkfruit sweetener for the sugar.
wonder if I could use honey instead of swerve or real sugar. might have to add a bit more almond flour to it? I’m using almond, not coconut.
Yes, more almond flour or less butter
I just want to say that hands down this is my favorite “fat bomb”! It is so easy and I love adding different flavors to it. Thank you so much for this recipe!
I’m so glad you like it!
I tried this recipe as is except I added flaxseed and coconut flakes. . .. That was a complete fail. The texture was off and didn’t taste good at all. After staring at the failed fat bombs in the fridge for two days I decided to give it another try but with coconut flour and no flaxseed or flakes. Obviously I added too much flour so I had to add more butter. The consistency was still off but it smelled just like the royal dansk Danish cookies so I knew I was on to something. I added a tad more vanilla and about 1/4 cup of heavy whipping cream ( first time ever using it) and omg it immediately made the texture perfect. The consistency began looking like short bread, crumby but still sticking together. Formed them into ball shapes and couldn’t even chill them before I ate 3!!!! What a great recipe. I am a lover of sweets, butter cookies, coconut cookies and this is definitely a guilt free way to enjoy it.
Can I use coconut flour instead of almond flour? I have health issues. Thank you!
You could but you would need much less coconut flour, or more butter.
For international users – please could you provide the ingredients in gramm and ml?
I got for the almond flour cup 100 g and 15 g for the melted butter a very different ratio:
Kal: 61kcal | Fat: 3,02g | Carbs: 0,88g | Protein: 6,64g
Thanks!
When I made these I used Almond flour but it was not nearly wet enough. I ended up having to add 1.5 tbsp of heavy cream, 1 tbsp of water and 2 tbsp of butter to get the right consistency. But, when I entered the regular ingredients (not what I added in) into My Fitness Pal, it said there were 124 calories, 4.8 carbs, 11.6 fat, 3.5 protein and 1.5 fiber.
what brand of almond flour did you use? Was it finely ground?
Honestly, I’m not 100% the brand but I emptied the bag into another container when I bought it, but yes, it is finely ground.
On a side note, I added some cinnamon and they were really good!
Thanks for a simple and yummy recipe! These were the 2nd fat bombs I have ever made and they’re great with coffee👏👍❣️
I wonder if flax seeds can be incorporated into this recipe, somehow? Love flax seeds because of their high Omega 3 content and nutty flavor.
yes! You would just need to either reduce the amount of almond flour or add more butter.
Added 1 tbsp of cocoa powder tasted amazing!
What a great idea!
These are amaze-balls! Sorry for the pun. Seriously, I felt like I was cheating. My hubby liked them too. I think I liked them more though…LOL! I’m doing Keto and I miss cookies so much. I just couldn’t believe how good they were and with zero guilt. We didn’t even wait an hour and they are all gone. I can’t wait to try the other versions here. Thank you!!!
I did make these today. Will use 1/2 the vanilla next time, as that is all I tasted.
These are very good and so easy to make! Thanks for sharing
You are very welcome, Marlena! Easy recipes are always the best!
I used orange extract for one batch and another with lemon extract. I also swapped coconut flour for the almond flour, but only used 1/4 cup and added a few tablespoons as needed. Also used confectioners swerve. I thought about making a peppermint batch during the holidays. I’m not big on sweets anyway, but occasionally enjoy a treat. Keep them in the freezer and I’m good to go. I like the idea of rolling them in granular swerve. Lots of versatility and fun to play around with.
Used almond extract….SO yummy!
Great idea!
What kind of butter is used for this recipe?
I used salted butter but any butter can be used
Thank you! Just curious for the nutrition facts. 🙂
Omg! Can’t wait to try this!
How long can these last?
They should last up to a week in the fridge in an airtight container
LOVED LOVED LOVED these!!! Added cinnamon and unsweetened shredded coconut(extra good fats) and totally felt like I was cheating 😉 Thaks for all of your fabulous recipes!!!
Sounds so good, Diana!
I think I will give it a try 🙂
These were wonderful. Added a pinch of cinnamon and loved it, and can’t wait to try with more spice variations. Delicious! Thanks!
So glad you liked them!
Easy! Perfect recipe for instant gratification! I used granular Swerve (eryithritol) but it would be better with confectioners style I think. And yes, I love those cookies in the blue tin too and I am also a Cookie Monster. Thank you for posting!
I’m going to try these today, adding flax seeds!
These are so simple and delicious! Next time I’m going to add almond extract. I think that would make them even more heavenly! I’m also going to roll the balls in granular Swerve to add a touch of sweetness.
Yesssssss just made these and they are amazing!! Added cinnamon and nutmeg. ^_^
Just made these and they are soooo good! Added cinnamon and nutmeg. 🙂
Sounds yummy!
If you can’t use anything nut based what adjustments would you make? I’m allergic but would love to try these.
Could you use sunflower seed flour?
I went by this exact recipe but i added lemon and baked them…so good!
114 cal per all 8 balls? Great recipe!
It’s for one ball
Can you use coconut flour?
coconut flour is very absorbent so it would require more liquid. I am in the process of developing a coconut flour version that will be coming soon!
Jennifer, did you develop a coconut flour version? I am very hopeful you did! By the way I love your coconut flour chocolate mug cake!! Yum!
I haven’t yet! I will work on that soon. Thank you for reminding me!
2 tbs. swerve. Too sweet. Did you mean 2tsp?
Its 2 tbsp but you can definitely do less if you find it too sweet.
Can you use Splenda?
Splenda should work but I am not sure on the amount.
Omgosh, these are so good and just what I was looking for. Yummy and easy Thank you for the recipe! <3
That is so great to hear!
If you want to bake them, what temperature in oven should it be? I do not care for cookie dough.
I think if you want to bake them, you should mix up according to my chocolate chip cookie recipe but leave out the chocolate chips. https://jenniferbanz.com/healthy-chocolate-chip-cookies
A lady on FB just posted that she bakes for 12 minutes at 375 and loves them.
So interesting! I will have to give that a try!
Do you use confectioners or granular Swerve?
I use granular
Thanks! I just made a batch and they are chilling 🙂
YES! Omg, these hit the spot and keep me from eating something terrible! Brilliant and so simple.
I’m so glad you liked them!
I just made these and they are delicious! I added a little sugar free brown sugar syrup and they taste just like sugar cookie dough! I’m going to try them with sugar free chocolate chips next…
That sounds really delicious! Thanks for sharing!
Wow yum! I added a pinch of cinnamon to mine, will definitely be making these again! Might even try leaving out the sweetener, mix in a little mozzarella & Italian seasoning to serve with dinner! Thanks!
My husband and I loved it! Thanks!
Hello, what is almond meal?
Thank you.
Hi Margaret! There is a link to almond flour (meal) above the recipe under “My Amazon Picks”
I added four drops of lemon essential oil. It was really good.
Sounds yummy!
What can I use to replace the sweetener with? I live in a country where it isn’t available:-(
You could probably use 1/4 tsp of liquid stevia (or more to taste). You could also use granular stevia. I do not use granular stevia much so I am not sure on the amounts.
Is it ok to use maple syrup if so how much? I find the sweetener very expensive.
It would need to be a powder sweetener. If you did a liquid sweetener, you would need to use more almond flour.
How is it 2 net carbs per serving? The nutritional information guide has 3.1 carbs and 2.6 sugars? Otherwise would love to try the recipe!
She subtracted the 1.5g fiber from the 3.1g carbs to get 1.6 net carbs (rounded up to 2g).
You don’t even have to cook them? Or did I miss something?
Nope!
Can I use ground almond instead of almond flour?
Yes, they would need to be very finely ground.
Did I miss it? How many balls make up a serving? Thanks
It makes 8 bites and 1 bite per serving
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Thanks for this super simple recipe! It is absolutely delicious!
Thank you Shari!
I just made these and they are not wet at all enough to form balls. I did use coconut flour instead of almond because I have an allergy to almonds. I even added more butter and vanilla. What else can I do? The mixture tastes very good, but can’t make cookie balls 🙁
Coconut flour soaks up moisture much more than almond flour does. Just add more liquid (either more melted butter although that might make end product greasy or water or even coconut milk/cream)
Add the fluid a tablespoon at a time and mix thoroughly each time you add. The first time will be tedious but if you keep track of the amount you will be able to make it again easily. 🙂
Is that salted or unsalted butter?
I use salted but you don’t have to