This keto candy is not only delicious, made without any artificial sweeteners or artificial flavors, but will also fit within your dietary needs. You can indulge your sweet tooth without derailing your low-carb lifestyle with sugar-free chocolate chips, nut butter, and crunchy nuts and seeds. Your taste buds will be satisfied!
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❤️ Why you’ll love it
You don’t need sugary sour fruit gummies,Swedish fish,peach rings,sour gummy worms,or sour apple rings when you have this recipe instead. This is one of my favorite low carb candy recipes and keto desserts! If you’re following a keto diet or simply looking to reduce your sugar intake,these keto candies are a game-changer.
They offer all the sweetness and satisfaction of traditional candy without the guilt,keeping your blood sugar levels stable. Plus,this candy is incredibly easy to make,made from staple grocery store ingredients,and perfect for those moments when you’re craving something sweet and crunchy.
You can keep this candy on hand in your pantry,at work,or in your freezer so that you always have access to a yummy,sweet snack on the days you really need it. This is sure to satisfy your sugar cravings,and it’s an excellent substitute for hard candies. This recipe is also a hit at parties – bring it to your next potluck!
🧾 Ingredients Used
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- These form the rich and chocolatey base for our candy.
- : Nut butter not only adds creaminess but also a dose of healthy fats. I use a mix of different kinds of nut butter,so feel free to use whatever you have on hand.
- This provides a smooth and melt-in-your-mouth texture.
- Pecans bring a delightful crunch and a buttery,nutty flavor.
- Almonds add a satisfying crunch and a touch of natural sweetness.
- These bring a unique texture and a subtle nuttiness.
- Peanuts offer a classic,salty-sweet contrast that’s hard to resist.
🔪 How To Make This Recipe
- Line an 8×8 dish with parchment paper,setting it aside.
- In a medium saucepan over low heat,melt the chocolate chips,nut butter,and coconut oil until you have a smooth mixture.
- Stir in the pecans,almonds,sunflower seeds,and peanuts until they are fully coated with the chocolate mixture. Reserve a pinch of the nuts and seeds for sprinkling on top if desired.
- Transfer the chocolate mixture to the lined dish and smooth the top so the bars have an even thickness.
- Sprinkle the remaining nuts and seeds on top if desired.
- Chill the mixture in the fridge for at least 3 hours before slicing into bars.
- Store your keto candy in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
🥫 Storing and Reheating
Your keto candy bars can be stored in the refrigerator or in an airtight container for several days. Before enjoying,you can let them sit at room temperature for a few minutes to soften slightly if needed.
To store this keto snack for longer,keep them in the freezer for up to a few months.
💭 Helpful Tips
- Experiment with different nut or seed butters to create unique flavor profiles.
- If you only have whole nuts on hand,save time by throwing them in a sandwich bag,zipping it tightly,and crushing them with a rolling pin or heavy pan. From here,you can easily use them in this recipe.
- If you prefer a sweeter treat,add a keto-friendly or natural sweetener to the chocolate mixture. Monk fruit sweetener is a great option.
- For an extra layer of flavor,consider adding a pinch of sea salt to the top of your bars.
- Drizzle the keto candy with sugar-free caramel sauce for a twist.
💭 Recipe Variations
- Dust with cocoa powder before refrigerating for even more flavor depth.
- Add a few drops of peppermint extract to replicate the flavor of keto peppermint patties.
- Use sugar-free dark chocolate or milk chocolate instead of chocolate chips.
- You can also use sugar-free white chocolate (if you like white chocolate!).
- Leave out the chocolate and use sugar-free caramel instead for a copycat keto payday candy bar.
- Add cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice to slightly change the flavor profile.
- Add sugar-free sprinkles on top of the candy before refrigerating for a pop of fun color.
- Wrap up these candies with some beautiful cellophane and ribbon. These keto candy packs make excellent holiday gifts or stocking stuffers around this time of the year.
- Leave out the chopped nuts,and instead,only use peanut butter. Put the melted mixture into a muffin tin and refrigerate for keto peanut butter cups!
- Mix some cream cheese with the melted mixture to add some cheesecake flavor.
- Add a teaspoon of vanilla to the melted candy mixture to enhance the other flavors.
🍽️ What can I eat this recipe with?
You can enjoy these keto candy bars as a standalone treat after a meal,or pair them with a cup of green tea,black tea,herbal tea,coffee,or a latte for a satisfying snack. No matter when you eat these sweet treats,they are sure to satisfy your candy craving!
👩🍳 Frequently asked questions
Keto-friendly sweets include sugar-free chocolate,keto fat bombs,and treats made with almond or coconut flour. Essentially,you’ll want to stay away from recipes with standard flour and high sugar content.
Most traditional candies are high in carbs due to sugar. However,there are keto-friendly candy options available with significantly lower carb content,like this recipe!
Homemade keto candy bars,like the one we’ve discussed here,are often the best choice as they allow you to control the ingredients and carb content. A keto chocolate and peanut butter combo is also a great option.
📖 Recipe
Keto Candy
This keto candy is not only delicious,made without any artificial sweeteners or artificial flavors,but will also fit within your dietary needs. With sugar-free chocolate chips,nut butter,and crunchy nuts and seeds,you can indulge your sweet tooth without derailing your low-carb lifestyle. Your taste buds will be satisfied!
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Servings:18
Calories:258kcal
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Instructions
Line an 8×8 dish with parchment paper,setting it aside.
In a medium saucepan over low heat,melt the chocolate chips,nut butter,and coconut oil until you have a smooth mixture.
Stir in the pecans,almonds,sunflower seeds,and peanuts until they are fully coated with the chocolate mixture. Reserve a pinch of the nuts and seeds for sprinkling on top if desired.
Transfer the chocolate mixture to the lined dish and smooth the top so the bars have an even thickness.
Sprinkle the remaining nuts and seeds on top if desired.
Chill the mixture in the fridge for at least 3 hours before slicing into bars.
Store your keto candy in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Notes
- If you only have whole nuts on hand,save time by throwing them in a sandwich bag,zipping it tightly,and crushing them with a rolling pin or heavy pan. From here,you can easily use them in this recipe.
- Use sugar-free dark chocolate or milk chocolate instead of chocolate chips.
- You can also use sugar-free white chocolate (if you like white chocolate!).
- If you prefer a sweeter treat,add a keto-friendly or natural sweetener to the chocolate mixture. Monk fruit sweetener is a great option.
- Wrap up these candies with some beautiful cellophane and ribbon. These keto candy packs make excellent holiday gifts or stocking stuffers around this time of the year.
Nutrition
Calories:258kcal| Carbohydrates:17g| Protein:4g| Fat:22g| Saturated Fat:7g| Polyunsaturated Fat:3g| Monounsaturated Fat:5g| Trans Fat:0.001g| Sodium:1mg| Potassium:98mg| Fiber:4g| Sugar:1g| Vitamin A:5IU| Vitamin C:0.1mg| Calcium:18mg| Iron:2mg