Keto Pecan Pie Truffles
12 truffles Craving the rich, buttery goodness of pecan pie but sticking to a low-carb lifestyle? These Keto Pecan Pie Truffles deliver exactly that! Imagine capturing the classic toasted pecan and caramel flavor of traditional pie, boosting it with protein, and rolling it into a decadent, bite-sized treat. Each truffle features a... Read more ... nutty, brown-butter-infused filling, coated in a smooth layer of sugar-free chocolate and topped with a crunchy pecan. Surprisingly easy to make and perfect for holiday gatherings or satisfying dessert cravings any time, these truffles prove you don't need sugar or excess carbs to enjoy an impressive and delicious treat. Read less x saved olivia.wyles Resident Chef April 15, 2025 30 min.1 h. 30 min.2/5 30 min. 1 h. 30 min. 2/5 Ingredients: Truffles ¼ cup of unsalted butter¼ cup of brown sugar-free sweetener ((like Swerve) (Note 1))¼ cup of heavy cream½ cup of pecans - ground ((Note 2))½ cup of protein powder of your choice (I use Caramel Keto Chow (Note 3)) ¼ cup of unsalted butter ¼ cup of brown sugar-free sweetener ((like Swerve) (Note 1)) ¼ cup of heavy cream ½ cup of pecans - ground ((Note 2)) ½ cup of protein powder of your choice (I use Caramel Keto Chow (Note 3)) Coating 8 OZ of sugar-free chocolate chips2 TBSP of butter (or coconut oil)Optionally: 12 PCS of pecans (adjust if needed, for topping) 8 OZ of sugar-free chocolate chips 2 TBSP of butter (or coconut oil) Optionally: 12 PCS of pecans (adjust if needed, for topping) Tools: 1x Measuring Cups1x Measuring Spoons1x Medium Sauce Pan (4QT)1x Wooden Spoon or High-Temperature Silicone Spatula1x Whisks1x Kitchen Food Processor (or mini blender)1x Baking Sheet1x wax paper1x Measuring Pitcher or Small Glass/Ceramic Bowl (Microwave-safe)1x Fork or Chocolate dipping tool 1x Measuring Cups 1x Measuring Spoons 1x Medium Sauce Pan (4QT) 1x Wooden Spoon or High-Temperature Silicone Spatula 1x Whisks 1x Kitchen Food Processor (or mini blender) 1x Baking Sheet 1x wax paper 1x Measuring Pitcher or Small Glass/Ceramic Bowl (Microwave-safe) 1x Fork or Chocolate dipping tool Directions: 1. Brown Butter and Sweetener: Let’s start the preparation of Keto Pecan Pie Truffles. Brown butter and sweetener together in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Brown butter and sweetener together in a medium saucepan over medium heat. 2. Boil: Boil 2 to 3 minutes (note 4). 3. Add Cream and Cool: Remove from heat and whisk in the cream. Set aside to cool. (note 5). Remove from heat and whisk in the cream. Set aside to cool. (note 5). 4. Process Pecans: Chop the pecans finely using a food processor. (note 6). 5. Mix: Mix together ground pecans, protein powder, and caramel sauce until dough forms. 6. Form Mounds: Scoop mounds onto a waxed paper-lined cookie sheet. (note 7). 7. Chill: Chill or freeze until firm, about 1 hour. 8. Melt Chocolate: Melt chocolate chips and butter in microwave about 30 seconds. 9. Dip Truffles: Dip each mound into melted chocolate and toss to coat. (note 8). 10. Top and Dry Keto Pecan Pie Truffles: Top each with a pecan half while wet. Allow to dry and serve at room temperature. Top each with a pecan half while wet. Allow to dry and serve at room temperature. Notes: Sweeteners – Use what works best for your lifestyle. I typically bake with Monk fruit and allulose. For this recipe, I used the brown sugar replacement from Lakanto. You can also use the one from the Swerve brand. I recommend using some sort of “brown” type sweetener for the caramel flavor. Pecans – I measured the pecans as halves, then I ground them up with a mini blender until it resembled coarse crumbs. Protein Powder – Feel free to use about ½ cup of your preferred protein powder of choice for this recipe (or even almond flour will work), but please note it will change the nutrition facts drastically as protein powders vary from brand to brand. I use Keto Chow because it’s more than a protein powder, it’s a keto meal mix that provides more nutrition than just protein. It also bakes beautifully and has the best flavor variations. Boiling – Bring the mixture to a boil, then let it cook for 2-3 minutes. Careful not to burn it. Adding Cream – Be careful when adding the cream as it will bubble vigorously. Allow to cool slightly and it will resemble a fine caramel sauce. Don’t let it sit too long. Creating Mounds – You can simply plop it on the wax paper, or shape them into pecan/almond shapes like I did for the picture. It’s purely for the aesthetic. Dipping – Use a fork or a chocolate dipping tool. Dip the mound in chocolate, flip around, then lift with a fork and gently tap or scrape against the side of the bowl to remove excess chocolate. Nutrition and carbs – Be aware that some recipe blogs omit sugar alcohols or allulose from the nutrition calculation since it does not affect blood sugar. For transparency, I have included it and calculated the net carbs below. Always use a carb counter app like Cronometer according to the brands you use in order to get accurate nutrition information. Sweeteners – Use what works best for your lifestyle. I typically bake with Monk fruit and allulose. For this recipe, I used the brown sugar replacement from Lakanto. You can also use the one from the Swerve brand. I recommend using some sort of “brown” type sweetener for the caramel flavor. Pecans – I measured the pecans as halves, then I ground them up with a mini blender until it resembled coarse crumbs. Protein Powder – Feel free to use about ½ cup of your preferred protein powder of choice for this recipe (or even almond flour will work), but please note it will change the nutrition facts drastically as protein powders vary from brand to brand. I use Keto Chow because it’s more than a protein powder, it’s a keto meal mix that provides more nutrition than just protein. It also bakes beautifully and has the best flavor variations. Boiling – Bring the mixture to a boil, then let it cook for 2-3 minutes. Careful not to burn it. Adding Cream – Be careful when adding the cream as it will bubble vigorously. Allow to cool slightly and it will resemble a fine caramel sauce. Don’t let it sit too long. Creating Mounds – You can simply plop it on the wax paper, or shape them into pecan/almond shapes like I did for the picture. It’s purely for the aesthetic. Dipping – Use a fork or a chocolate dipping tool. Dip the mound in chocolate, flip around, then lift with a fork and gently tap or scrape against the side of the bowl to remove excess chocolate. Nutrition and carbs – Be aware that some recipe blogs omit sugar alcohols or allulose from the nutrition calculation since it does not affect blood sugar. For transparency, I have included it and calculated the net carbs below. Always use a carb counter app like Cronometer according to the brands you use in order to get accurate nutrition information. Nutrition 15.85 Total Carbs – 10.07 Fiber – 4.01 Sugar Alcohols = 1.77 Net Carbs per Truffle or 1/12 of recipe. Serving: 43g Calories: 186.68kcal (9%) Carbohydrates: 15.85g (5%) Protein: 2.78g (6%) Fat: 18.17g (28%) Saturated Fat: 9.03g (56%) Polyunsaturated Fat: 1.16g Monounsaturated Fat: 2.49g Trans Fat: 0.06g Cholesterol: 21.6mg (7%) Sodium: 69.93mg (3%) Potassium: 208.97mg (6%) Fiber: 10.07g (42%) Sugar: 0.41g Vitamin A: 67.57IU (1%) Vitamin C: 10.35mg (13%) Calcium: 72.02mg (7%) Iron: 1.05mg (6%) Net Carbohydrates: 1.77g Sugar Alcohols: 4.01g Allulose: 0g About the Author: olivia.wylesResident Chef # 5 40 Followers Published Recipes: 16Av. Recipe Evaluation: Location: Florida, USAMember since: 2024-09-25 Published Recipes: 16 Av. Recipe Evaluation: Location: Florida, USA Member since: 2024-09-25 Disclaimer All content and information (including recipes, articles, and other materials) on CookingHub.com are the opinions of the authors and are not intended to provide dietary, medical, legal, or political advice. Consult with a professional before deciding to follow these opinions. 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