Keto Oreo Cookies Recipe (2g net carbs)

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These Keto Oreo Cookies have everything I want from a homemade sandwich cookie: a rich chocolate flavor, crisp edges, and a smooth vanilla filling right in the middle.

What I especially love is the contrast between the dark chocolate cookies and that creamy center. They feel a little nostalgic, but they’re still their own thing rather than trying too hard to be exactly like the packaged version.

They’re also really good straight from the fridge, when the filling is firm and the chocolate cookies have had a little time to settle. Pair one with a cup of bulletproof coffee or your favorite hot coffee for an easy little dessert.

Are Oreo Cookies Keto-Friendly?

Traditional Oreo cookies are made with wheat flour and sugar, so they aren’t generally suitable for a keto or very low-carb diet.

These homemade keto Oreo cookies use a low-carb chocolate cookie instead, along with a sugar-free vanilla filling. Each assembled sandwich cookie has approximately 2g net carbs, although the exact amount will vary depending on the brands of almond flour and sweetener you use.

Why You’ll Love These Keto Oreo Cookies

• Rich chocolate flavor with a creamy vanilla center.
• Crisp around the edges with a tender, slightly crumbly texture.
• Gluten-free and grain-free.
• Made without wheat flour or added sugar.
• Easy to prepare ahead and keep chilled until you’re ready for something sweet.
• A fun homemade alternative when you’re craving a chocolate sandwich cookie.

Ingredients for Keto Oreo Cookies

Even if it seems like a lot of work, you will love how easy it is to make these keto oreo sandwiches. However, they require a few simple ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen. Here is everything you will need: 

For the Chocolate Cookies

• Almond Flour – Use superfine blanched almond flour for the best texture. Almond meal is much coarser and can make the cookies heavier and more crumbly.
• Butter – Let the butter soften before mixing so it blends evenly into the dough.
• Granulated Sweetener – Use a sugar-free granulated sweetener that measures similarly to sugar.
• Egg – One large room-temperature egg helps hold the dough together.
• Unsweetened Cocoa Powder – Gives the cookies their deep chocolate flavor. Dutch-process cocoa is a good choice if you want a darker color and smoother cocoa flavor.
• Vanilla Extract – Rounds out the chocolate flavor.
• Xanthan Gum – Helps give the almond-flour dough more structure so the cut cookies hold their shape.
• Salt – Brings the chocolate and vanilla flavors together.
• Baking Soda – A small amount helps with the finished cookie texture.
• Espresso Powder – The amount is small enough that the cookies shouldn’t taste like coffee. It simply makes the cocoa flavor taste a little deeper.

For the Vanilla Cream Filling

• Cream Cheese – Use softened full-fat cream cheese so the filling mixes smoothly.
• Butter – It should also be softened to room temperature.
• Powdered Sweetener – Powdered sweetener works much better than granulated sweetener here because it creates a smoother filling.
• Vanilla Extract – Adds that simple vanilla flavor that works so well against the chocolate cookies.

How To Make Keto Oreo Cookies

Follow the next steps to enjoy the best soft and crisp keto oreo cookies that are extremely easy to make. Here is everything you have to do:

1. Make the Chocolate Cookie Dough

Add the almond flour, cocoa powder, granulated sweetener, salt, baking soda, espresso powder, and xanthan gum to a large bowl. Mix until evenly combined.

Add the softened butter, beaten egg, and vanilla extract. Stir until everything comes together into a thick cookie dough.

Shape the dough into a flat disc and wrap it tightly in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

2. Roll and Cut the Cookies

Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

Place the chilled dough between two sheets of parchment paper and roll it to about 1/4 inch thick.

Cut the dough with a 2-inch round cookie cutter. You should get approximately 32 rounds for 16 finished sandwich cookies.

Transfer the rounds carefully to the prepared baking sheet. If the dough becomes too soft while you’re working with it, refrigerate it again for 10–15 minutes.

3. Bake

Bake for 8–10 minutes, or until the cookies feel firm around the edges and are set to the touch.

Don’t worry if they still seem slightly delicate straight from the oven. Almond-flour cookies become firmer as they cool.

Let them cool completely before adding the filling.

4. Make the Vanilla Filling

Add the softened cream cheese, butter, powdered sweetener, and vanilla extract to a mixing bowl.

Beat until smooth and creamy with no visible lumps.

Refrigerate the filling for about 30 minutes, or until it is firm enough to spread without running out of the cookies.

5. Assemble the Cookies

Spread the vanilla filling over the flat side of one cooled chocolate cookie.

Place another cookie on top and press very gently to form a sandwich.

Repeat with the remaining cookies.

Refrigerate the assembled cookies for at least 30 minutes before serving so the filling can firm up.

Tips for the Best Keto Oreo Cookies

Chill the dough. Don’t skip the first chilling step. Cold dough is much easier to roll and cut cleanly.

Roll between parchment paper. This keeps the dough from sticking without adding extra almond flour.

Keep the thickness even. Cookies that are roughly the same thickness will bake more evenly.

Watch them closely toward the end. Dark chocolate cookies can be difficult to judge by color, so use texture instead. They should feel set around the edges.

Cool completely before filling. Warm cookies will soften the cream cheese filling.

Give the assembled cookies time to chill. They hold together much better once the center has firmed up.

Troubleshooting Keto Oreo Cookies

Why Is My Dough Crumbly?

Almond-flour dough naturally feels more delicate than wheat-based cookie dough.

Press a small amount between your fingers before adding anything else. If it holds together when pressed, the dough is fine and should become easier to work with after chilling.

Why Is the Dough Too Sticky to Cut?

It has probably become too warm.

Place it back in the refrigerator for another 10–15 minutes, then continue rolling and cutting.

Why Are My Cookies Still Soft After Baking?

Let them cool completely before deciding they need more oven time. Almond-flour cookies are fragile when they’re hot and become noticeably firmer as they cool.

If they are still extremely soft once cool, they may need an extra minute or two of baking next time.

Why Is My Filling Too Soft?

Refrigerate it for a little longer before assembling the cookies.

If the filling becomes too firm after chilling, let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes until it becomes easy to spread again.

Can I Make Keto Oreo Cookies With Coconut Flour?

I wouldn’t replace the almond flour with coconut flour in this recipe.

Coconut flour absorbs significantly more liquid, so it isn’t a 1:1 substitute for almond flour. Making that swap would require changing the other ingredient quantities as well.

For this version, almond flour will give you the most predictable result.

How to Store Keto Oreo Cookies

Because the filling contains cream cheese, keep the assembled cookies refrigerated in an airtight container.

For the best texture, enjoy them within about 5 days.

When serving them, avoid leaving the cookies at room temperature for longer than about 2 hours.

You can also freeze them in an airtight freezer-safe container for up to 2 months. Thaw them in the refrigerator before serving. Keep in mind that the cookie texture may soften slightly after freezing and thawing.

More Keto Cookie Recipes

If you’re in the mood to bake another batch of cookies, try these next:

• The Best Almond Flour Cookies – soft, chewy chocolate chip cookies made with almond flour.
• Keto Magic Cookies – a great option when you want something extra chewy and loaded with texture.
• Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies – simple peanut butter cookies with plenty of chocolate.
• Keto Chocolate Chip Cookies – a classic low-carb cookie to keep in your baking rotation.