Description
Buttery, rich, and layered with caramel and chocolate — this keto millionaire’s shortbread is a low-carb twist on the classic Scottish treat. Perfect for indulgence without the sugar crash!
Ingredients
For the Base:
1 cup almond flour
¼ cup powdered erythritol or monk fruit sweetener
2 tbsp melted coconut oil or butter
Pinch of salt
For the Caramel Layer:
¼ cup heavy cream or full-fat coconut cream
2 tbsp powdered sweetener (erythritol or allulose)
1 tbsp unsalted butter or ghee
¼ tsp sea salt (for salted caramel option)
½ tsp vanilla extract
For the Chocolate Layer:
¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
¼ cup powdered sweetener (or use 2 oz sugar-free dark chocolate)
2 tbsp melted coconut oil or grass-fed butter
¼ cup heavy cream or canned coconut cream
Optional Toppings:
Crushed pecans or sea salt flakes
Sugar-free chocolate shavings
Edible gold leaf or sprinkles (keto-friendly)
FOR KETO VERSION:
Use allulose or erythritol-based sweeteners , and ensure your chocolate is 70%+ cocoa or use cocoa powder + sweetener blend to keep it low-carb.
Instructions
Make the Base:
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) .
In a bowl, mix almond flour , powdered sweetener , melted oil , and salt until crumbly.
Press firmly into the bottom of an 8×8-inch lined dish or loaf pan.
Bake for 12–15 minutes until golden and firm. Let cool completely.
Make the Caramel:
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine heavy cream , powdered sweetener , butter , and salt .
Cook for 5–7 minutes , stirring constantly, until thickened and slightly golden.
Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract .
Pour warm caramel over the cooled base layer. Chill for 10–15 mins to set.
Make the Chocolate Layer:
In a bowl, whisk cocoa powder , powdered sweetener , melted oil , and cream until smooth and glossy.
OR melt sugar-free dark chocolate with coconut oil for a smoother texture.
Pour over the chilled caramel layer.
Optional: Sprinkle crushed pecans or sea salt on top before setting.
Freeze for 1–2 hours or refrigerate until firm enough to slice.
Cut & Serve:
Once set, slice into bars or chunks.
Enjoy cold for best texture — they’ll stay firm at room temperature for about 30 mins.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Chill Time: 2 hrs
- Cook Time: 15 mins
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9 squares
- Calories: 160
- Fat: 13g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Protein: 3g