These no-bake keto brownie bites are not only super fast and easy, but they are perfect for snacks, desserts, lunchboxes, or anytime really! Plus, they're paleo, gluten-free, AND vegan!
I've decided that no-bake desserts - such as these no-bake keto brownie bites and my peanut butter energy balls - are going to be my new jam. They are A-Mazing!
While I love my baked treats as much as the next girl, when you're a busy mom no-bake treats are a lifesaver.
Not only are these low-carb brownie bites super fast and easy, but they will satisfy the fiercest of chocolate cravings and are perfect for snacks, desserts, lunchboxes, or anytime your kids say they're hungry. Even if they just had a snack and dinner is almost ready.
Kids - at least mine anyways - are ALWAYS hungry and these are perfect to keep around the house for them (and mom!) to munch on.
❤️ Why You'll Love These Keto Brownie Bites: They are 1) super quick and easy 2) use common ingredients 3) lunchbox-friendly 4) gluten-free, low-carb, and keto.
Plus, they are full of fat and protein and low in sugar so they will keep your kiddos full for longer, hopefully until dinner 🙂
Or if you're looking for more no-bake keto desserts, I think you'll like my Chocolate Covered Macadamia Nuts or these Keto No-Bake Cookies-N-Cream Fat Bombs from Gnom-Gnom!
The keto sweetener
For the sweetener, I prefer to use a Granulated Monk Fruit Allulose blend because sometimes erythritol-based sweeteners can leave a slight aftertaste. However, any granulated keto sweetener will work!
To see a complete guide on all the different keto sweeteners and how to use them, see my Ultimate Keto Sweeteners Guide!
*Note-As a gift to my readers, I've teamed up with BESTI SWEETENERS to give you guys 10% off! Simply use the code "CRAVEABLE" at checkout.
How many carbs do they have?
As written, these have about 3 net carbs per ball.
However, a reader kindly pointed out that if you exchange the walnuts for pecans the carb count is only 1.68 per ball - YAY!
🔪 Easy instructions
Start by adding some walnuts or pecans and sea salt to the bowl of a food processor. While I prefer the taste of walnuts, pecans have fewer carbs and either one will work!
Process until the nuts are broken up into small pieces.
Then, add cocoa powder, sweetener, and almond or peanut butter and process until combined.
💭Tip: Depending on the thickness of your nut butter, you may need to add either coconut flour or water to achieve the right consistency. You want the batter to hold together and roll into a ball easily.
For nut butter that is really thin, you may need to add coconut flour, 1 Tablespoon at a time, until the bites hold together.
If your nut butter is fairly thick, your batter may be crumbly. If this happens, add water, 1 Tablespoon at a time, until it comes together.
Briefly pulse in some low-carb chocolate chips. Then, roll them into 18 bite-sized balls and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Place in the freezer for 15 minutes set up and enjoy!
Storage
- Store: Leftover keto brownie bites can be stored in a resealable baggie or sealed container in the fridge for up to a week
- Freeze: Keep them frozen in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months.
Substitutions
This recipe is naturally gluten-free, grain-free, low-carb, and keto. However, here are some substitutions to fit more diets:
- For Paleo, use coconut palm sugar instead of a keto sweetener and paleo-compliant chocolate chips.
- For Dairy-Free and Vegan, use dairy-free chocolate chips.
💭 Top tips
- Walnuts and pecans both work in this recipe. However, the pecan version has fewer carbs with 1.68 net carbs per bite, while the walnut version has 3 net carbs per bite.
- Depending on the thickness of your nut butter, you may need to add either coconut flour or water to achieve the right consistency. You want the batter to hold together and roll into a ball easily.
- For the sweetener, I prefer to use a Granulated Monk Fruit Allulose blend because sometimes erythritol-based sweeteners can leave a slight aftertaste. However, any granulated keto sweetener will work! To see a complete guide on all the different keto sweeteners and how to use them, see my Ultimate Keto Sweeteners Guide!
- As a gift to my readers, I've teamed up with BESTI SWEETENERS to give you guys 10% off! Simply use the code "CRAVEABLE" at checkout.
- For Paleo, use coconut palm sugar instead of a keto sweetener.
If you’ve tried these No-Bake Keto Brownie Bites or any other recipe on the blog please let me know in the comments below!
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📖 Recipe
Keto No-Bake Brownie Bites
Ingredients
- 1 Cup Whole Walnuts
- ⅛ tsp. Sea Salt
- ¼ Cup Cocoa Powder
- ½ Cup Almond or Peanut Butter
- ¼ Cup Keto Granulated Sweetener - or granulated sweetener of choice, see notes below
- Coconut Flour - as needed
- Filtered Water - as needed
- ¼ Cup Keto Chocolate Chips - or chocolate chips of choice
- ½ tsp. Pure Vanilla
Instructions
- In the bowl of a food processor add the walnuts and sea salt. Process on high for 5 to 10 seconds, or until the nuts are broken up into small pieces.
- Add the cocoa powder, nut butter, vanilla, and keto sweetener. Process until well combined and batter starts coming together. Add coconut flour or water, one tablespoon at a time, as needed to achieve the right consistency (see notes below).
- Pulse in the chocolate chips.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll the dough between the palms of your hand to form in 18 bite-sized balls and place them on the parchment paper.
- Place the baking sheet in the freezer for 10-15 minutes or until firm and enjoy!
Add Your Own Notes
Video
Notes
- See how easy this recipe is to make on my YouTube channel! Watch the full video here: Brownie Bites YouTube Video!
- Walnuts or pecans both work in this recipe. However, the pecan version has fewer carbs with 1.68 net carbs per bite, while the walnut version has 3 net carbs per bite.
- Depending on the thickness of your nut butter, you may need to add either coconut flour or water to achieve the right consistency. You want the batter to hold together and roll into a ball easily. For nut butter that is really thin, you may need to add coconut flour, 1 Tablespoon at a time, until the bites hold together. If your nut butter is fairly thick, your batter may be crumbly. If this happens, add water, 1 Tablespoon at a time, until it comes together.
- Store leftover keto brownie bites in a resealable baggie in the fridge for up to a week or freeze for up to 3 months.
- For the keto sweetener, I prefer to use a Granulated Monk Fruit Allulose blend because sometimes erythritol-based sweeteners can leave a slight aftertaste. However, any granulated keto sweetener will work! To see a complete guide of all the different keto sweeteners and how to use them, see my Ultimate Keto Sweeteners Guide!
- As a gift to my readers, I've teamed up with BESTI SWEETENERS to give you guys 10% off! Simply use the code "CRAVEABLE" at checkout.
- For Paleo, use coconut palm sugar instead of a keto sweetener.
Nutrition
NET CARBS = Total Carbs - Fiber - Allulose - Xylitol
Nutritional information is approximate and may vary. Sugar alcohols, xylitol, and allulose are included in the total carbs and fiber.
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Candice says
I've made these with both walnuts and pecans, and they're equally great. I use Trader Joe's creamy almond butter, and in addition to the cocoa, 1 heaping tsp of espresso powder and a 1/2 tsp of cinnamon. Heavenly!
To make dough management easier, I dump the mixture into a sheet of waxed paper, then roll that into a log--makes it really easy to get consistent portions. Finally, instead of putting the chocolate chips in the mix, I press them into the tops of the choco-balls for a festive look. I've served these to guests and they don't realize they're keto-friendly.
BTW, if you have a Kroger store near you, get the sugar-free Kroger chocolate chips - better and a third the price of the 'keto' ones--and mix nicely with peanuts for another keto-friendly snack!
Cassidy Stauffer says
YAY I'm so happy you like them!!! And thank you for the tips, I will definitely try them! Sadly, we don't have a Kroger near us, but hopefully we'll get one soon!!
XO,
Cassidy
Paige says
THESE ARE INCREDIBLE.
I have tried so many 5-star recipes only to find out most are 3-stars at best. My junk-food loving side of the family loves them & that’s when I knew these would become a weekly staple.
Cassidy Stauffer says
Oh my goodness, thank you so much Paige!!!! I'm so excited you liked them!!! These are a staple at our house too 🙂
-Cassidy
Jinny Desrochers says
Vraiment délicieux 10/10 !!!
Cassidy Stauffer says
Thank you, I'm so happy you like them!!!
-Cassidy
maya says
can i use almonds instead of walnuts ?
Cassidy Stauffer says
Hi Maya!
I haven't tried it so I can't say for sure, but I think it would probably work! The only thing I might worry about is having little pieces of skin from the almonds in the bites, but I really can't say for sure without trying it. If you give it a shot please let me know how it turns out!
-Cassidy
Tiffany says
What flour alternative could be used instead of coconut flour?
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Cassidy Stauffer says
Hi Tiffany! You can really use any flour you want! It's only added to thicken up the brownie bites if needed 🙂 Depending on the almond butter I'm using, sometimes I don't even need to add any! I hope this helps - let me know what you think!
-Cassidy
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Sami says
Wow, wow, wow!! I was not expecting what I got. Followed the recipe exactly with pecans and no coconut flour or water/ milk added. When it was done, it tasted like my mom's no bake cookies I always loved as a kid... AMAZING!
Cassidy Stauffer says
Thank you so much Sami!!! I agree they do taste a bit like no-bake cookies - I'm so happy you liked them 😀
-Cassidy
Kimberley says
I made these minus the nuts because I didn't have any but your recipe says it makes 18 but I only came up with 16. I wonder if that had anything to do with me nibbling before rolling? ? You need to make sure to put that in the recipe also. Lol. I just couldn't resist. I did add a little MCT oil and a tad of Almond milk when it got a little thick. I sure wish I had some nuts. They would have been perfect.
Newbie Baker says
I followed the recipe exactly, but there was no way I could form this into balls. Way too moist. The recipe said 2 T coconut flour, or as needed. I added about 8 T flour and it will still very wet. Finally put them in small ramekins and froze them. What did I do wrong to not be able to form balls? It was thin and moist, more like a pudding
Cassidy Stauffer says
HI New Baker! If the bites are too dry and won't hold together, you can add in water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until they are the right consistency to roll into balls 🙂
Hope this helps!
-Cassidy
Karen Mahon says
Made the no-bake brownies for a party. They were a hit even for those who are not following a keto diet. Thanks so much for this delicious treat recipe!
Cassidy Stauffer says
Thanks Karen! These brownie bites are one of my go-recipes for parties too - no one notices they're gluten-free and keto 🙂
-Cassidy
Nicole says
These are so perfect for my low carb diet. I made them today and they are delicious ? thank you.
Texas Shopper says
Made these today and they were PERFECT! Did not need the coconut flour. I used 1/2 almond butter and 1/2 peanut butter. Just the right-size “sweet” treat for after dinner. Thank you for the recipe!
cindy3539 says
Mine turned out so crumbly. I had to add a splash of water and about 1 tablespoon of sour cream in order to get anything I could form a ball with. ?
Cassidy Stauffer says
Oh no, I'm so sorry! In the directions, I noted that you can add coconut flour and non-dairy milk until they reach the right consistency. Did you try adding either of those? I'm glad the sour cream and water worked for you though!
-Cassidy
Lou says
Could you make these with Almonds instead of walnuts/pecans? I'm planning on using ground almonds instead
Cassidy Stauffer says
Hi Lou! Yes, you can make them with almonds, it will just very slightly change the taste 🙂 I hope you enjoy them!
-Cassidy
How many does this recipe make? And how many is considered a serving?mary says
How many does this recipe make? And how many is considered a serving?
Cassidy Stauffer says
Hi Mary! This recipe makes 18 brownie bites about the size of a ping-pong and one brownie bite is considered a serving. I hope this helps! Enjoy 🙂
-Cassidy
Alex says
Hello! How long would you say it is ok to keep these after made if stored in the fridge?
Cassidy Stauffer says
Hi Alex! These go pretty fast at my house so I'm not exactly sure. But I would guess 3 to 5 days in the fridge 🙂 Hope this helps!
-Cassidy
Alex says
Thanks so much! I plan to make them this weekend 🙂
Tessa Simpson says
Yummy! I used toasted pecans, some collagen, and used a combo of sunflower seed butter and mixed nut butter. Delish...no chocolate chips needed!
Cassidy Stauffer says
YAY Tessa, I'm so excited you liked them!!! I'll have to try them with your variations ?
Juanita says
I love these. I don't use walnuts because I'm allergic. I substitute 1/4 peanuts. Not sure what the Carb Count is because I have a hard time with measurements, but i know it's not that much. I just shared this recipe with a co-worker too. Definately my Go-To for Keto
Stacy says
I used pecans to replace the walnuts and loved them!
Sally Chapman says
Loved this super quick and reasonably cheap recipe. Definitely a keeper! I made 1.5 times the amount and varied it with 3 teaspoons sugar, not sweetener, rolled in sesame seeds rather than add coconut flour and put them in the fridge for 20-30 mins not the freezer. They were chocolatey with a hint of sweetness and looked good. These are my new must take party food! I'd suggest also rolling in coconut, black sesame seeds, chocolate sprinkles or 100s and 1000s for the kids. Enjoy!
Jan says
I made these tonight and they turned out great. I put a half scoop of collagen in. I can see lots of possibilities to make these healthier. Next time I'll add some flax seed or hemp seed. I will definitely try the pecans next time!! BUT I HAVE A QUESTION...HOW MANY SHOULD IT MAKE? I THINK SOME OF MINE ARE TOO BIG AND THEREFORE THE CARB COUNT WILL BE OFF. I HAVE 27.
Cassidy Stauffer says
Hi Jan, I have the recipe making 18 and the nutrition info is per bite - so your nutrition info would actually be less!!! We are pretty big eaters at my house and I hate when serving sizes or super small so all of my recipes have good sized servings 🙂 I love that you added collagen, I'll have to try that! This is a good recipe to add all kinds of healthy stuff to!
-Cassidy
Cory says
Does it matter what kind of cocoa is used? Regular or Dutch processed?
Cassidy Stauffer says
Hi Cory! Since they aren't baked it doesn't matter - whichever you prefer is fine 🙂
-Cassidy
marcia stuhlsatz says
I don't have the sugar free chocolate chips. Can I leave them out or substitute something else?
Cassidy Stauffer says
Hi Marcia! You can leave them out, but they won't be as sweet or chocolate-y. You could maybe use cocoa nibs, but they definitely won't be as sweet. Let me know what you try and how they turn out!!!
-Cassidy
Renee says
What would be the net carbs if you didnt use nuts at all in the recipe? (I have a nut allergy)
Cassidy Stauffer says
Hi Renee! I'm not sure how these would turn out if you left out the nuts because they provide substance and help bind them. If you leave out the nuts you might need to slightly adjust the other ingredients to make them stick together or replace the nuts with coconut maybe? If you google "nutrition calculator" you should be able to find a program where you can enter the ingredients and it will give you all the nutrition info, including the net carbs 🙂 I hope this helps!!!
-Cassidy
Crystal says
Ok so one month into keto and these are my favorite!! I like them a little too much. I have made 7 fat bombs recipes and this is the winner!
Cassidy Stauffer says
Oh YAY Crystal!!! I'm so excited you like them! Yeah, they're addictive I like them a little too much too, lol!!!
-Cassidy