Soft & Fluffy Keto Cream Cheese Cookies: The Ultimate Low-Carb Treat

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Soft & fluffy keto cream cheese cookies are proof that low-carb baking doesn’t have to mean dry, crumbly, or disappointing. These cookies are tender, pillowy, lightly sweet, and rich with creamy vanilla flavor—everything a great cookie should be, without the sugar or flour.

Thanks to cream cheese and almond flour, these cookies bake up moist and soft with a delicate crumb that almost melts in your mouth. They’re naturally gluten-free, sugar-free, and keto-friendly, making them perfect for anyone following a low-carb lifestyle or simply looking to cut back on sugar.

Whether you enjoy them with coffee, serve them during the holidays, or keep a batch on hand for quick treats, these cookies deliver bakery-style texture with simple ingredients.

Why Cream Cheese Makes Keto Cookies Better

Cream cheese is the secret weapon in keto baking. It adds fat, moisture, and structure—all essential for low-carb cookies that don’t rely on traditional flour or sugar.

Benefits of cream cheese in keto cookies:

  • Creates soft, fluffy texture
  • Prevents dryness
  • Adds subtle tang for flavor balance
  • Improves shelf life

Combined with butter and almond flour, cream cheese transforms these cookies into something truly special.

Why You’ll Love These Keto Cream Cheese Cookies

  • Soft and fluffy—not crumbly
  • Naturally gluten-free
  • Low-carb and keto-approved
  • Simple pantry ingredients
  • Perfect for holidays or everyday treats

These cookies are lightly sweet, not overpowering, making them ideal for pairing with tea, coffee, or even a glass of almond milk.

Ingredients

  • Almond flour
  • Cream cheese, softened
  • Unsalted butter, softened
  • Powdered erythritol (or keto powdered sweetener)
  • Egg
  • Vanilla extract
  • Baking powder
  • Pinch of salt

Optional Add-Ins

  • Lemon zest
  • Cinnamon
  • Sugar-free chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven
    Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Cream Butter and Cream Cheese
    In a mixing bowl, beat butter and cream cheese until smooth and fluffy.
  3. Add Sweetener and Egg
    Mix in powdered erythritol, then add egg and vanilla extract.
  4. Combine Dry Ingredients
    In a separate bowl, whisk almond flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Mix Dough
    Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture until a soft dough forms.
  6. Shape Cookies
    Scoop dough onto baking sheet and gently flatten slightly.
  7. Bake
    Bake 10–12 minutes until set but still pale.
  8. Cool Completely
    Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet to firm up.

Soft & Fluffy Keto Cream Cheese Cookies

Tender, low-carb cream cheese cookies that are soft, fluffy, and perfect for keto-friendly desserts.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 16 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

Cookie Dough
  • 1.5 cups almond flour fine
  • 4 oz cream cheese softened
  • 0.25 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 0.75 cup powdered erythritol
  • 1 egg large
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 0.5 tsp baking powder
  • 0.25 tsp salt

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Hand mixer
  • Baking sheet

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheet.
  2. Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth.
  3. Add sweetener, egg, and vanilla; mix well.
  4. Stir in almond flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Scoop dough, flatten slightly, and bake 10–12 minutes.

Notes

Do not overbake—cookies should remain pale and soft.

Pro Tips for Perfect Keto Cookies

  • Use powdered sweetener for smooth texture
  • Do not overbake—cookies should stay pale
  • Let cookies cool fully before handling
  • Use fine almond flour, not almond meal
  • Chill dough briefly if too soft

Flavor Variations

Lemon Cream Cheese Cookies
Add lemon zest and a touch of lemon extract.

Cinnamon Sugar Style
Dust with cinnamon and powdered erythritol after baking.

Chocolate Chip Version
Fold in sugar-free chocolate chips.

Holiday Sprinkle Cookies
Top with keto-friendly sprinkles before baking.

Serving Suggestions

  • Serve with coffee or tea
  • Pair with fresh berries
  • Add to keto dessert platters
  • Gift during holidays

Storage and Make-Ahead Tips

  • Store in airtight container up to 5 days
  • Refrigerate up to 10 days
  • Freeze baked cookies up to 2 months
  • Dough can be made ahead and chilled

Why These Cookies Stand Out

Soft & fluffy keto cream cheese cookies deliver the kind of texture many people think is impossible without sugar and flour. They’re light, tender, and satisfying—perfect proof that keto desserts can be just as enjoyable as traditional ones.

Once you make them, they’ll quickly become a staple in your low-carb baking rotation.

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