If you’re a big fan of brownies, you’re in for a treat! These keto skillet brownies are the perfect dessert to end a meal.
Intense chocolate flavor, the perfect texture, and a richness that will satisfy any craving are what you can expect from these low-carb brownies in a skillet!
And to top it off, it’s baked right into a perfectly portioned skillet! That’s right, just like at your favorite restaurant, but without the carbs!
If you’re anything like my family, ordering dessert at the end of a meal when dining out is often the highlight.
Now that we’ve been enjoying a keto lifestyle since 2014, when we dine out, we politely say “no thanks” to dessert and head home to enjoy whatever keto baked good I can whip up quickly!
I’ll admit that when we first began this journey, I was sad to “say no to dessert” when we would go out to a restaurant. It was part of our tradition and routine!
Coming home for a sweet treat has become our tradition, and I have to say, I prefer it better that way. For one, the coffee is better at home!
There’s also no rushing to eat up all the dessert before everyone else does. And the best part? More quality time with the family!
As fans of this classic favorite, we have several well-loved options on the site. This keto skillet brownie recipe was inspired by our coconut flour keto brownie recipe. It makes a delicious, crowd-friendly option.
And if what you’re looking for is a keto brownie that uses almond flour, be sure to check out Michelle’s Keto Brownies, after our daughter. You can also bake that recipe in a skillet.
See there, you’ve got options!
Be sure to also check out our entire collection of keto brownies for more tasty options!
Keto Skillet Brownies
So, if you’re missing that element of going out to eat, this one’s for you. I have created the ultimate keto restaurant-style dessert, a keto brownie baked in skillet!
Top this low-carb friendly skillet brownie with your favorite keto vanilla ice cream, and you’ve got the experience of dining out with the benefit of ketosis!
And why stop at vanilla? Peanut butter, strawberry, and caramel keto ice cream would all be amazing with this skillet keto coconut flour brownie recipe!
Oh, and did I mention you don’t have to wait for your dessert to cool before serving? Keto skillet brownies are best served warm, straight from the oven.
This is perfect because the smell of these brownies baking will have everyone in your house running to the kitchen.
How To Make Keto Skillet Brownies
You may think, what if I don’t have a small cast-iron skillet to bake these in? Well, the good news is, you don’t need one!
This recipe is super versatile and can be baked in many different ways. You can bake these in mini 3.5” skillets to make four individual keto skillet brownies or use 6.5” skillets to make two shareable brownies.
No skillet? No problem! You can also bake these in an 8 x 8 baking pan or in a muffin tin if you still want to have individual portions!
This recipe also doubles beautifully for special occasions and gatherings! The sky is the limit with these brownies.
Did I mention that this recipe is easy and can be whipped up fast?! With just a few quick steps, you’ll be enjoying your keto skillet brownie before you know it.
Melt together the butter, baking chocolate, and sugar-free chocolate chips. Add in the eggs one by one, and then add in the dry ingredients.
Once in the oven, they bake in just 12 minutes for that perfect fudgy keto brownie!
What You’ll Need
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- 3.5” or 6.5” cast iron skillet
- Microwave safe bowl or double boiler
- Whisk
- Eggs, room temperature
- Coconut Flour
- Baking Chocolate
- Sugar-free chocolate chips
- Cocoa powder
- Granulated sugar substitute of your choice
- Unsalted butter
Best Sugar-Substitutes
I have many options when it comes to which sweetener you can use for these keto skillet brownies. I happen to be partial to Lakanto Monk Fruit.
Lakanto Monk Fruit is my favorite because the texture and flavor are the closest to real sugar I’ve found, and the flavor fools your taste buds like nothing else on the market.
I’m also a big fan of the brand Swerve which is an erythritol blend. Like Lakanto, it uses sugar alcohols and has a 0 % impact on blood sugar.
Although it does have a cooling aftertaste that some people may dislike, personally, it’s not an issue for me, and that’s why I recommend it as a choice.
You could also use the stevia and erythritol-based brand Pyure if you prefer to use a stevia-based sweetener.
I don’t like using stevia because I am sensitive to the aftertaste. I also find that the aftertaste intensifies when used with chocolate.
If that’s not the case for you, you could certainly use it in this recipe; if you do, use only half the amount called for because it has double the sweetness.
Lastly, if you can’t easily find a more natural sugar substitute, you can also use Splenda with good success.
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I know not everyone would agree with me here, and I respect that, but in my book, it’s still better than regular sugar.
Keto Skillet Brownie A La Mode
The final touch that takes this to the next level is topping your warm, fresh-from-the-oven brownies with a scoop of keto ice cream!
This will raise the carb and calorie count on this dessert, but sometimes, it’s worth sacrificing my macros in one meal to allow for a decadent keto dessert.
Sometimes, you need to treat yourself to an extra special dessert!
Back when we first began eating this way, the options for low-carb ice cream were slim to none. But now, there are so many options!
These keto skillet brownies would go well with just about any flavor of keto ice cream. The classic vanilla is an easy choice that everyone will love.
Whatever flavor you choose, I’m sure you won’t be disappointed!
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Keto Skillet Brownies (Gluten-Free)
These Keto Skillet Brownies are the perfect dessert to end a meal. Intense chocolate flavor, the perfect texture, and a richness that will satisfy any craving are what you can expect from these low carb brownies in a skillet! Made with coconut flour for a tree nut-free option
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup of unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup of sugar-free chocolate chips
- 1 ounce of baking chocolate (roughly chopped)
- 3 eggs, room temperature
- 1/2 cup of granulated sugar substitute
- 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons of dark cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons of coconut flour
- 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon of sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees and grease your skillets.
- Melt the butter, unsweetened chocolate, and sugar-free chocolate chips using 15-second intervals in the microwave. You can also use a double boiler for this.
- Stir and allow to cool to room temperature.
- Add the cooled chocolate mixture to a medium bowl and whisk in the eggs one at a time, mixing well with each addition.
- Next, add the sugar substitute, unsweetened cocoa powder, coconut flour, baking powder, salt, and vanilla extract.
- Combine well and divide evenly into your cast iron skillets. This will make two 6.5" skillets or four mini 3.5" skillets.
- Place the skillets in the oven and bake for 12 minutes. Serve with your favorite keto ice cream for an extra special dessert.
- If you double the recipe, use a 10x10 pan or a 9-inch cast-iron skillet and bake for 15-20 minutes.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze them for up to 3 weeks.
Notes
Be careful not to touch the skillets with bare hands as they will be hot from the oven.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 4 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 230Total Fat: 17.5gSaturated Fat: 10.4gCholesterol: 155mgSodium: 134mgCarbohydrates: 7gNet Carbohydrates: 5.3gFiber: 1.7gSugar: 3.9gProtein: 5.3g
Cara ~ Vintage Style Gal
Monday 7th of August 2023
Yep, I have thrown out many recipes I made over the years. When I had to go gluten free, let's just say coconut flour and I have a love/hate relationship. I had no idea I could not simply make a recipe over cup for cup and make it gluten free so I could have something I liked. I laugh now about it, but at the time I was so frustrated! Thank you for sharing this recipe.
Deborah
Friday 6th of August 2021
How much almond flour should I use? I do not like the taste of coconut in my dessert.
Hilda Solares
Tuesday 10th of August 2021
Hi Deborah, I recommend you use our Keto Michelle Brownies that is made with almond flour instead. Enjoy!