10 Low-Carb Valentine Cookies Decorated with Love

Introduction: Sweet, Healthy Valentine’s Day Cookies

Valentine’s Day is all about celebrating love, and what better way to do that than with cookies? But for those following a low-carb lifestyle, it’s important to indulge in a healthier way. This list features 10 creative and delicious low-carb Valentine cookies, beautifully decorated to make your celebration extra special. From heart-shaped cookies to sugar-free icing, these treats are perfect for gifting or enjoying with loved ones.

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1. Heart-Shaped Almond Flour Sugar Cookies

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N.B. If you want to do our fancy icing, please see below for our Sugar Free Royal Icing Recipe and Instructions

Ingredients:

• 2 cups almond flour
• 1/4 cup erythritol (or preferred sweetener)
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder

Method:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a bowl, mix almond flour, erythritol, baking powder, and salt.
3. Add butter, egg, and vanilla extract. Mix until a dough forms.
4. Roll out the dough on parchment paper to 1/4-inch thickness.
5. Cut into heart shapes using a cookie cutter.
6. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
7. Cool completely before decorating.

Decoration Ideas: Use sugar-free pink, red, and white icing to decorate. You can pipe hearts, write “love” on some cookies, or add a sprinkle of low-carb colored crystals.

Nutrition per cookie (1 medium-sized heart):

2. Chocolate Dipped Almond Flour Cookies

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N.B. If you want to do our fancy icing, please see below for our Sugar Free Royal Icing Recipe and Instructions

Ingredients:

• 1 cup almond flour
• 1/4 cup cocoa powder
• 1/4 cup erythritol
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 large egg
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup sugar-free dark chocolate (for dipping)

Method:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a bowl, combine almond flour, cocoa powder, erythritol, and salt.
3. Add the butter, egg, and vanilla extract, mixing until dough forms.
4. Roll dough into balls and flatten with your fingers into cookie shapes.
5. Bake for 8-10 minutes, allowing cookies to cool.
6. Melt sugar-free chocolate in the microwave or double boiler.
7. Dip each cookie halfway into the melted chocolate and let set.

Decoration Ideas: After dipping in chocolate, sprinkle with chopped nuts or drizzle with more melted sugar-free chocolate for an elegant touch.

Nutrition per cookie (1):

3. Vanilla Bean Shortbread Hearts

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N.B. If you want to do our fancy icing, please see below for our Sugar Free Royal Icing Recipe and Instructions

Ingredients:

• 2 cups almond flour
• 1/4 cup coconut flour
• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 1/4 cup erythritol
• 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
• 1 egg
• Pinch of salt

Method:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a bowl, mix almond flour, coconut flour, erythritol, and salt.
3. Add the butter, egg, and vanilla bean paste, mixing to form a dough.
4. Roll out dough between two sheets of parchment paper.
5. Cut into heart shapes and bake for 10-12 minutes until golden.
6. Cool before decorating.

Decoration Ideas: Use sugar-free icing to pipe intricate lace designs or simple hearts.

Nutrition per cookie (1 medium-sized heart):

4. Raspberry Almond Sugar Cookies

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N.B. If you want to do our fancy icing, please see below for our Sugar Free Royal Icing Recipe and Instructions

Ingredients:

• 2 cups almond flour
• 1/4 cup erythritol
• 1/4 cup butter, softened
• 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
• 1/4 cup sugar-free raspberry jam
• 1 egg
• Pinch of salt

Method:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Mix almond flour, erythritol, and salt in a bowl.
3. Add butter, egg, and almond extract, mixing into dough.
4. Shape dough into round cookies and flatten slightly.
5. Bake for 10-12 minutes, then cool.
6. Add a spoonful of sugar-free raspberry jam to the center of each cookie.

Decoration Ideas: Top with a drizzle of sugar-free icing and edible glitter for a romantic touch.

Nutrition per cookie (1):

5. Chocolate Hazelnut Cookies

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N.B. If you want to do our fancy icing, please see below for our Sugar Free Royal Icing Recipe and Instructions

Ingredients:

• 1 cup almond flour
• 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/4 cup erythritol
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/4 cup sugar-free hazelnut spread
• 1 egg
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Combine almond flour, cocoa powder, and erythritol in a bowl.
3. Add butter, egg, vanilla extract, and hazelnut spread, mixing until dough forms.
4. Roll into balls and flatten into cookie shapes.
5. Bake for 8-10 minutes.

Decoration Ideas: After baking, drizzle with more melted sugar-free chocolate and sprinkle with crushed hazelnuts.

Nutrition per cookie (1):

6. Cinnamon Almond Cookies

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N.B. If you want to do our fancy icing, please see below for our Sugar Free Royal Icing Recipe and Instructions

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups almond flour
• 1/4 cup erythritol
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/4 cup butter, softened
• 1 egg
• Pinch of salt

Method:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Mix almond flour, erythritol, cinnamon, and salt.
3. Add butter and egg, forming a dough.
4. Roll dough into balls and flatten.
5. Bake for 8-10 minutes, then cool.

Decoration Ideas: Dust with a little extra cinnamon or dip in sugar-free icing for a festive look.

Nutrition per cookie (1):

7. Peppermint Mocha Cookies

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N.B. If you want to do our fancy icing, please see below for our Sugar Free Royal Icing Recipe and Instructions

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups almond flour
• 1/4 cup cocoa powder
• 1/4 cup erythritol
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
• 1 egg

Method:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Combine almond flour, cocoa powder, erythritol, and salt.
3. Add butter, egg, and peppermint extract to form a dough.
4. Shape into balls, flatten, and bake for 8-10 minutes.

Decoration Ideas: Drizzle with sugar-free chocolate and top with crushed peppermint for a festive finish.

Nutrition per cookie (1):

8. Lemon Poppy Seed Cookies

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N.B. If you want to do our fancy icing, please see below for our Sugar Free Royal Icing Recipe and Instructions

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups almond flour
• 1/4 cup erythritol
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1 egg

Method:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Mix almond flour, erythritol, lemon zest, and poppy seeds.
3. Add butter and egg, forming a dough.
4. Roll into balls and flatten.
5. Bake for 8-10 minutes.

Decoration Ideas: Top with sugar-free lemon glaze or drizzle with melted sugar-free white chocolate.

Nutrition per cookie (1):

9. Red Velvet Almond Cookies

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N.B. If you want to do our fancy icing, please see below for our Sugar Free Royal Icing Recipe and Instructions

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups almond flour
• 1/4 cup erythritol
• 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon red food coloring (optional)
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1 egg

Method:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Mix almond flour, erythritol, cocoa powder, and food coloring.
3. Add butter and egg, mixing into dough.
4. Shape into balls, bake for 8-10 minutes.

Decoration Ideas: Ice with sugar-free cream cheese frosting and a sprinkle of red sprinkles.

Nutrition per cookie (1):

10. Coconut Macaroons

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N.B. If you want to do our fancy icing, please see below for our Sugar Free Royal Icing Recipe and Instructions

Ingredients:

• 2 cups unsweetened shredded coconut
• 1/4 cup erythritol
• 2 egg whites
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Whisk egg whites until soft peaks form.
3. Stir in shredded coconut, erythritol, and vanilla.
4. Spoon mixture into mounds on a baking sheet.
5. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until golden.

Decoration Ideas: Dip the bottoms in sugar-free chocolate or drizzle chocolate on top.

Nutrition per cookie (1):

Sugar-Free Royal Icing Recipe

If you want to decorate your cookies like our fancy Valentine’s Day treats, just pop in a little red food coloring and follow these simple steps! This sugar-free royal icing recipe is perfect for creating those beautifully decorated cookies you see on Pinterest. Whether you’re looking to pipe intricate designs, outline your cookies, or fill them with smooth flood icing, this recipe will help you achieve that flawless, professional-looking finish—all while keeping things low-carb and guilt-free. Let’s dive into the world of sweet, beautifully decorated cookies!

Sugar-Free Royal Icing Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 cup powdered erythritol (or another preferred powdered sweetener)
• 2 large egg whites (or use pasteurized egg whites)
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice (optional, for added shine)
• 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar (helps stabilize the icing)
• Water (to thin if needed)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Egg Whites: If you’re using raw egg whites, ensure that they are pasteurized (see below for full instructions on how to do this) or use pasteurized egg whites from a carton to avoid any risk. Beat the egg whites with a hand mixer or stand mixer on medium speed until they form soft peaks (about 2-3 minutes).
2. Add Sweetener and Flavoring: Gradually add powdered erythritol, vanilla extract, and lemon juice (if using). Continue to beat on high until stiff peaks form (another 2-3 minutes). If your icing seems too thick, add a small amount of water (1/2 teaspoon at a time) to reach the desired consistency.
3. Test the Consistency: The royal icing should be thick enough to hold its shape but smooth enough to spread. For piping and flood icing, you’ll need two different consistencies:
   • For piping, the icing should hold its shape when piped onto the cookie and not spread.
   • For flooding, it should be thinner and flow easily but not be runny.
4. Color Your Icing (Optional): If you’d like to add color, use gel food coloring (since liquid food coloring can change the texture of royal icing). Add a small amount and mix it in until fully incorporated.

Flood Icing and Piping Instructions

Flood Icing:

Flood icing is used for filling in larger areas of a cookie after the outline has been piped. It creates a smooth, shiny finish.

1. Thin the Icing: Once your royal icing is ready, add a little water, one drop at a time, until it reaches a “flooding” consistency. To test it, the icing should flow off a spoon in a ribbon that disappears back into the bowl within 10-15 seconds.
2. Outline the Cookie: Using your piping icing (which should be thicker), outline the shape of the area you want to flood on your cookie. Let the outline dry for 10-15 minutes to prevent the flood icing from running out of the boundary.
3. Flood the Cookie: Once the outline is dry, spoon the flood icing onto the cookie. Spread it evenly using the back of a spoon or a scribe tool. Allow the icing to dry completely, which may take 1-2 hours depending on humidity and room temperature.
4. Let It Set: Allow the flood icing to set for at least 2 hours. Once it’s dry to the touch, you can proceed with piping details.

Piping:

Piping is used for adding fine details, such as outlines, designs, or lettering, on top of the flood icing.

1. Prepare Piping Icing: Take a portion of your royal icing and thicken it by adding more powdered erythritol. You want it to hold its shape but still be soft enough to pipe smoothly through a piping bag.
2. Pipe the Details: Fill a piping bag with the thicker icing, and using a small round tip (like a #1 or #2), pipe details onto the cookie, such as borders, flowers, or hearts. You can pipe directly onto the flood icing or add additional designs after the flood icing has set.
3. Let the Piped Icing Set: Allow the piping to dry for at least 1-2 hours before touching the cookies to avoid smudging.

Nutritional Information (per serving – assuming about 12 servings of icing for a batch of cookies):

Note: The exact nutritional values may vary depending on the brand of sweetener used and the specific portion sizes of cookies decorated. The values are based on erythritol, egg whites, and lemon juice as the primary ingredients.

How to Pasteurize Egg Whites for Royal Icing

If you’re using raw egg whites in your royal icing but want to ensure they are safe for consumption, pasteurizing the egg whites is an easy and effective method. Here’s how to do it:

Instructions:

1. Prepare a Double Boiler: Fill the bottom of a double boiler (or a heatproof bowl placed over a pot of simmering water) with water. The water should not touch the bottom of the bowl. Heat the water over medium heat.
2. Add Egg Whites to the Bowl: In the top part of the double boiler, place your egg whites (either fresh from eggs or pasteurized egg whites from a carton).
3. Whisk Gently: Start whisking the egg whites gently as they warm. It’s important to keep whisking to prevent them from cooking into scrambled eggs. You should aim to keep the egg whites at a temperature of about 140°F (60°C).
4. Check the Temperature: Use a food thermometer to monitor the temperature. When the egg whites reach 140°F (60°C), remove the bowl from the heat.
5. Cool the Egg Whites: Allow the egg whites to cool before using them in your royal icing recipe. They will be fully pasteurized and safe to use in your icing.

Tips:

• Do not exceed 160°F (71°C): Egg whites can begin to cook and form curds if the temperature gets too high, so be careful not to exceed 160°F.
• Use Pasteurized Egg Whites: If you’re in a hurry or want to avoid the pasteurizing process, you can buy pasteurized egg whites from the store, which are already safe to use for royal icing.

Now that your egg whites are safely pasteurized, you can use them in your royal icing recipe with confidence!

(I’ve done this to decorate Christmas Gingerbread trains and it works really well, you’ll love it!) Enjoy!

Conclusion: A Sweet and Guilt-Free Valentine’s Day

These 10 low-carb Valentine’s Day cookies are the perfect way to indulge in sweet treats while staying true to your healthy lifestyle. From the rich chocolate-dipped almond flour cookies to the fun and vibrant raspberry almond sugar cookies, each design offers a unique way to celebrate love. By using sugar-free ingredients and getting creative with decorations, you can enjoy these delicious cookies guilt-free, all while adding a personal touch to your celebration. Whether you’re gifting them or enjoying them with someone special, these cookies are sure to bring joy and love to any Valentine’s Day celebration!