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Low-carb, high-fat cookie with macadamia nuts
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Keto macadamia cookie (30 g) has 162 calories. That works out to 540 calories per 100 g. It contains 4.2 g of carbs, 2.7 g of protein, 15 g of fat and 2.4 g of fiber. Its 0.4 mg of Manganese covers 18% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 18 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 30 g
162
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
4.2g
· 2% DV
Protein
2.7g
· 5% DV
Fat
15g
· 19% DV
Fiber
2.4g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 10% · Protein 7% · Fat 83%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 162 kcal | |
| Total fat | 15 g | 19% |
| Saturated fat | 3.15 g | 16% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 78 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 4.2 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% |
| Protein | 2.7 g | 5% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 30 g | 162 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 15 g | 81 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 18 g | 97 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 30 g | 162 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 45 g | 243 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 60 g | 324 kcal |
| 1 pack (small) | 60 g | 324 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 90 g | 486 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 540 kcal |
Calculated from 540 calories per 100 g.
Make keto macadamia cookies by combining chopped macadamias with a low-carb flour, butter or another fat, egg, and a keto-friendly sweetener. Shape the dough and bake until the edges set; let the cookies cool fully so they firm up.
A keto macadamia cookie usually contains macadamia nuts, almond flour, egg, butter or coconut oil, and a sugar substitute. Some recipes add vanilla, salt, or sugar-free chocolate, so the exact ingredients vary between homemade and packaged versions.
Yes, coconut flour can be used in keto macadamia cookies, but it absorbs much more liquid than almond flour. Use a recipe designed for coconut flour rather than swapping it cup for cup, or the cookies may turn out dry and crumbly.
Keto macadamia cookies often spread too much when the dough is warm or the fat softens before the cookies set. Chilling the dough before baking and spacing the portions apart helps them hold their shape.
Erythritol or a monk-fruit-and-erythritol blend works well in many keto macadamia cookie recipes. Sweeteners differ in sweetness and texture, so choose one suited to baking; liquid sweeteners can make the dough softer and change how the cookies bake.
Yes, you can replace macadamias in keto macadamia cookies with pecans or walnuts. The flavor and texture will change, and the substitute may be less buttery; chop the nuts into pieces small enough to distribute evenly through the dough.
Store keto macadamia cookies in an airtight container after they have cooled completely. Keep them at room temperature for short-term storage, or refrigerate them when the kitchen is warm or you want to keep them longer.
Yes, keto macadamia cookies freeze well. Once completely cool, layer them in a sealed freezer-safe container with parchment between the cookies; thaw at room temperature before serving to avoid condensation softening their edges.
Keto macadamia cookies are usually tender in the middle with lightly crisp edges, rather than chewy like wheat-flour cookies. Let them cool on the baking tray before moving them, since their texture firms up as they cool.
You can make keto macadamia cookies without eggs, but they may be more fragile because eggs help bind the dough. A flaxseed-and-water mixture can act as a binder; use a recipe tested with that substitute for the most reliable texture.
Vitamins
Biotin
1.8µg · 6% DV
B1
0.05mg · 4% DV
B6
0.05mg · 3% DV
B3
0.48mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.42mg · 18% DV
Copper
0.1mg · 11% DV
Phosphorus
51mg · 7% DV
Magnesium
29mg · 7% DV
Sodium
78mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
66mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 162 calories in 1 piece (medium) (30 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
A Keto macadamia cookie is a low-carbohydrate, high-fat cookie made with macadamia nuts. Recipes vary, but the nuts bring a naturally rich, buttery flavour, while chopped pieces can add a pleasant crunch. It offers a keto-style alternative to a conventional sweet biscuit, though the exact taste and texture depend on the recipe.
It works well with coffee or tea as an occasional snack, whether served at home or picked up as a packaged treat. Its nutritional profile is notably rich in fat and fibre: per 100 g, it provides 50 g of fat and 8 g of fibre. For a simpler pairing, serve it with unsweetened tea or coffee, or enjoy one alongside fresh berries.
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
3.15g
MONOUNSATURATED
9.3g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.54g
Omega 6:3 ratio 21:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (21:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.