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5 Ingredient Keto Skillet Fudgy Brownie

October 19, 2020 By Sarah Hardy 20 Comments

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With just 5 ingredients, these sugar-free fudgy keto brownies are as rich and decadent as they are easy. These brownies are also a Trim Healthy Mama S Fuel!

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Who doesn’t love brownies? Brownies are a gooey, fudgy treat that you might have thought should never grace your mouth again.

Wrong! Sometimes, we need a treat, and that’s exactly why I’m bringing you these keto skillet brownies. 

Keto brownies sound like they would be complicated and take hours. With just 5 ingredients, these sugar-free brownies are as rich and decadent as they are easy.

5 Ingredient Brownies

These flourless brownies simply need an egg, unsweetened cocoa powder, natural peanut butter (try Adams Natural Peanut Butter or substitute your own favorite natural peanut butter option), Gentle Sweet (seriously, the BEST sweetener), and water. 

You may use another nut butter or sunbutter if you are allergic to nuts. You can also replace Gentle Sweet with sweetener of your choice, but the quantity will likely change. 

Or, you can mix up a batch of my Low Carb Powdered Sugar, which measures 1:1 with Gentle Sweet!

low carb skillet brownie

My brownie preference is…

You may have seen the pans like these that make every piece of brownie an edge piece. Edge pieces are preferred by many but probably equal to that are brownies that are soft with no edges. In our household, it’s split. Are you an edge lover or a center lover? 

How are fudgy and gooey brownies different?

Fudgy brownies are a little different from gooey brownies. Fudgy brownies will have a thicker, more dense texture while gooey brownies will have a thinner, more liquid texture.

No matter what density you prefer, you’ll love these skillet brownies!

low carb skillet brownie

How can I tell if my brownies are done?

The tried and true method to figuring out if your brownies are done is to stick a toothpick down the center of the brownie.

If your toothpick comes out clean, your brownies are done. If your toothpick has brownie residue, they are not done.

The amount of residue equates to the additional time needed for your brownies to bake. More residue means more time.

What can I pair with a warm skillet brownie? 

A skillet brownie pairs well with vanilla ice cream or vanilla frozen yogurt with cinnamon.

You can also add peppermint whipped cream or maple salted caramel sauce.

Prepare these for your entire family or as a couple’s night indulgence.

low carb skillet brownie

What can I add to my brownies?

Brownies are so versatile that you can add to them, and you’ll still maintain that delicious brownie flavor. You can add almost any type of nut to your brownie, but you can also add fruits to your brownies to add a sweet or tart flavor. My favorite add-in would be strawberries, as they pair well with the richness of the brownies. (And I love chocolate/strawberry combos!)

If you’re adding in fresh fruits, be sure to clean them and cut them before folding them into your brownies. If you don’t fold them into your brownies, they will sink to the bottom.

You might even have your kids join you to push a few into the brownie mixture in the baking pan.

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How do I make sugar-free brownies from scratch?

First, preheat your oven to 370 degrees, then prepare all of your ingredients. The full instructions are listed in the recipe card below!

More Keto Brownie Recipes to Try

Keto Pumpkin Brownies |The perfect fall dessert to make. A vegan pumpkin keto brownie that is super fudgy and drizzled with melted chocolate and sprinkled with pumpkin pie spice.

Low-Carb Peanut Butter Swirl Brownies |A rich and fudgy brownie topped with a swirl of peanut butter cheesecake.

Keto Peppermint Cheesecake Brownies | Dense, fudgy brownies topped with a creamy layer of peppermint cheesecake. This is the perfect marriage of chocolate and peppermint for a chocolate Christmas dessert (or anytime).

Keto No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Brownie Bites | These are so good and simple to make. When you’re craving something sweet that isn’t going to wreck your healthy eating habits, this no bake dessert needs to be on your radar!

low carb skillet brownie
low carb skillet brownie

5 Ingredient Keto Skillet Fudgy Brownie

With just 5 ingredients, these sugar-free fudgy keto brownies are as rich and decadent as they are easy. These brownies are also a Trim Healthy Mama S Fuel!
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: keto brownies, keto fudy brownies, skillet brownies
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 17 minutes
Servings: 10 Servings
Calories: 179kcal
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Ingredients

  • 1 Large Egg
  • ¼ cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
  • 1 cup Natural Peanut Butter - no added ingredients Adams natural - no stir
  • ¼ cup Gentle Sweet
  • Pinch of Salt
  • ⅔ cups of Water

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • In a medium bowl stir peanut butter and room-temperature egg with a rubber spatula.
  • Add dry ingredients, stirring until mixture is almost completely mixed (add water to help you get a smoother batter).
  • Stir until you have a creamy and thick batter.
  • Spray an 8” iron skillet with oil and add brownie batter.
  • Bake for 17 minutes or until it is no longer wet.
  • Remove from the oven and let it cool for 3 minutes.
  • Serve warm or cold depending on your preference.

Notes

Please note that the size of the skillet is 8".
Store in an airtight container in the fridge.
Serve with your favorite keto ice cream.
Egg and water should be room temperature for the best results.
You may use another nut butter or sunbutter if you are allergic to nuts.
You may replace Gentle Sweet with a sweetener of your choice, the quantity will likely change.

Nutrition

Serving: 10g | Calories: 179kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 14g | Fiber: 2g
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  1. Erika Lin

    October 19, 2020 at 6:57 am

    Could I use a pie plate if I don’t have a skillet?

    Reply
    • Sarah Hardy

      October 19, 2020 at 8:28 am

      Yes, I think that is a great idea!

      Reply
      • Julie

        August 27, 2021 at 6:21 am

        5 stars
        Hi Sarah, this looks delicious!! Do you think I could sub fat free peanut flour with water, (basically a fat free peanut butter), and add a little butter for some moisture? or maybe Greek yogurt? I need more E food, but love chocolate!

        Reply
        • Sarah Hardy

          August 31, 2021 at 7:37 pm

          Unfortunately, I don't think that would work in this particular recipe. You could try my Chocolate Peanut Butter cookies - they are a FP!

          Reply
  2. Marsha Kelley

    October 19, 2020 at 8:21 am

    Hi Sarah,
    Do you think almond butter would be okay instead of the peanut butter?

    Reply
    • Sarah Hardy

      October 19, 2020 at 8:28 am

      Yes, I believe that would work great!

      Reply
  3. BRYAN FRANCO

    October 19, 2020 at 8:42 am

    What oven temp?

    Reply
    • Sarah Hardy

      October 19, 2020 at 8:50 am

      Oops, thanks for catching that! Oven should be at 350.

      Reply
      • Anna Burgett

        October 19, 2020 at 9:07 am

        Never mind. I see the above comments now😁

        Reply
      • Donna

        October 20, 2020 at 5:38 am

        Is this recipe gluten free??

        Reply
        • Sarah Hardy

          October 20, 2020 at 7:46 am

          Yes, this recipe is gluten-free.

          Reply
  4. Anna Burgett

    October 19, 2020 at 9:05 am

    At what temperature should I baked this at?

    Reply
    • Sarah Hardy

      October 19, 2020 at 9:12 am

      The oven temperature should be 350. 🙂

      Reply
  5. Lynn Galbreath

    October 20, 2020 at 11:14 am

    5 stars
    Really good. I actually used slightly less sweetener because Hubby doesn't like sweet and they still are good.

    Reply
    • Sarah Hardy

      October 21, 2020 at 8:22 am

      I'm so glad you enjoyed the recipe!

      Reply
  6. Virginia

    February 11, 2021 at 4:00 pm

    Made this today using crunchy peanut butter. Added 1/4 cup shredded unsweetened coconut and 1/8 cup chia seeds. Therefore added additional 2 tablespoons of peanut butter And sprinkled a few sugar free chocolate chips on top. Next time will add 1 Tablespoon ground flax seeds. Very good!

    Reply
    • Sarah Hardy

      April 06, 2021 at 9:10 am

      Sounds great!

      Reply
  7. Rebecca Thomas

    December 08, 2021 at 6:16 am

    Does it have to be cooked in a skillet? Would a regular cake pan work?

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    • Sarah Hardy

      January 05, 2022 at 8:32 am

      It should!

      Reply
  8. Janell

    April 25, 2022 at 6:32 pm

    2 stars
    Dry and too peanuty-y. Any suggestions?

    Reply

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