Here’s a Keto Baklava Bars recipe that actually hits—crispy, nutty, sweet, and low-carb without tasting like regret.
🥜 Keto Baklava Bars (Low-Carb & Gluten-Free)
Ingredients
Nut Layers
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1½ cups almond flour
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1 cup finely chopped walnuts
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½ cup chopped pecans or pistachios
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1 tsp cinnamon
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¼ tsp nutmeg (optional)
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Pinch of salt
Butter Layer
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½ cup unsalted butter, melted
Keto “Honey” Syrup
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½ cup allulose or powdered monk fruit sweetener
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¼ cup water
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1 tbsp lemon juice
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½ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
1️⃣ Prep
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
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Line an 8×8 pan with parchment paper
2️⃣ Nut Base
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Mix almond flour, nuts, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt
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Press half the mixture firmly into the pan
3️⃣ Butter Time
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Drizzle ⅓ of the melted butter over the base
4️⃣ Second Layer
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Add remaining nut mixture
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Pour remaining butter evenly on top
5️⃣ Bake
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Bake for 30–35 minutes until golden and fragrant
6️⃣ Syrup Magic
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Simmer sweetener, water, and lemon juice for 8–10 minutes until slightly thick
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Remove from heat, stir in vanilla
7️⃣ Soak
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Pour warm syrup over hot baklava
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Let it absorb and cool completely (this part matters)
8️⃣ Slice & Serve
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Cut into bars or diamonds
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Optional: sprinkle crushed pistachios on top
Macros (approx per bar, 12 bars)
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Net carbs: ~2–3g
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Fat: high (as it should be)
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Sugar: basically a lie (aka zero)
🔥 Pro Tips
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Allulose gives the most realistic “honey” texture
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Let it sit overnight for maximum baklava vibes
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Store in the fridge for extra firmness and flavor
If you want:
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No-bake version
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Dairy-free swap
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Extra crispy top hack
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Air fryer version (yes, it works)