Keto Cookie Crisp Cereal

Low Carb Cookie Cereal Recipe

Today’s recipe is a surprise: It’s cookies and cereal. Or cereal cookies. The two best things in the world together. And it isn’t just any cookies and cereal – it’s a cookie crisp cereal that’s sugar free!

These little cookies swim in creamy milk. Use any low-carb milk instead of regular – I like heavy cream or a nut milk like almond milk, coconut milk or macadamia nut milk. Ready in minutes, this cereal is one of my favorites.

This homemade cereal has great flavor and keeps you full. It’s a sweet treat on a Monday morning that gives you a kick of energy to start the day. I also like a bowl as an after dinner dessert.

Is Cereal Keto?

Most traditional boxed cereals from the supermarket are not keto friendly. They are loaded with carbs and sugar.

If you are looking for a cereal option, you can go for Magic Spoon, HighKey, Cereal School, Catalina Crunch. However, most of these options can be a little expensive and aren’t found in most grocery stores. That’s why I love making this homemade cereal instead!

If you love cookie cereal, also try the snickerdoodle flavor. Grain-free granola is another option for an easy cereal swap.

What is Cookie Cereal?

So what is this TikTok-trending cookie cereal? The viral recipe features mini-sized cookies (or sometimes pancakes). Throw them in a bowl with milk and eat it like cereal.

This recipe uses wholesome ingredients instead of refined sugar. All you need to do is choose your favorite milk or cream!

How to Eat Cookie Cereal?

You eat it just like any cereal – pour cold nut milk or heavy cream over the top and enjoy! Any nut milk works: macadamia, almond, pili nut or coconut milk. Just keep in mind that regular cow milk is pretty high in sugar.

The crispy exterior softens and absorbs some of the milk. They’re crumbly on the outside but soft inside – they just melt in your mouth. It’ll take you back to the carefree days of eating sugar loaded Cookie Crisp as a kid!
You can also experiment with the flavors. The options are endless!

Craving chocolate cookies? Throw in a dash of cocoa powder!

Want a cinnamon kick? Add a few pinches of cinnamon! Or make them snickerdoodles.

Want extra sweetness? Drizzle some sugar-free maple syrup over the cookies!

Going fruity? Throw in some raspberries or strawberries.

Other Cereal Swaps

Want more cereal ideas? Grain-free granola is another great option. It’s made with nuts and eggs, so it’s filling and full of flavor!

Tips for the Best Cookie Crisp Cereal

The most important tip is nailing the bake time. Overbaking makes them hard. Once you’ve rolled the dough, bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about seven minutes. Check them after five minutes – they should be slightly soft. If you want crispier cookies, let them sit on the tray for a few minutes after. The other big mistake is picking them up before they’ve cooled completely. Let them cool or they will crumble.

A quick tip for the perfect crisp: slightly flatten each dough ball before baking. They’ll be crispier but need an extra two minutes in the oven. You can also leave them round and see which version you like better.

Play around with the cookie shapes and mix-ins – chocolate chips, coconut flakes, nuts. Get creative. Just don’t skip the basic ingredients in the recipe.

Add the milk just before you eat. Otherwise, the cookies get too soft and soggy.

And the best tip: bake an extra batch and save them for dessert after dinner. Add a scoop of low-carb ice cream and you’re set!

Put some extra cookies in a jar for snacking during the day. So good.

Storage

Store the cookies in an airtight container once they’re completely cool. Otherwise you’ll get moisture in the container. A plastic bag works too. Keep them at room temperature and hide them well or the kids will eat them all!