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    Home » Keto Brownies & Bars » Keto Cranberry Pecan Magic Bars

    Published: Nov 4, 2021 by Carolyn

    Keto Cranberry Pecan Magic Bars

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    A classic treat with a holiday twist! These Keto Cranberry Pecan Magic Bars are chockfull of chocolate, pecans, dried cranberries and my famous sugar-free condensed milk. This post is sponsored by ChocZero.

    A stack of keto cranberry magic bars on a white cake stand.

    Keto Magic Cookie Bars are one of my most popular keto desserts, and with good reason. They’re the low carb, sugar-free version of a childhood classic that everyone loves. So gooey and sweet, just like the real thing but with a fraction of the carbs.

    And now I’ve given them a fun holiday twist! I added some sugar free dried cranberries and some pecans, along with white chocolate and dark chocolate chips.

    But this time, the crust is made entirely from pecans too. So many people loved the pecan flour crust from my Keto Blueberry Jamboree, I decided to reprise it here as well.

    So, so, so good! Gooey perfection.

    The ingredients for keto holiday magic bars in white bowls on a black background.

    Pecan flour crust

    I will be the first to admit that using pecan flour makes these Holiday Magic Bars look dark and perhaps a little odd.

    Trust me, friends, when you taste them, you really won’t care about appearances. It’s nutty perfection and goes so well with gooey condensed toppings.

    Now you may be wondering if you can make your own pecan flour in a food processor. It is possible but it won’t be quite as fine as the commercially ground varieties. Just be sure to stop processing when it resembles coarse crumbs. Too much grinding and it quickly becomes pecan butter!

    Pouring sugar free condensed milk over a pan of keto magic bars.

    Magic Bar Toppings

    Magic cookie bars can have any number of toppings but the standard variety usually includes:

    • Shredded coconut
    • Chopped walnuts
    • Chocolate chips
    • Butterscotch or peanut butter chips
    • Sweetened condensed milk

    For this holiday version, I kept the shredded coconut (unsweetened, of course), used pecans instead of walnuts, and added dried cranberries.

    And then I added plenty of ChocZero dark and white chocolate chips. The end result was so festive and sweet, I plan on making them again for my Christmas cookie platter.

    ChocZero offers all my readers 10% off with code FOODDREAMER!

    Close up shot of keto holiday magic bars on a white plate with fresh cranberries.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Do I have to use pecan flour in the crust?

    No, you don’t have to. You can easily use almond flour instead, in the same amount.

    Where do you get sugar-free dried cranberries?

    I make my own. It’s linked in the recipe and it’s really easy, I promise. There are a few brands selling completely unsweetened dried cranberries and those work too. But they aren’t widely available.

    I can’t get BochaSweet for the sugar-free condensed milk, can I use something else?

    Allulose is the next best option, and xylitol works too. You can use more Swerve or another erythritol sweetener but it will recrystallize as it cools.

    Is there a way to make this dairy-free?

    Absolutely! My sugar-free condensed milk works well with coconut cream (the thick white part at the top of a can of coconut milk). And you can use melted coconut oil in the crust.

    White chocolate chips do have dairy in them so just use all dark chocolate.

    Can Keto Cranberry Pecan Magic Bars be made in advance?

    Because of the gooey texture of the filling, you should make these bars no more than 2 days in advance. Store them in the fridge until ready to serve. They will be gooier at room temperature so you can let them stand out for 15 to 20 minutes.

    Two keto cranberry pecan magic bars on a small white plate in front of a red cup of coffee.

    More delicious keto cranberry recipes

    • The Best Sugar Free Cranberry Sauce
    • Easy Keto Cranberry Cobbler
    • Keto Cranberry Bliss Bars
    • Cranberry Orange Muffins in the Air Fryer
    • Cranberry Pecan Biscotti
    Photo of Carolyn Ketchum drinking coffee and laughing.

    Carolyn recommends:

    • I always use my favorite 9×9 USA Pan baking pan for these bars.
    • To avoid scratching the finish when cutting, I recommend a bench knife, so you can cut straight down.
    A stack of keto cranberry magic bars on a white cake stand.

    Keto Cranberry Pecan Magic Bars

    A classic treat with a holiday twist! These Keto Cranberry Pecan Magic Bars are chockfull of chocolate, pecans, dried cranberries and my famous sugar-free condensed milk.
    5 from 4 votes
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    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: keto cranberry pecan bars
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 40 minutes
    Total Time: 55 minutes
    Servings: 16 servings
    Calories: 260kcal

    Ingredients

    Crust

    • 1 ½ cups pecan flour
    • ¼ cup powdered Swerve Sweetener
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • ¼ cup butter, melted

    Filling

    • ⅓ cup unsweetened shredded coconut
    • ½ cup sugar-free dried cranberries
    • ½ cup chopped pecans
    • ⅓ cup dark chocolate chips, sugar-free
    • ¼ cup sugar-free white chocolate chips
    • 1 full recipe Low Carb Sweetened Condensed Milk
    US Customary – Metric

    Instructions

    Crust

    • Preheat the oven to 325F.
    • In a medium bowl, whisk together the pecan flour, sweetener, and salt. Stir in the melted butter until the mixture begins to clump together. Press firmly and evenly into the bottom of a 9×9 inch metal baking pan.
    • Bake 10 to 12 minutes, until lightly browned around the edges. Remove and let cool.

    Filling

    • Increase the oven temperature to 350F.
    • Sprinkle the cooled crust with the coconut, cranberries, pecans, and chocolate chips. Drizzle the sugar-free condensed milk over everything, making sure to get it into all the corners.
    • Bake 20 to 25 minutes, until bubbly and beginning to brown. Remove and let cool completely before cutting into bars.
    Nutrition Facts
    Keto Cranberry Pecan Magic Bars
    Amount Per Serving (1 bar)
    Calories 260 Calories from Fat 230
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 25.6g39%
    Carbohydrates 7g2%
    Fiber 4.1g16%
    Protein 2.4g5%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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    Nutritional Disclaimer

    Please note that I am not a medical or nutritional professional. I am simply recounting and sharing my own experiences on this blog. Nothing I express here should be taken as medical advice and you should consult with your doctor before starting any diet or exercise program. I provide nutritional information for my recipes simply as a courtesy to my readers. It is calculated using MacGourmet software and I remove erythritol from the final carb count and net carb count, as it does not affect my own blood glucose levels. I do my best to be as accurate as possible but you should independently calculate nutritional information on your own before relying on them. I expressly disclaim any and all liability of any kind with respect to any act or omission wholly or in part in reliance on anything contained in this website.

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    1. Michelle Pisoni says

      October 25, 2022 at 4:12 pm

      I debated about making these (because I often worry about messing up multiple recipes within one recipe i.e. the dried cranberry recipe & condensed milk) but let me tell you, this was so worth it! I had to quickly freeze them afterwards or I would have eaten the whole pan! Phenomenal. I’ve now printed off other cranberry, white chocolate recipes from your site to try….yummo! Carolyn, your recipes help me to remain low-carb and keto. Thanks for all that you do!

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        October 26, 2022 at 11:33 am

        So glad you enjoyed them!

        Reply
    2. dianna says

      October 16, 2022 at 8:21 pm

      is unsweetened condensed milk the same as evapourated milk

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        October 17, 2022 at 7:58 am

        No, not at all. If you click the link for the sugar-free condensed milk, you will see my recipe for it.

        Reply
    3. Lorine says

      October 12, 2022 at 5:38 pm

      What cook book are these recipes from?

      Reply
    4. Sue says

      December 08, 2021 at 8:24 am

      I made a double batch of these & froze them, worked perfectly. I do think I didn’t simmer down the sweetened condensed milk enough but it was my first time making it – now I know. Another great recipe, these are delicious, thank you.

      Reply
    5. Melissa says

      December 06, 2021 at 5:15 pm

      5 stars
      Great Keto dessert – I’ve made it twice now and it was a hit both times.

      Reply
    6. Jennifer says

      December 02, 2021 at 8:48 pm

      5 stars
      These bars are soo delicious and absolutely addicting! Can’t wait to make them again!

      Reply
    7. Lily says

      December 01, 2021 at 6:06 pm

      5 stars
      These were so ooey and gooey, perfect for every day! I have made these a few times and always enjoy them at work as snack!!

      Reply
    8. Debbie says

      November 15, 2021 at 1:19 pm

      Hi Carolyn, thank you for all you do, this recipe looks delicious I can not wait to try it.
      I have a question though, I do not have pecan flour but I do have hazelnut would that work? Also what do you think chopped roasted hazelnuts would be like added to the top?
      Thanks again

      Reply
    9. Ashley G says

      November 14, 2021 at 4:58 pm

      5 stars
      So good!! I made these last week and they’re so delicious. The sugar free sweetened condensed milk was so sugar sweet I wanted to just lick the pan lol. No way anybody would know this wasn’t dripping with sugar. The cranberries are the best! I love them! So easy to make and the perfect mix of tart and sweet for this recipe. You cannot go wrong with this recipe…go….make it now!

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        November 14, 2021 at 5:34 pm

        Thank you so much!

        Reply
    10. Angie says

      November 06, 2021 at 7:24 am

      Is there a way to scroll through too see all of your recent recipes? The home page just shows the last 4. Thank you! Love the new layout!

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        November 06, 2021 at 8:08 am

        There is! Hit the search button and when the screen comes up, don’t type anything into the box. Scroll down a bit and you will see “Latest”… that will give you my last 9 recipes or so…

        Reply
    11. Kim Thomas says

      November 05, 2021 at 11:29 am

      Carolyn You have done it again. Magic cookie bars are one of my favorite treats. These might be even better. I love the cranberry and mix of white and dark chips. Heavenly! Thank you for all you create.

      Reply
    12. Heidu says

      November 04, 2021 at 9:00 am

      First Love your site/recipes
      how do you think fresh cranberries would work

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        November 04, 2021 at 9:07 am

        They might be good too. They do release a lot of juice so I would worry about sogginess.

        Reply
    13. Tina says

      November 04, 2021 at 8:12 am

      Carolyn
      Any other places to purchase Choc Zero.?You did a great job. Sold Out. Thanks

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        November 04, 2021 at 9:07 am

        Amazon often carries it too!

        Reply

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