Australian Midnight Meringue Custard Bars (Keto)
A low-carb twist on the classic Australian dessert, featuring a crunchy meringue crust and a rich custard filling. Perfect for keto dieters looking for a decadent treat.
Ingredients
- β1 1/2 cups Meringue CrustSifted almond flour and sweetener
- β1/2 cup Granulated SweetenerMonk fruit sweetener or equivalent
- β1/2 cup Unsalted ButterMelted
- β3 large Custard FillingEgg yolks
- β1 cup Heavy CreamWhipped
- β2 tablespoons Granulated SweetenerMonk fruit sweetener or equivalent
- β1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 350Β°F (180Β°C).
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together almond flour, granulated sweetener, and unsalted butter until well combined.
- 3
Press mixture into the bottom of a parchment-lined baking dish.
- 4
Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until lightly golden.
- 5
In a separate bowl, whisk together egg yolks and heavy cream until smooth.
- 6
Stir in granulated sweetener and vanilla extract.
- 7
Pour custard mixture over baked meringue crust.
- 8
Return to oven and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until set.
- 9
Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
- 10
Cut into bars and serve.