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About Taffiny Elrod

Taffy Elrod is a chef, cooking instructor, and recipe developer with a passion for making good food accessible to everyone. Born into a family of artists and cooks, she learned early on that food was a powerful medium for creation and change. She has been creating Keto Chow recipes since 2018 and also shares her favorite tips and tricks with Keto Chow blog readers to make their keto cooking and baking more successful and enjoyable. She lives in New York’s Hudson Valley with her husband Pizza Man, and their rescue cat Kit-Kat.

Keto Chow Chocolate Mint Meltaways

Keto Chow Chocolate Mint Meltaways

Creamy mints made with Chocolate Mint Keto Chow, cream cheese, and butter. For extra fun, coat with chocolate! They really do melt in your mouth and they’re sure to please even the pickiest carb eater in your midst.
Prep Time10 minutes
Total Time4 hours 10 minutes
Course: Desserts
Keyword: Chef Taffiny Elrod, Chocolate Mint, Keto Chow
Keto Chow Flavor: Chocolate Mint
Recipe Creator: Chef Taffiny Elrod
Servings: 25 pieces
Calories: 110.5kcal
Author: Taffiny Elrod

Ingredients

Mint Meltaways

Chocolate coating

  • 2 tablespoons refined coconut oil
  • 6 ounces sugar-free dark chocolate, chopped into small pieces

Instructions

Mint Meltaways

  • In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese with an electric mixer on low speed until it is softened and has spread out in the bowl.
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  • Add the Keto Chow and heavy cream and beat on medium speed until they are fully mixed in.
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  • Add the butter and the sweetener; add the peppermint extract and food coloring now if using.
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  • Beat the mixture for about 30-45 seconds on low speed, then raise the speed to medium-high and whip until the mixture looks light and fluffy.
  • Scoop out teaspoon sized balls onto a tray lined with waxed paper or parchment paper.
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  • Or prepare an 8” X 6” or similar sized rectangular cake pan by greasing and lining with parchment paper cut to fit the bottom of the pan. Spread the mint mixture into the pan in an even layer.
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  • Chill in the coldest part of your refrigerator for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight. When it has set, turn it out of the pan, remove the parchment paper and cut it into small squares.
  • If it becomes too soft to work with, place it in the freezer for a few minutes.
  • To serve, dust the pieces with confectioner’s sweetener or drizzle them with chocolate coating and chill until the chocolate is set.
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Chocolate coating

  • Melt the coconut oil and the chocolate together.
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  • You can melt them in a microwave safe bowl in the microwave or in the top of a double boiler set over gently simmering water.
  • Stir the mixture to make sure it is mixed completely together.
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  • Drizzle the chocolate over the prepared mints.
  • You can also use the chocolate coating to make molded mints by following the manufacturer’s directions for filled chocolates from your favorite candy mold.
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Nutrition Facts
Keto Chow Chocolate Mint Meltaways
Serving Size
 
1 mint
Amount per Serving
Calories
110.5
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
10.4
g
16
%
Saturated Fat
 
6.53
g
41
%
Trans Fat
 
0.27
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
0.37
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
2.73
g
Cholesterol
 
20.74
mg
7
%
Sodium
 
63.82
mg
3
%
Potassium
 
103.84
mg
3
%
Carbohydrates
 
6.3
g
2
%
Fiber
 
0.96
g
4
%
Sugar
 
0.43
g
0
%
Sugar Alcohol
 
4.38
g
Net Carbs
 
0.96
g
Protein
 
2.02
g
4
%
Vitamin A
 
240.87
IU
5
%
Vitamin C
 
5.47
mg
7
%
Calcium
 
42.09
mg
4
%
Iron
 
0.36
mg
2
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Nutrition

Serving: 1mint | Calories: 110.5kcal | Carbohydrates: 6.3g | Protein: 2.02g | Fat: 10.4g | Saturated Fat: 6.53g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.37g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2.73g | Trans Fat: 0.27g | Cholesterol: 20.74mg | Sodium: 63.82mg | Potassium: 103.84mg | Fiber: 0.96g | Sugar: 0.43g | Vitamin A: 240.87IU | Vitamin C: 5.47mg | Calcium: 42.09mg | Iron: 0.36mg | Sugar Alcohol: 4.38g | Net Carbs: 0.96g

By |2021-02-15T16:06:27-07:00November 15th, 2018|Categories: Keto Chow Recipes, Recipes|Tags: , , , , |2 Comments

Pumpkin Spice Caramel Chai Latte

Pumpkin Spice Caramel Chai Latte

Pumpkin spice meets masala chai in this creamy latte that’s like a hug in a mug.
Prep Time3 minutes
Total Time3 minutes
Course: Drinks
Keyword: Chef Taffiny Elrod, Keto Chow, Pumpkin Spice Caramel
Keto Chow Flavor: Pumpkin Spice Caramel
Recipe Creator: Chef Taffiny Elrod
Servings: 1 Serving
Calories: 608.9kcal

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Author: Taffiny Elrod

Ingredients

  • 1 serving Pumpkin Spice Caramel Keto Chow (or 1 scoop)
  • 4 ounces cold water
  • 5 ounces heavy cream you may adjust the amount according to your macros
  • 10-12 ounces hot, freshly brewed masala chai tea

Instructions

  • Mix the Keto Chow, water, and heavy cream together and refrigerate overnight.
  • When the Keto Chow has been refrigerated overnight, brew the chai tea.
  • Carefully blend the hot tea into the prepared Keto Chow with a stick blender or frother.
  • Sprinkle with a little ground cinnamon or nutmeg and enjoy.
Nutrition Facts
Pumpkin Spice Caramel Chai Latte
Serving Size
 
188.6 g
Amount per Serving
Calories
608.9
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
51.78
g
80
%
Saturated Fat
 
32.97
g
206
%
Trans Fat
 
1.75
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
2.23
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
12.9
g
Cholesterol
 
172.17
mg
57
%
Sodium
 
898.27
mg
39
%
Potassium
 
1678.66
mg
48
%
Carbohydrates
 
11.65
g
4
%
Fiber
 
7.07
g
29
%
Sugar
 
4.67
g
5
%
Net Carbs
 
4.58
g
Protein
 
29.9
g
60
%
Vitamin A
 
2314.69
IU
46
%
Vitamin C
 
138.11
mg
167
%
Calcium
 
836.88
mg
84
%
Iron
 
2.49
mg
14
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Nutrition

Serving: 188.6g | Calories: 608.9kcal | Carbohydrates: 11.65g | Protein: 29.9g | Fat: 51.78g | Saturated Fat: 32.97g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2.23g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12.9g | Trans Fat: 1.75g | Cholesterol: 172.17mg | Sodium: 898.27mg | Potassium: 1678.66mg | Fiber: 7.07g | Sugar: 4.67g | Vitamin A: 2314.69IU | Vitamin C: 138.11mg | Calcium: 836.88mg | Iron: 2.49mg | Net Carbs: 4.58g

Photos by Carrie Brown

By |2021-02-15T17:48:32-07:00November 9th, 2018|Categories: Keto Chow, Recipes, Keto Chow Recipes|Tags: , , , |0 Comments

Pumpkin Spice Caramel Keto Chow Cheesecakes

Pumpkin Spice Caramel Keto Chow Cheesecakes
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Pumpkin Spice Caramel Cheesecakes

Pumpkin Spice Caramel Keto Chow goodness in a quick, simple cheesecake that you can eat for breakfast.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Desserts
Keyword: Chef Taffiny Elrod, Keto Chow, Pumpkin Spice Caramel
Keto Chow Flavor: Pumpkin Spice Caramel
Recipe Creator: Chef Taffiny Elrod
Servings: 3 mini-pies
Calories: 314.4kcal

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Author: Taffiny Elrod

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees.
  • Prepare three 4-inch pie pans by buttering them well.
  • Soften the cream cheese by placing it in a bowl and beating with an electric mixer.
  • Then add the rest of the ingredients and blend until fully combined and completely smooth.
  • Pour the mixture into the prepared pie pans and place the pans on a cookie sheet.
  • Bake at 325 degrees for 15-20 minutes, or until the tops are set but the pies are still slightly soft in the center.

Notes

Note: If you don’t have small pie pans you can use one 9-inch pie pan. Bake the pie for 25-30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts
Pumpkin Spice Caramel Cheesecakes
Serving Size
 
147 g
Amount per Serving
Calories
314.4
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
24.25
g
37
%
Saturated Fat
 
12.75
g
80
%
Trans Fat
 
0.78
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
1.34
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
6.5
g
Cholesterol
 
189.13
mg
63
%
Sodium
 
459.77
mg
20
%
Potassium
 
700.54
mg
20
%
Carbohydrates
 
9.01
g
3
%
Fiber
 
3.18
g
13
%
Sugar
 
4.14
g
5
%
Sugar Alcohol
 
0.05
g
Net Carbs
 
5.78
g
Protein
 
16.32
g
33
%
Vitamin A
 
4020.42
IU
80
%
Vitamin C
 
46.97
mg
57
%
Calcium
 
349.64
mg
35
%
Iron
 
1.57
mg
9
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Nutrition

Serving: 147g | Calories: 314.4kcal | Carbohydrates: 9.01g | Protein: 16.32g | Fat: 24.25g | Saturated Fat: 12.75g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1.34g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6.5g | Trans Fat: 0.78g | Cholesterol: 189.13mg | Sodium: 459.77mg | Potassium: 700.54mg | Fiber: 3.18g | Sugar: 4.14g | Vitamin A: 4020.42IU | Vitamin C: 46.97mg | Calcium: 349.64mg | Iron: 1.57mg | Sugar Alcohol: 0.05g | Net Carbs: 5.78g

Photos by Carrie Brown

By |2021-02-15T17:49:45-07:00November 6th, 2018|Categories: Recipes, Keto Chow Recipes|Tags: , , , |5 Comments