Stay in ketosis even while having treats. These keto desserts are yummy, delicious, and won’t ruin your low carb diet.
If you’re craving dessert and are on a ketogenic diet, you’ll know that your typical dessert can just tank your diet.
And you know how hard it can be to get into ketosis (read more on how to get into ketosis faster here). That is where having keto dessert ideas comes in handy!
1. Keto Cookie Dough Recipe
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With this cookie dough recipe, you can eat your cookie dough without any guilt. To sweeten the dough, we’re using erythritol. It’s the healthiest sweetener that exists out there.
You can easily get a pack of if it here. Well worth the purchase! We’re also adding some good quality liquid stevia like this for added sweetness.
Per Serving:
- Calories: 57
- Fats: 5g
- Net Carbs: 2g
- Protein: 0g
2. Chocolate Mousse
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This chocolate mousse is not only decadent but good for you. How are we keeping the net carbs down? Well, for one, we’re using good quality dark chocolate like Lindt (85%).
And as an added bonus, dark chocolate is packed with antioxidants. In fact, it has more antioxidants than blueberries and acai berries!
Per Serving:
- Calories: 237
- Fats: 24g
- Net Carbs: 5.1g
- Protein: 3.7g
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3. No-Bake Paleo Vegan Chocolate Hazelnut Cookies
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What’s better than a home-baked cookie? Cookies that taste like Ferrero Rocher chocolate! That’s where having a recipe like this helps.
To make it, simply blend together some roasted hazelnuts, cocoa powder, and some good quality monk fruit sweetener like this.
Per Serving:
- Calories: 103
- Fats: 7.5g
- Net Carbs: 1.8g
- Protein: 4.5g
4. Healthy Peanut Butter Balls
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We’re talking yummy peanut butter balls dipped in rich melted chocolate. And it’s super easy to make and you’ll need only 4 ingredients.
If you’re looking for unsweetened chocolate chips, these are good to use. Make sure the peanut butter you use is unsweetened like this brand here.
You’ll probably enjoy these sweet keto fat bomb ideas too.
Per Serving:
- Calories: 194
- Fats: 17g
- Net Carbs: 4g
- Protein: 7g
5. Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies
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These chewy chocolate chip cookies contain only 1.5 grams of net carbs per cookie. And they’re not only delicious, but they’re also soft and buttery.
To make them low carb, we’re using low carb flour such as almond flour and coconut flour like this. I always purchase this almond flour in bulk. check out my very own low carb doughnut cookies recipe.
Per Serving:
- Calories: 133
- Fats: 11g
- Net Carbs: 1.5g
- Protein: 4g
6. Cookie Dough Keto Fat Bombs
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These cookie dough keto fat bombs are pretty low in net carbs, with only 1 gram of net carbs per ball. They’re also pretty high in fat, making them perfect for those days you need to up your fat intake.
You’ll need some erythritol to add sweetness, so make sure you stock up on this erythritol. If you have a sweet tooth, you might want to get a 2.5-pound bag because you’ll save $$ in the long run.
Per Serving:
- Calories: 90
- Fats: 8g
- Net Carbs: 1g
- Protein: 2.4g
7. Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie
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This pie is dreamy, creamy, and sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. And it’s surprisingly, fairly low in net carbs, and packed with tons of fat- making it the perfect fat bomb.
Instead of high sugar chocolate, we’re using this unsweetened cocoa powder to give that chocolatey taste. Feel free to enjoy the dessert after a filling keto lunch or dinner.
Per Serving:
- Calories: 644
- Fats: 61g
- Net Carbs: 9g
- Protein: 15g
8. Low Carb Crème Brulee
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Yet, your typical brulee is packed with carbs. One 500 calories serving of crème Brulee can pack a whopping 34 grams of net carbs!
Not only is this crème brulee fantastic, but it also uses only 5 ingredients; heavy cream, egg yolk, a bit of brandy, erythritol, and vanilla bean powder like this. It’s pesticide-free!
Per Serving:
- Calories: 502
- Fats: 51g
- Net Carbs: 4g
- Protein: 6g
9. Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake
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Chocolate, and peanut butter and cake. Could it get any better?
The peanut butter, butter, and heavy whipping cream make this cake creamy and dreamy. Meanwhile, the liquid stevia and erythritol provide sweetness.
And don’t forget about the chocolate! You’ll need some unsweetened cocoa powder and unsweetened baker’s chocolate to make this heavenly treat.
Per Serving:
- Calories: 366
- Fats: 32g
- Net Carbs: 3.5g
- Protein: 10g
10. Sex in the Pan Dessert
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If you don’t know what it is, this dessert is traditionally a 6 layer dessert. The layers are pecan crust, cream cheese, chocolate pudding, vanilla pudding, whipped cream, and finally chocolate.
This dish is decadent, crunchy, creamy, and chocolatey and looks as amazing as it tastes. Not only that, it is low in calories and net carbs, making it perfect for your waistline- and your sex life.
Per Serving:
- Calories: 149
- Fats: 5g
- Net Carbs: 4g
- Protein: 10g
11. Mini Cinnamon Roll Cheesecakes
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Are you craving cheesecake that tastes like cinnamon rolls? Then, you’ve got to try these out.
We’re using cream cheese, heavy cream, and sour cream to add creaminess, and vanilla extracts, and swerve sweetener which you can get here to sweeten things up.
This is truly a perfect keto comfort food recipe!
Per Serving:
- Calories: 237
- Fats: 20.6g
- Net Carbs: 3g
- Protein: 4.6g
12. Keto No-Bake Cookies
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As much as I like eating cookies, I hate baking them. Not only are these no-bake cookies, but they’re also healthier for you.
You’ll need peanut butter, vanilla extract, melted butter, cocoa powder, and unsweetened coconut flakes like these. If you’re loving coconut flakes, here are my own keto shredded coconut cookies.
Per Serving:
- Calories: 153
- Fats: 13g
- Net Carbs: 4g
- Protein: 4g
13. Velvet Cupcakes
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These velvet cupcakes only have 2.2 grams of net carbs, and a whopping 23.7 grams of fat, perfect for keeping you in ketosis. They’re also as beautiful to look at, as they are to eat.
So, to give these cupcakes the color of love, we’re using high-quality red food coloring. You can get it here. Check another keto cupcake here!
Per Serving:
- Calories: 263
- Fats: 23.7g
- Net Carbs: 2.2g
- Protein: 7.3g
14. Peanut Butter Fluff Fat Bomb
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If you’re a fan of chocolate and peanut butter, like me, you’ll love this dessert.
It’s a light dessert that contains only 2 grams of net carbs, and a whopping 16 grams of fat. Finally, to crown it all, we’re topping it with Lily’s stevia-sweetened chocolate chips.
Per Serving:
- Calories: 169
- Fats: 16g
- Net Carbs: 2g
- Protein: 3g
15. Keto Krispy Kreme
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Yummy, crispy, sugary rings of goodness. You guessed it… Krispy Kreme donuts! Yet, one of them could easily net you 34 grams of net carbs.
The Krispy Kreme donut has a fraction of the carbs, and a ton of fat, which will help keep you full. Get good quality unrefined coconut flour here. For almond flour, I’d always stock up on Nature’s Eats here.
Use Lakanto monk fruit sweetener for the best results.
Per Serving:
- Calories: 185
- Fats: 15g
- Net Carbs: 3g
- Protein: 6g
16. Traditional Tiramisu
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This version contains only 5 grams of net carbs and is light, spongy, and delicious- all the things you expect of a tiramisu.
To make this low carb, we’re using a low carb sponge cake. We’re using almond flour like this. And in place of sugar, we’re using powdered erythritol and stevia extract powder as our sweetener.
Check more almond flour recipes here.
Per Serving:
- Calories: 428
- Fats: 42g
- Net Carbs: 5g
- Protein: 14g
17. Caramel Pecan Turtle Cheesecake
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Not only is this cheesecake low in net carbs, but it is also bursting with fat. This makes it perfect for those days when you want a sweet treat and need to boost your fat intake.
As you’ve already sensed one of the best keto diet hacks is just to make our favorite dishes and desserts keto-friendly.
Per Serving:
- Calories: 353
- Fats: 33.3g
- Net Carbs: 6.4g
- Protein: 8.5g
18. Low Carb Molten Mug Cake
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This cake is mug cake does not disappoint. It’s chocolatey, moist, fluffy, and creamy. And is so easy to make. Finally, combine both mixtures together, place them in ramekins and bake for 12 minutes.
And since these cakes are so low in carbs, you can even splurge on some low carb ice cream as well. Check out more keto mug cakes here.
Per Serving:
- Calories: 192
- Fats: 15g
- Net Carbs: 4g
- Protein: 9g
19. Cinnamon Rolls
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These cinnamon rolls, however, are not only low in net carbs, but they’re also low in calories. Plus, they contain a decent amount of protein and fats, making for a tasty, yet satisfying treat.
To make the frosting, all you need to do is combine some heavy cream, powdered sweetener, and good quality cream cheese. Philadelphia cream cheese is my favorite for these matters.
Per Serving:
- Calories: 85
- Fats: 6.8g
- Net Carbs: 1.1g
- Protein: 4.9g
20. Classic Chocolate Cake Donuts
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What’s better than chocolate cake and donuts? Chocolate Cake Donut cakes! These donut cakes are the perfect after-dinner dessert. They’re moist, chocolatey, and just plain delish!
Best of all, they’re quite low in calories and low in net carbs. To make these dainty treats, you’ll need a donut pan, so make sure you pick up this super handy donut pan.
Per Serving:
- Calories: 123
- Fats: 9.2g
- Net Carbs: 2g
- Protein: 4.4g
21. Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars
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These pumpkin cheesecake bars have a slight pumpkin taste and are not too sweet. That is exactly what you crave for once you’re no longer used to eating foods high in sugar.
Don’t be afraid to meal prep it and bring it to work for your colleagues.
Per Serving:
- Calories: 149
- Fats: 5g
- Net Carbs: 4g
- Protein: 10g
22. Lemon Lush Dessert
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If you’re a fan of lemon pie, then this is the dessert for you. This lemon dessert not only looks great but tastes amazing as well.
It’s a 4 layer dessert with a crunchy crust at the bottom, followed by a creamy layer, then a lemony layer, and finally another creamy layer.
Per Serving:
- Calories: 324
- Fats: 31g
- Net Carbs: 3g
- Protein: 7g
23. Snickers Brownies
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Snickers and brownies don’t typically fit into a ketogenic diet. For instance, a 2 oz bar of Snickers contains a whopping 34 grams of net carbs– more than your typical net carbs for the day!
These Snickers Brownies, however, contain less than 4 grams of net carbs, and a whopping 22 grams of fat. So, you don’t need a lot of these to be satiated- in fact, just one should be enough.
Per Serving:
- Calories: 248
- Fats: 22g
- Net Carbs: 3.4g
- Protein: 6g
24. Pecan Bars
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Are you craving pecan pie? Then you’ve got to try these pecan bars. They’re crisp, sweet, and crunchy, and best of all requires only 5 ingredients. Now, that’s my kind of dessert.
To make them, all you’ll need are almond flour, salted butter, swerve sweetener, pecan pieces, and some good quality vanilla extract.
Per Serving:
- Calories: 170
- Fats: 18g
- Net Carbs: 0.5g
- Protein: 3g
25. Blueberry Cheesecake Ice Cream
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Now, your standard ice cream can pack as much as 23 grams of net carbs per serving. This ice cream, however, has only 4 grams of net carbs per serving.
The ice cream is creamy, sweet, tart, and just plain yummy.
Now, to make this delicious ice cream, you can simply use a budget-friendly hand mixer like this, but you could also invest in this budget-friendly ice cream maker as well.
Per Serving:
- Calories: 225
- Fats: 22g
- Net Carbs: 4g
- Protein: 3g
Fitoru Keto
Thursday 19th of December 2019
It's my second week on doing keto and these keto desserts are amazing! I'll definitely try these someday. Thanks for sharing!