Keto-Friendly Desserts
So you decided to try a keto diet. We get it. Who doesn’t want to stay fit? We know it’s challenging to deal with those sugar cravings, especially when you’re on a keto diet (because of its strict nature and fewer options). And cheating with desserts on your keto diet can ruin your summer body plans. Don’t worry, we got you.
We’ve put together some low-carb, keto-friendly dessert recipes that will help you satisfy your sweet tooth and your taste buds. These recipes are not limited to keto diets, so you can use them if you are a dessert lover and want to keep your carb and sugar levels low.
Before proceeding further, it is necessary to highlight the pros and cons of the keto diet.
Pros of a Keto Diet
- It helps boost your immune system, reduce fat stores, and ultimately lose weight.
- Improves acne (if you have it due to uncertain sugar levels and poor diet).
- According to a study, the keto diet can have good results in treating cancer cells or preventing cancer (it improves the self-killing function of the body’s cells).
- It strengthens your heart and overall health.
Cons of a Keto Diet
- Giving up whole grains, beans, fruits, and various vegetables is not easy. Also, it may lead to nutrient deficiencies, and in some cases, it can cause constipation.
- The keto diet can help you lose up to 4 kg per week, but you should expect some common short-term side effects. These side effects include fatigue, headaches, brain fog, and stomach upset, known as “keto flu.”
- The strict nature of the diet can lead to eating disorders.
Following a keto diet isn’t easy but if you’re up to the challenge, below are the recipes that will help you satisfy your sugar cravings.
3 Ingredients Cheesecake Keto Fat Bombs
Since we all know that a certain amount of cheese and peanut butter is allowed in your keto diet, here is a simple keto-friendly cheesecake recipe with three ingredients. All you need is:
- 4 ounces of cream cheese
- ¼ cup or 2 ounces of peanut butter
- Chocolate chips (optional)
- 2 tsp of natural sweetener of your choice
Mix these ingredients, form balls, and put them in the fridge for at least 2 hours. Voila! Your delicious cheesecake keto fat bombs are ready to eat.
Keto Cinnamon Sugar Donuts
Not a cheese lover? No problem. Here’s another simple dessert idea. Don’t let the name fool you; this is a low-carb dessert that won’t throw you off track. After you taste this, your taste buds will thank you. For this, you will need:
- ½ cup Almond flour
- ½ cup Almond milk
- Xanthan gum (to taste)
Mix the almond flour with the almond milk and add a small amount of xanthan gum. Please note that it is as sweet as sugar, so be careful with the amount. Now knead the dough and shape the donuts.
If you want better results, use an air fryer or bake the donuts with little oil.
Low-Carb Mug Brownie
This is the perfect recipe to satisfy your sweet tooth ASAP. To prepare these delicious mug brownies, follow the steps below.
- 1 cup Almond flour (blanched)
- Keto sugar substitute (erythritol, monk fruit, or sugar-free baking mix, like Splenda) as per taste.
- ¼ cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ tsp Baking powder
- 3 onz Almond/nut/seed butter
- ¼ cup Milk of choice (almond milk preferred)
- Chocolate chips (optional)
Place all dry ingredients in a cup and mix well. Now mix the almond butter separately with the milk until combined. Then mix the dry and wet ingredients until the batter is ready. Place the mug cake in the microwave for 60-90 seconds. Your brownie will be ready within a minute. Bon appetit!
Keto Fudge
Here’s a twist on chocolate fudge, and who can go wrong with that? Now you can enjoy chocolate fudge on your keto diet without feeling guilty. You will need:
- 1 cup coconut oil (solid, do not melt for better results).
- 1/4 cup Besti erythritol powder (or to taste).
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/8 teaspoon sea salt
- Coarse sea salt flakes (optional – for sprinkling).
Line a glass container with parchment paper. Mix the coconut oil and sweetener until they are fluffy and well blended (run the mixer on low). Now beat the cacao powder, vanilla, sea salt, and sweetener (to taste) into the oil and sweetener mixture. Pour the mixture into the lined container. Smooth the top and let it set in the refrigerator. Delicious! Then carefully slice, and the cold and fresh Keto Fudge is ready to eat!
It Comes Down to Portions
Whether you’re on a keto diet or any other diet, it’s mindful to know that there may be times when you get a sugar craving. That’s ok. Hopefully, these recipes come in handy. Nevertheless, when dieting, it all comes down to managing your portions. What good is it to prepare a keto-friendly dessert and then wolf it down in one sitting? So, always be mindful of how much you put on your plate. In the meantime, we hope that you enjoy these keto-friendly desserts.
