Grain-based desserts are the number one source of calories across all ages in the United States. One of the most popular grain-based desserts is cookies. In fact, the best selling cookie in the world, the Oreo, is one of the most widely consumed foods in America. This is not surprising when you consider the fact that cookies typically contain so much sugar and fat that it is almost impossible to pass them up. The only problem is that they are not even close to being healthy. Most cookies ...
50+ Healthy Keto Snacks to Help with Ketosis
One of the most satiating diets is the keto diet. Keto-friendly foods are typically so filling that keto dieters end up eating fewer calories — and, in many cases, fewer meals — throughout the day. This allows them to lose weight sustainably. However, just because you are following keto doesn’t mean that you are immune to hunger and afternoon energy crashes. If you’re not prepared, and the convenience of processed, carb-dense snacks beckons you, you may very well find yourself with a mouthful ...
- June 18, 2018
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25 Keto Recipes for Easter
Easter is right around the corner, and we've rounded up our best keto recipes that are perfect for this spring holiday! This selection of recipes includes breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, dessert, and even appetizer options. I tried to select options that are reminiscent of traditional Easter table dishes. You'll recognize the green beans, deviled eggs, and faux potato salad. This is perfect if you're looking to build a completely keto Easter menu, or just want to find something good to ...
- March 31, 2018
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Keto Gelatin Rum Shots
These little cups of fun may look sweet an unassuming, but they pack quite a punch! These are fun to make for parties, but unlike other gelled shots you may run into at the celebration - they are made with erythritol instead of sugar. The ones pictured are 2 ounce shots because of the size cups I used. You can also find 1 ounce cups and extend the recipe to 20 servings. Not a fan of rum? Feel free to substitute other low carb alcohol types. Check out our article on keto friendly ...
- April 27, 2017
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25 Keto Recipes for Saint Patrick’s Day
It seems like everyone celebrates Saint Patrick's Day, whether they are Irish or not. With all the drinking, dinners, and green tinted sweets floating around it can seem nearly impossible to stick to your plan. Don't worry, you won't need any luck to keep the holiday keto friendly. We've rounded up 25 great low-carb recipe ideas for Saint Patrick's Day. Some of them are more traditional like a roast, Irish soda bread, or colcannon. Others were picked we thought their vibrant green hues ...
- March 16, 2017
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Keto Mocha Mousse
This Keto Mocha Mousse is a velvety cloud of rich chocolate and coffee. Each bite melts in your mouth and is guaranteed to satisfy all your chocolate cravings. While this elegant dessert tastes gourmet, it couldn't be any easier to prepare at home! Unlike many mousse recipes, this recipe is simple and doesn't require any cooking. This recipe can easily be prepared in less than 20 minutes. It’s important to keep in mind that this mousse is best served after it has had several hours to set ...
- February 28, 2017
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Mocha Cheesecake Bars
With the holiday season in full swing, I find myself making a lot of sugar-free goodies. When I was baking in the kitchen recently, I decided to try making a sugar-free cheesecake brownie bar. I haven’t made cheesecake bars in a while, and I wanted to create something different. Something like mocha cheesecake bars! It started off simple with an easy brownie layer as the base. As I was working on the recipe, I decided I wanted to add some coffee to the batter to create a rich mocha ...
- February 16, 2017
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25 Keto Dessert Recipes for Valentines Day
Valentine's day is coming up and you know what we need? A new recipe round-up post! I've scoured the internet for all of the best chocolate, cakes, and heart colored sweet treats. So while you work out who to send your V-day cards to, know that you don't have to worry about what to serve for dessert. We've found 25 options, so there's something out there that every aspiring cupid is bound to love. 1. Keto Cream Cheese Truffles The recipe is very easy and can be whipped together ...
- January 24, 2017
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Slow-Cooker Mocha Pudding Cake
This Slow-Cooker Mocha Pudding Cake is a cross between a rich chocolate soufflé and a gooey pudding. This keto cake has a moist and velvety texture and a dark chocolate flavor. Tones of coffee flavor enhance the deep chocolate notes and give this dessert a delicious mocha finish. Even though this dessert is made from scratch, it’s quick to get in the slow-cooker. Don’t like the taste of coffee? Don’t worry, this recipe is easy to adjust to your personal tastes. Scoop this cake straight out of ...
- January 19, 2017
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Traveling on Keto
Maintaining the keto way of eating while traveling: I can’t count the number of times that I've been e-mailed, messaged, or asked about this topic. It’s a common factor that when people travel, they’re just not sure if they can keep up with a high-fat ketogenic lifestyle. A few months ago, my girlfriend and I went on a small vacation through Portland and Seattle. I wanted to document all of the food I was eating to share the experience and to provide some tips and tricks with all of the ...
- March 9, 2015
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