Some may wonder why people eat fat to lose weight while on a ketogenic diet. It’s because on an eating plan low in carbohydrates, fat is the preferred source of energy. Fat bombs are even more popular than low-carb candy. In fact, many of these high-fat recipes are made to look and taste like candy. However, they do tend to be less sweet.
What are keto fat bombs?
In-the-know keto and low-carb dieters can’t get enough of these DIY snack balls, which are typically made with a combo of high fat ingredients like butter, coconut oil, nuts or seeds, cocoa powder, and low- or no-calorie sweeteners. Fans love the dense, fudgy texture and the endlessly customizable flavor combos. Also irresistible? All that fat and little to no carbs means that for many, fat bombs are the kind of snack that can curb sugary cravings rather than trigger a nonstop nosh-fest. “There’s a lot of energy packed into a tiny piece of food,” says Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics spokesperson Julie Stefanski, RDN. Finally, a few things to keep in mind: Like with all snacks, paying attention to your portions is key. Fat bombs are calorie-dense, so if you’re trying to lose weight, having more than one as a between-meal bite could slow your progress, Stefanski says. There’s also the fact that fat bombs tend to be low in vitamins, minerals, and fiber. So if you’re on a keto diet and are eating them regularly, “make sure there’s lots of dark leafy greens somewhere else in your daily menu,” says Stefanski. And if you want to try making them at home, good news: There are tons of tasty fat bomb recipes out there to choose from—and you can turn out a big batch with just a few minutes of work. Check out the following 50+ delicious keto fat bomb recipes that will leave you feeling satisfied and powered-up. You can eat between one and three fat bombs per day—go for the full three if you’re enjoying a fat bomb breakfast, but eat less if you’re using them for a treat between meals. Find your craving—and feel free to enjoy that taste sensation!
Keto fat bomb recipes
- Nut Butter Fat Bombs
- Keto Cheesecake Fat Bombs
- Keto Peanut Butter Balls
- Chocolate Peanut Butter Fat Bombs
- White Chocolate Fat Bombs
- Coconut Fat Bombs
- Blackberry Coconut Fat Bombs 8. Blueberry Bliss Fat Bombs
- Gingerbread Fat Bombs
- Keto Apple Pie Fat Bombs
- Avocado and Egg Fat Bombs
- Matcha Coconut Fat Bombs
- Chocolate Covered Pumpkin Fat Bombs
- Bacon and Egg Fat Bombs
- 3 Ingredient Almond Joy Fat Bombs 16. Buttercream Keto Fat Bombs 17. Chocolate Walnut Keto Fat Bombs
- Bacon and Guacamole Fat Bombs
- Peppermint Fat Bombs
- Powdered Donut Hole Fat Bombs
- Fat Bomb Pumpkin Pie Patties
- Keto Fat Bombs With Cacao and Cashew
- Samoa Fudge Bombs
- Cheesy Jalapeno Fat Bombs
- Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Peanut Butter Fat Bombs
- Cheddar Ranch Savory Fat Bombs
- Savory Sesame Fat Bombs
- Ginger Fat Bombs
- Pecan Pie Fudge Fat Bombs
- Almond Pistachio Fat Bombs
- Peaches And Cream Fat Bombs
- Frozen Strawberry Fat Bombs
- Mocha Latte Fat Bombs
- Keto Everything Bagel Fat Bombs
- Dill Pickle Fat Bombs
- Black And White Keto Fat Bombs
- Keto Burger Fat Bombs 38. Macadamia Nut Fat Bombs
- Dark Chocolate Fat Bombs
- Maple Almond Fudge Fat Bombs
- Keto Peppermint-Coffee Fat Bombs
- Sea Salted Chocolate Fat Bombs
- Lemon Macadamia Fat Bombs
- Strawberry-Filled Coconut Fat Bombs
- Raspberry Almond Fat Bombs
- Mint Chocolate Strawberry Fat Bombs
- Chocolate Cherry Fat Bombs
- Grass-Fed Cinnamon Butter Fat Bombs
- Cashew Butter Fat Bombs
- Key Lime Pie Fat Bombs
- Savory Pizza Fat Bombs
- Mocha Fat Bombs 53. White Chocolate Raspberry Fat Bombs 54. Pecan Pie Fat Bombs Still want more? Check out these irresistible dark chocolate fat bombs.