The ketogenic diet is pretty much the only diet that *somewhat* encourages you to listen to your sweet tooth. Within reason, of course.

Perhaps the best part about keto desserts and fat bombs is the fact that they allow your body to stay in ketosis.

This in turn means you’re still able to lose weight even when eating these insanely delicious treats.

 

What Makes Keto Desserts Special?

Desserts are our go-to when we have a sweet tooth (or just need to eat our weight in ice cream and cake).

But on keto, sugar, and therefore carbs, are on serious lockdown. This makes it extremely difficult to find keto-friendly desserts to curb these sweet cravings.

Luckily, there are some amazing alternative ingredients out there that make it possible to create, and devour, desserts on the ketogenic diet.

If you’re baking, you obviously need a base of some sort, but since those are generally white or wheat flours or oats, they need to be substituted for something with less carbs.

The following are some very common and tasty alternatives to flour that you can eat while on the keto diet.

Keto flour substitutes:

• Almond flour
• Coconut flour
• Ground flaxseed
• Sesame flour

Aside from flour, perhaps the most important ingredient in desserts is sugar. Since these are keto desserts we’re talking about here, you’re going to have to use a sugar-free sweetener, but don’t worry.

There are so many options to choose from, all with different sweetness levels, that you’re bound to find one you like. I know I HATE stevia so I’m glad there are tons of other alternatives out there.

Keto sugar substitutes:

• Erythritol
• Monk fruit powder
• Stevia
• Swerve
• Xylitol

Baking also requires several other ingredients that can still be used for keto dessert recipes, meaning no more substitutes are necessary. Some of these include:

• Butter
• Cream cheese
• Coconut (flaked, shredded)
• Ghee
• Eggs
• Heavy whipping cream
• Oils (coconut, olive)

As you can see, making keto desserts is entirely possible and honestly, they’re pretty damn tasty.

But as with any recipe, you need to make sure you have the perfect one.

 

23 Easy and Delicious Keto Desserts

Finding keto dessert recipes that are actually tasty is quite the task. Luckily I did the heavy lifting for you, so all 23 of these are sure to be big hits if you’re on the keto diet.

Some of these keto desserts are no bake so you can have them ready in no time, while others do require some baking. However, they’re all super tasty and totally worth it.

 

1. Sugar-Free Low Carb Samoa Pie

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Samoa’s are the best Girl Scout Cookies ever made, end of story.

Thankfully all those Girl Scout Cookie cravings you’ve been having can be satisfied with this low carb, no bake Samoa pie.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 409
• Fat: 37.9g
• Protein: 3.6g
• Net Carbs: 5.2g

Get the recipe: Sugar-Free Low Carb Samoa Pie

 

2. Keto No Bake Cookies

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It’s not a dessert list without no bake cookies on it.

No bake cookies are the ultimate super simple dessert to make. But did you know there’s a way to make them even easier to prepare?

It’s as simple as melting butter, adding peanut butter (and cocoa if desired), mixing in your sweetener of choice and shredded coconut, and you’re good to go.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 174
• Fat: 16.1g
• Protein: 5g
• Net Carbs: 3.2g

Get the recipe: Keto No Bake Cookies

 

3. Almond Joy Fat Bombs

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Almond Joy lovers rejoice! These ones are low in protein and net carbs, making them the perfect keto dessert.

But don’t just take my word for it. Try these out yourself!

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 140.5
• Fat: 14.25g
• Protein: 1.5g
• Net Carbs: 1.5g

Get the recipe: Almond Joy Fat Bombs

 

4. Cinnamon Roll Fat Bombs

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Mmm, cinnamon rolls, one of the most delicious breakfast pastries you can’t have on keto.

But with these super low carb cinnamon roll fat bombs, you can sneak a few of these in for breakfast and as a yummy keto dessert.

They’re sweet and creamy and also super simple to make.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 103
• Fat: 10.3g
• Protein: 2g
• Net Carbs: 1.4g

Get the recipe: Cinnamon Roll Fat Bombs

 

5. Low Carb No Bake Chocolate Mousse Tart

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This low carb chocolate mousse tart is the ultimate easy keto dessert that only takes 30 minutes to make. And did I mention it requires absolutely no baking?

Make it for yourself or make it for a party, you can’t go wrong either way.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 359
• Fat: 33.46g
• Protein: 6.64g
• Net Carbs: 3.91g

Get the recipe: Low Carb No Bake Chocolate Mousse Tart

 

6. Peanut Butter Cheesecake Bites

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One of the most common keto desserts seems to be some form of cheesecake and I honestly can’t complain.

Luckily, these peanut butter cheesecake bites don’t disappoint.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 170
• Fat: 15g
• Protein: 4g
• Net Carbs: 4g

Get the recipe: Peanut Butter Cheesecake Bites

 

7. Low Carb Sugar-Free Pecan Turtle Cheesecake Bars

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These pecan turtle cheesecake bars are nothing short of divine. They look like something you’d order at a high-scale restaurant but you’re able to whip them up yourself.

And somehow, they only take 30 minutes to make!

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 439
• Fat: 42g
• Protein: 6g
• Net Carbs: 5g

Get the recipe: Low Carb Sugar-Free Pecan Turtle Cheesecake Bars

 

8. Chocolate Peanut Butter Low Carb Popsicles

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Chocolate and peanut butter are the ultimate sweet duo.

Putting them together in popsicle form is just pure genius.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 280
• Fat: 24.91g
• Protein: 5.58g
• Net Carbs: 6.02g

Get the recipe: Chocolate Peanut Butter Low Carb Popsicles

 

9. No Bake Peanut Butter Cookies

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Yet another peanut butter keto dessert, but who’s complaining?

With only 6 ingredients and 3 steps, you can have these made and in your belly within 15 minutes. That’s the beauty of no bake keto desserts.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 192.5
• Fat: 17.4g
• Protein: 5.75g
• Net Carbs: 2.75g

Get the recipe: No Bake Peanut Butter Cookies

 

10. 4 Ingredient Lemon Coconut Crack Bars

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These are literally the easiest keto dessert you can make. Low carb (more like no carb), low protein, and moderately high fat contents make these the perfect keto treat.

So if you’re a sucker for lemon and coconut, these are your new best friend.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 108
• Fat: 11g
• Protein: 2g
• Net Carbs: 0g

Get the recipe: 4 Ingredient Lemon Coconut Crack Bars

 

11. Keto Chocolate Mug Cake

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Chocolate cake in a mug? Yes, please.

Minimal “baking” and dishes to clean up makes this the perfect go-to easy keto dessert recipe.

There’s only one thing that could make this better, and it’s pairing it with the cookies and cream ice cream shown below.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 405
• Fat: 36.94g
• Protein: 12.31g
• Net Carbs: 5.86g

Get the recipe: Keto Chocolate Mug Cake

 

12. Cookies and Cream Ice Cream

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Cookies and cream ice cream is one of the best flavors out there (behind chocolate chip cookie dough, of course).

Learning how to make keto approved ice cream is a talent you’ll definitely want on tap during your keto journey. Especially during those hot summer months.

Next time you have a craving for something sweet, give this yummy cookies and cream ice cream a try (or just use the recipe to make vanilla).

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 289.9
• Fat: 28.9g
• Protein: 4.6g
• Net Carbs: 3g

Get the recipe: Cookies and Cream Ice Cream

 

13. Keto Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

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With only 1 net carb per slice, this carrot cake with cream cheese frosting is the perfect spring time – or anytime – keto dessert.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 148
• Fat: 14g
• Protein: 4g
• Net Carbs: 1g

Get the recipe: Keto Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

 

14. Secret Ingredient Easy Chocolate Mousse

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I’m not good at keeping secrets so I’m going to give this one away. The secret ingredient is avocado!

It surprisingly goes really well with chocolatey desserts, so you can bet this easy chocolate mousse with avocado still tastes delicious.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 192
• Fat: 17.7g
• Protein: 2.4g
• Net Carbs: 3.3g

Get the recipe: Secret Ingredient Easy Chocolate Mousse

 

15. Mocha Cheesecake Keto Fudge

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Coffee infused cheesecake fudge is the perfect afternoon pick-me-up (or even breakfast).

This keto dessert recipe requires no baking, just mixing, freezing, and eating.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 188
• Fat: 20g
• Protein: 1g
• Net Carbs: 1g

Get the recipe: Mocha Cheesecake Keto Fudge

 

16. Homemade Snickers Cups

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These snickers cups are a keto mix between Reese’s peanut butter cups and a Snickers bar, allowing you to satisfy both cravings in one.

As with many keto desserts, these require no baking and only take 25 minutes to whip up.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 89
• Fat: 7g
• Protein: 4g
• Net Carbs: 1g

Get the recipe: Homemade Snickers Cup

 

17. Low Carb Cappuccino Cheesecake Mousse

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While this dessert is relatively high in calories compared to most of the other desserts on this list, it does have a high fat content.

Since mousse is such a rich dessert, you don’t need much of it to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 284
• Fat: 30.2g
• Net Carbs: 4.1g

Get the recipe: Low Carb Cappuccino Cheesecake Mousse

 

18. Moist Keto Lava Cake

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Lava cake is one of my favorite desserts ever.

Creamy, sweet, fluffy, moist cake is the best, and that’s what you’ll get with this moist keto lava cake.

You can even pair it with the keto-friendly cookies and cream ice cream above if your macros allow.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 192
• Fat: 15g
• Protein: 9g
• Net Carbs: 4g

Get the recipe: Moist Keto Lava Cake

 

19. Fudge Brownies

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There’s nothing better than sweet, super gooey, and fudgy brownies. These fudge brownies definitely do not disappoint.

And these would also taste delicious paired with some cookies and cream ice cream! (Sorry, I’m a sucker for some brownies and ice cream)

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 227
• Fat: 23g
• Protein: 4g
• Net Carbs: 3g

Get the recipe: Fudge Brownies

 

20. Vanilla Pound Cake

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Pound cake is one of those desserts that doesn’t need any frosting or toppings and it’s still insanely satisfying.

However, you can still top it with some whipped cream and maybe a strawberry or two and you’ve got yourself the most delicious strawberry shortcake ever.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 256
• Fat: 23g
• Protein: 7g
• Net Carbs: 5g

Get the recipe: Vanilla Pound Cake

 

21. S’mores Bars

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With these make ahead s’mores bars, you can join in on the bonfire fun while sticking to your keto diet.

No marshmallows, Hershey’s chocolate, or graham crackers, but these are a very close second to the beloved traditional s’mores.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 164
• Fat: 15.17g
• Protein: 3.55g
• Net Carbs: 2.07g

Get the recipe: S’mores Bars

 

22. Low Carb Snickerdoodles

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Keto snickerdoodle cookies are made possible with this tasty recipe.

All you need to make these are 6 ingredients, 25 minutes, and you’ll have yourself the perfect cookie for a late night snack or to pair with some coffee.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 131
• Fat: 13g
• Protein: 3g
• Net Carbs: 1.5g

Get the recipe: Low Carb Snickerdoodles

 

23. Magic Cookie Bars

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These magic cookie bars are essentially a low carb, sugar-free version of the classic seven layer bars.

Making this delicious keto dessert will definitely satisfy all your cravings.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 148
• Fat: 14g
• Protein: 2g
• Net Carbs: 2g

Get the recipe: Magic Cookie Bars