Keto Christmas Recipes For A Very Merry Keto Christmas (2024)

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These keto Christmas recipes will help you plan your low carb holiday menu course by course. From make ahead breakfast casseroles to festive appetizers, main dishes, sides and desserts consider your Christmas menu planned!

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Worried about sticking to your low carb or keto diet during the holidays? It’s not just you. Every year, women (and men) with the best intentions slip a little. If you want to make sure that doesn’t happen to you – make a plan!

My first holiday season on keto was not easy.

My family didn’t get it – heck, my mom still can’t pronounce keto: It’s KEY-TOE, Mom!

I made it through by finding fabulous low carb recipes that tasted like the classics – Thanksgiving & Christmas recipes that most of my family members don’t even recognize as “diet”! (If you missed the keto Thanksgiving recipes I’ll forgive you, but you may want to circle back to that one later! Even if it’s just for my friend Kacey’s bacon wrapped turkey recipe!)

What I’m saying is that if this is your first year-err-holiday season on the keto diet you need to prepare for a challenge and come to the table with low carb recipes like these Christmas recipes I’m sharing today.

Here’s how I’ve organized this year’s Christmas feast: breakfasts, appetizers, sides, mains, and then, of course, dessert! To get to any of the recipes super fast just click on the image!

And please, enjoy!

Breakfast Ideas

Make-Ahead Casserole

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Make Christmas morning a little easier by making one of my favorite keto casseroles ahead! This delicious breakfast casserole is the perfect combination of Italian sausage, eggs, Parmesan cheese, and roasted red pepper. Get the recipe on Food Faith Fitness

Make Ahead Sausage + Cheese Casserole

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Make this keto casserole 1-3 days ahead or right now and freeze it for later! Either way, you’ll spend 45 minutes tops on creating this fabulous combination of breakfast sausage, eggs, heavy cream, cheddar cheese, and broccoli. Get the details on Wholesome Yum

Slow-Cooker Breakfast Casserole

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Do you always run out of oven space? Me too! That’s why I’m including this brilliant breakfast casserole you can make in the crockpot! Get the recipe on the KetoDiet App

Sugar-Free Cinnamon Rolls

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Soft & fluffy cinnamon rolls make a great low carb breakfast for Christmas Day. Only 1.3 net grams of carb per roll! Get the recipe on Sugar Free Londoner

Zucchini Fritter Eggs Benedict

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Perfectly poached eggs with Hollandaise, prosciutto and tomato on a zucchini fritter with 5 net carbs – a perfectly low carb brunch recipe that you can put together in 20 minutes.

Keto Christmas Appetizers

Blinis

Light, fluffy, and low carb blinis! In case you’re wondering, a blini is a Russian pancake traditionally made from wheat-but these are keto-friendly! Topped with salmon and cream cheese these are the perfect Christmas appetizer! Feel free to impress everyone at your next holiday gathering with your vast knowledge of appetizer trivia. I won’t tell! Get the recipe on KetoDiet App

Cheese, Ham & Olive Bites

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We love a pick up appetizer. Oh, and if you’re going for a rustic look on your holiday grazing table – grab a few of these on Amazon. Get the recipe on My Kitchen Love

Brie

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Everyone will adore this keto-friendly appetizer! Bonus: You can make this one ahead! Get the recipe on gnom-gnom

Mini BLT Party Bagels

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These mini BLT’s make the perfect bite-sized holiday party appetizer!

Salad Kabobs

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There’s something for everyone on an Antipasto platter. You can’t go wrong. Unless you’re hosting a family event in which case, expect some drama. But not over the food! Add all of your (& maybe your sister’s) favorite meats, cheeses, olives, peppers-and don’t forget lettuce for garnish. It’s VIP for the presentation! Get more details on Mantitlement

Bacon Wrapped Scallops

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It’s Christmas so we are upping our appetizer game with seafood & bacon! Make these low carb bacon wrapped scallops in 25 minutes! Get the recipe on Pinch and Swirl

Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus

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Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus A 3 ingredient appetizer you can put together fast and disappears even faster at a get together. Double or triple up! Get the recipe on Low Carb Yum

Cucumber Bites

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If you’ve got 15 minutes then you have plenty of time to get these cucumber bites assembled & ready to go! All you need is cucumber, avocado, smoked salmon, and a few black or white sesame seeds! Get the recipe on Tastaholics

Spinach Dip with Bacon & Roasted Garlic

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Interested in a dip that tastes like heaven mixed with bacon, garlic, and cheese? Warning: This is addictive! For a seriously amazing Christmas appetizer or anytime snack (Why wait for an occasion?) you must have this spinach dip in your life! Get the recipe on Ruled.Me

Crab Stuffed Deviled Eggs

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This clean eating keto recipe is the best of land and sea in an appetizer! Get the fabulous recipe on Our Food Fix

Bacon-Wrapped Stuffed Mushrooms

Each bacon-wrapped mushroom is perfectly portioned to pack a ton of flavor without the carbs! The major players are super healthy, superfood white button mushrooms stuffed with a decadent combination of smoked cheddar, Parmesan, & cream cheese with garlic cloves and onions thenwrapped in bacon. Bake in the oven or grill.

Keto Christmas Side Dishes

Roasted Mushrooms & Veggies

Mushrooms, cauliflower, tomatoes, and garlic roasted Italian-style! Delicious with a fabulous presentation! Get the recipe on Jo Cooks

Sweet “Potato” Casserole

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Butternut squash subs in this keto-friendly version of a classic holiday recipe. One of my favorite keto Christmas recipes! Get the full recipe on Wholesome Yum

Green Beans with Prosciutto

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This 4 ingredient green bean recipe comes together fast and goes with everything! Get the recipe on Food Faith Fitness

Cheesy Cauliflower Mashed “Potatoes”

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Thick, creamy, and delicious this keto cauliflower side dish is so amazing you will never feel tempted by a potato again! Get the recipe on I Breathe I’m Hungry

Balsamic Roasted Broccoli Salad

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I love a broccoli salad with Christmas dinner! This one has everything you’re looking for in a Christmas side: a strong and bold flavor that goes well with any main course along with a fabulous presentation. Bonus: You can make it in under 30 minutes! Get the recipe on Savory Tooth

Cauliflower Rice Risotto

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If you’re looking for a vegan side to serve or want to try something new this year please let me suggest this delicious cauliflower rice dish! It’s easy and will only take 30 minutes from start to finish! Get the recipe on Detoxinista

Loaded Cauliflower

This loaded cauliflower casserole is the ultimate healthy comfort food swap for mashed potatoes. Loads of cream cheese, cheddar, butter, and bacon combined with cauliflower create an unbelievably delicious side dish that is ready to serve in 45 minutes. Get the recipe on Word To Your Mother Blog

Related: 46 Keto Sides For Every Occasion

The Main Course

Bacon-Wrapped Tenderloin

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Bacon-Wrapped Balsamic & Rosemary Beef Tenderloin If you’re planning on serving (and devouring) a beef tenderloin for Christmas dinner here’s the only recipe you need! Wrapped in bacon and seasoned with rosemary, sage, garlic, butter, and balsamic vinegar this beef tenderloin will be the star of the show! Get this fabulous recipe on The Cookie Writer

Prime Rib

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Garlic Butter Prime Rib This mind-blowing prime rib is melt in your mouth tender with a seared garlic butter herb crust that is nothing short of amazing! Can you sense my enthusiasm for this cut of beef? Get the details on how to prep & cook it on The Recipe Critic

Rosemary & Mustard Glazed Ham

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I believe ham may be mandatory for Christmas dinner-without the carbs of course! Get this low carb recipe on I Breathe I’m Hungry

Desserts

Egg Nog

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Is it Christmas without eggnog? Get your festive drink on with this must-have rich and creamy keto Christmas recipe! Find it on Ruled.Me

Christmas Cookie Martini

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Christmas Cookie Martini Recipe For a dessert beverage that won’t kick you out of ketosis! Get the Martini glasses here

Hot Chocolate

Shortbread Cookies

This (keto) shortbread cookies recipe is easy, low carb, gluten-free, and – it tastes like legit old school classic buttery shortbread. Get the recipe on Word To Your Mother Blog

Chocolate Cake

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This rich and decadent chocolate dessert is perfect for holiday baking and chocolate lovers everywhere:)

Chocolate Truffles

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Satisfy your chocolate cravings & stay in ketosis with this delightful dessert recipe with only 1 net carb per truffle! Get the details on It’s Simple by How To This And That

Pecan Pie Cheesecake

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Make this creamy low carb pecan pie cheesecake in the Instant Pot! Get the recipe on All Day I Dream About Food

Related: 21 Of The Best Keto Christmas Cookies

Grain-Free Rum Balls

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Keto Grain-free Rum Balls One of the healthiest keto Christmas recipes ever! Loaded with protein and omega 3’s these keto rum balls are more than a guilt-free Christmas dessert! Get the recipe on Healthful Pursuit

Fudge

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Chocolate & Walnut Keto Fudge Homemade candy at Christmas is the best & this keto fudge will not disappoint! Get the recipe on Ditch The Carbs

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FAQs

Can I eat peanut butter on keto? ›

Peanut butter can definitely be part of a keto diet, but it's best to stick to plain options that are free of extra flavors and sweeteners. Almond butter is a good choice, too, and it's slightly lower in carbs. Additionally, you should be mindful of your portion size if you're trying to lose weight.

Can you eat popcorn on keto? ›

Net carbs are calculated by taking the total grams of carbohydrate in a food and subtracting the amount of fiber. In this case, popcorn contains 6 grams of carbs per 1 cup serving and 1.2 grams of fiber, bringing the net carbs per serving to 4.8 grams. Yes friends, popcorn is indeed a keto food.

How to do Christmas on keto? ›

15 Keto Christmas Dinner Ideas That Won't Make You Feel Like You're Dieting
  1. Bacon-Wrapped Turkey. Chelsea Lupkin. ...
  2. Beef Tenderloin. Ethan Calabrese. ...
  3. Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Cauliflower. Park Feierbach. ...
  4. Roast Beef. Kat Wirsing. ...
  5. Garlic Rosemary Pork Chops. Ethan Calabrese. ...
  6. Keto Meatballs. ...
  7. Tuscan Butter Salmon. ...
  8. Keto Meatloaf.
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Can I eat cucumbers on keto? ›

Cucumber is another popular salad vegetable. It contains many essential nutrients, including vitamin K. Cucumber is also suitable for the keto diet, as its carb content is just 3.63 g per 100 g. To make the carb content lower, a person can peel the cucumber before eating it.

Can you eat bananas on keto? ›

Bananas. Bananas may be great for muscle recovery, reducing bloat, and calming an upset stomach, but they're on the list of foods you can't eat on the keto diet. With 25g of carbs per 100g serving, bananas are too high in carbs.

Can I have pickles on keto? ›

Luckily, pickles are keto friendly, especially those that are of the dill pickle variety, as sugar is low. “Simply put, sweet pickles are made with sugar which will automatically push the carb count up,” says Hultin. “Dill or salt pickles don't have the added sugar and carbs, naturally,” she says.

Is cheese okay for keto? ›

You can eat high fat foods like cheese on the Keto diet. Cheddar, Gouda, goat cheese, and blue cheese are the best to consider. Cheese to avoid on Keto are cottage cheese and low fat and processed varieties.

How many carbs a day on keto? ›

The ketogenic diet typically reduces total carbohydrate intake to less than 50 grams a day—less than the amount found in a medium plain bagel—and can be as low as 20 grams a day. Generally, popular ketogenic resources suggest an average of 70-80% fat from total daily calories, 5-10% carbohydrate, and 10-20% protein.

Is Oatmeal good for keto diet? ›

Regular rolled, quick-cooked oatmeal is not considered a keto-friendly food. One cup of oatmeal contains around 47 grams (g) of net carbohydrates. When you factor in your carbs from other food sources, even half a cup of oatmeal can exceed your daily allowance of carbs in a keto diet.

What is quickie keto? ›

Speed Keto is a high fat diet program meant to get you into a fat-burning state called ketosis more quickly. Speed Keto combines keto with intermittent fasting, when you eat only one meal a day. Experts say Speed Keto is unsustainable in the long term and could be unhealthy for some people.

How do I kick into keto fast? ›

Strategies for encouraging the body to enter ketosis include:
  1. Significantly reducing the carbohydrate intake. ...
  2. Increasing physical activity. ...
  3. Fasting for short periods. ...
  4. Increasing healthful fat intake. ...
  5. Testing ketone levels. ...
  6. Checking protein intake. ...
  7. Consuming more MCT oil.

Can I start keto cold turkey? ›

Before starting, you should be aware that if you drop carbs cold-turkey, the first few days you will most likely experience symptoms of your body adjusting to lack of glucose. Many people starting off keto will go through this and it's often referred to as the “Keto Flu”.

Is watermelon good for keto? ›

Watermelon is also a keto-friendly fruit. Watermelon is full of water and low in carbohydrates compared to many other popular fruits. One cup of diced watermelon contains 11.5 grams of net carbs (the total carbs minus grams of fiber).4 Fiber per serving is 0.6 grams.

Can you eat salad on keto? ›

You can eat a variety of salads on keto, as long as they contain healthy fats and proteins and are low in carbs. Egg salad, grilled chicken salad, shrimp salad, cauliflower salad, arugula salad, cucumber salad, antipasto salad, Greek salad, Caprese salad, and spinach salad are just a few keto-friendly salads to enjoy.

Can I eat unlimited pickles on keto? ›

Yes — as long as you don't eat excessive amounts, pickles are a perfect low-carb, keto-friendly snack to hold you over until your next meal. Just be careful when choosing store-bought brands, as some products contain added sugars.

Which is better for keto almond butter or peanut butter? ›

For example, if you're on a low-carb or ketogenic diet, almond butter might be a better choice as it has fewer carbohydrates per serving. So, both almond butter and peanut butter have their unique nutritional benefits.

Is almond milk OK for keto? ›

Unsweetened almond milk contains just 1.4 grams of carbs and is rich in important nutrients when fortified, making it a nutritious, keto-friendly option. In contrast, sweetened almond milk is too high in carbs and sugar to fit into a healthy keto diet.

Is chocolate allowed in keto? ›

Yes, but not all chocolate is keto-friendly. Milk chocolate is generally ruled out of the keto diet because of its high sugar content. High-quality dark chocolate is perfect for those seeking ketosis. This is because chocolate with a cocoa content of 70% or more typically has less sugar.

What kind of nut butter is good for keto? ›

Nut butters such as almond butter, macadamia nut butter, and peanut butter (in moderation) can be suitable for a keto diet. These options are rich in healthy fats and can add flavor and variety to your meals. Check labels for added sugars and choose natural, unsweetened nut butters.

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