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My keto fat bombs recipe is QUICK and yields soft, chewy treats that make the perfect snack or late-night dessert. They’re low-carb, filling, and customizable!
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If I’m ever being cranky or short-tempered, my family knows a snack will calm me down. There’s no snack I look forward to more than my keto fat bombs!
For this recipe, I wanted to keep it diet-friendly, so I used a mix of nuts for healthy fats, plus almond butter for richness (and more healthy fats), and a dash of chia seeds for fiber and texture. The results have been a hit (even my non-keto family members love them), and I can’t wait to share my recipe with you!
What are fat bombs?
Also known as keto balls, they’re sugar-free sweet treats made up of healthy fats (like cream cheese, coconut oil, or nut butter), mix-ins, and sugar-free sweeteners.
Why I love this recipe
- SO satiating. The main ingredient is heart-healthy fats, which help me stay full and curb my sugar cravings.
- Endless ways to customize. I gave you the base recipe plus 7 flavor combinations, though you could easily create dozens more!
- Healthy. Each bite is only 2 grams of net carbs, and they’re naturally gluten-free and vegan.
- Addictive texture. They’re chewy, doughy, and soft.
- Grab-and-go. When I’m running out the door, I always make it a point to grab one or two for a quick snack…and a little sweet treat.
Key Ingredients
- Pecans and almonds. These are my preferred nuts, but any type of nuts could be used. Use toasted and salted nuts if you want salty-sweet bombs.
- Almond butter. To bind the mixture and add more fat and richness. I love my homemade almond butter, but any smooth, drippy almond butter will do.
- Sweetener. Use regular powdered sugar or sugar-free sweetener for a low-calorie option. I also tested this recipe with granulated sugar, and it was a bit gritty for my taste, but you’re welcome to use it.
- Chia seeds. To hold the bombs together and add a little fiber.
- Milk. I used a splash of unsweetened almond milk to bind everything together.
How to make keto fat bombs
I’ve included step-by-step photos below to make this recipe easy to follow at home. For the full printable recipe instructions and ingredient quantities, scroll to the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
Step 1- Blend the nuts. Add the nuts to a blender and blend until it reaches a crumbly consistency.
Step 2- Mix. Add all ingredients (except the milk) to the blender and pulse until smooth. Add milk and blend until it reaches a firm dough consistency.
Step 3- Chill. Pour the mixture into a bowl and chill until firm.
Step 4- Shape. Scoop the dough into individual balls and place them in a shallow container.
Arman’s recipe tips
- Don’t skip the chill time! I know it seems like an extra step, but I promise your patience will be worth it. The more chill time the dough gets, the firmer and chewier the bombs will become.
- Make them nut-free. Use tahini or sunflower seed butter.
- Toss the balls in sweetener for a little extra crunch.
- Portion the bites. Use a silicone mold or a mini muffin tin with muffin liners. Heck, I’ve even used an ice cube tray before!
Variations
My family actually enjoy these fat bombs as a sweet treat post dinner, so to keep things interesting, I like to change up the base flavor.
- Chocolate peanut butter fat bombs. Add 2 tablespoons cocoa powder and swap the almond butter for natural peanut butter.
- Chocolate chip cookie dough. Use almonds as the base and fold in 2 tablespoons of chocolate chips.
- Lemon. Add 1/4 teaspoon lemon extract.
- Dark chocolate strawberry. Add 1/4 cup of cocoa powder and 1 tablespoon of freeze-dried strawberries.
- Peanut butter cup. Swap out the cashews for peanuts and add 1 tablespoon of cocoa powder.
- Cookies and cream. Use almonds as the base and add 1 tablespoon of chocolate chips and 1 teaspoon of cocoa powder.
- Salted chocolate. Add 2 tablespoons cocoa powder and a pinch of sea salt.
Frequently asked questions
While there is no set number, I find 2 to 3 fat bombs throughout the day keep hunger at bay and prevent sugar and carb cravings.
While they’re higher in fat than other snacks, they’re sugar-free and very low-carb, meaning they can help stabilize blood sugar levels and leave you feeling satisfied for longer.
Keto Fat Bombs
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Ingredients
- 1 cup pecans
- 1/2 cup almonds
- 1/2 cup almond butter
- 1/2 cup keto powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoon chia seeds
- 2 tablespoon milk * See notes
Instructions
- In a high-speed blender or food processor, add your pecans and almonds and blend well, until a crumbly texture remains.
- Add your almond butter, sweetener and chia seeds and continue to blend, until completely combined. Regularly scrape down the sides. Add in your milk of choice and blend again. If the batter is too crumbly, add extra milk.
- Transfer your dough into a mixing bowl. Cover and place in the fridge for at least 30 minutes, to firm up.
- Remove from the fridge and using either a cookie scoop or your hands, form 12 balls and place on a lined plate or shallow container.
Notes
Nutrition
More keto snack recipes
- Keto crackers
- Keto chips
- Keto candied pecans
- Keto gummies
- Or any of my keto snacks
Originally published April 2022, updated and republished November 2024
I love these. Keep making them over and over as is, but leave some larger nut chunks for crunch. Yummy!!
I love these. Make them over and over. Thank you!!
Trying to print recipe to try.
Hahaha very nice name-keto fat bombs! Just still didnt hear about keto sugar.
Amazingly delicious! So easy to make.
Perfect recipe! Thank you 😋
love them