What Are Keto Fat Bombs, How To Make Them in 3 Easy Steps (PLUS 40+ Keto Fat Bomb Recipes)
If you’ve ever felt yourself dragging through your day, even though Keto is supposed to give you more energy…Well, then I have the perfect cure for you.
Fat bombs!
…but what are fat bombs, precisely?
Ketogenic fat bombs are small snacks or treats that are high in fat and low in carbs (so, literally a fat bomb) that you can eat as a quick breakfast, as a quick mid-afternoon snack, as a pre- or after- workout snack, or as extra fuel during your day.
An search for “fat bombs” will show you a dizzying array of recipes, both sweet and savory, ranging in flavors from chocolate to bacon.
A fat bomb, or keto bomb, is the perfect mid-day snack, on-the-go breakfast, post-workout snack, or keto-flu cure. Anytime you need some extra fuel — aka, fat — in your system, fat bombs are a perfect solution.
But I can’t just tell you what ketogenic fat bombs are without also telling you how to make them!
So this article is a bit longer, but it covers what are ketogenic fat bombs, and 3 easy steps for making keto bombs.
These 3 steps will help you experiment so you can come up with your own fat bombs in your favourite flavors!
If you’re more of a recipe follower, no worries. I have some keto bomb recipes linked at the end of this article. Or you can download the post as a PDF and the recipes will be included!
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What Are Ketogenic Fat Bombs?
Ketogenic fat bombs are small snacks or treats that are high in fat and low in carbs (so, literally a fat bomb) that you can eat as a quick breakfast, as a quick mid-afternoon snack, as a pre- or after- workout snack, or as extra fuel during your day.
Here are a few facts about ketogenic fat bombs to help you understand them better:
1. Keto fat bombs are often small
It’s tough to eat too much of these as they are so high in fat, so they take the shape of small balls or mini muffins. Our favorite way of making them is in muffin pan with liner. That way you don’t get your hands dirty when you make the mixture and they’re super easy (and not messy) to take with you to eat on your way to work or to the gym.
2. Fat bombs can be savory or sweet
The majority of the fat bomb recipes tend to be sweet-ish (sweetened with sweeteners like stevia). This is because stevia is a low calorie (and zero-carb) sweetener that also doesn’t cause stomach problems for people unlike many sugar alcohols that are used in low-carb treats. If, however, you dislike using stevia (we know many people dislike the taste of stevia), then feel free to use your own low-carb sweetener of choice when making sweet ketogenic fat bombs. There are also some savory fat bombs (e.g., made with bacon or avocado).
3. Fat bombs contain lots of healthy fats
As I mentioned earlier, fat bombs contain lots of fat, but on a ketogenic diet (just like on a Paleo diet), eating healthy fats is highly important to lower inflammation in your body. So, most keto fat bombs contain coconut oil or coconut butter as an ingredient. This is also useful from a recipe perspective as coconut oil solidifies when refrigerated thereby making these fat bombs a lot less messy to eat.
4. Fat bombs should be stored in the refrigerator
As I mentioned above, fat bombs contain lots of fat, which is often liquid at room temperature, so make sure to store these delicious treats in the fridge when you’re not eating them. They’ll often last 1-2 weeks in the fridge in an airtight container. You can also freeze them, although it’s best to thaw them a bit before serving as they can get pretty solid.
5. Fat bombs often also contain nuts and seeds
We suggest you try not to consume too much nuts and seeds on a ketogenic diet since the fats in nuts and seeds can become easily oxidized if the recipe requires them to be heated (more about that here) and some nuts and seeds are actually quite high in carbs (check out our table of carb content for nuts and seeds here). Just a quick note about peanuts while we’re on the subject of nuts – peanuts are not nuts so almond butter is used instead of peanut butter in ketogenic recipes (find out more about why peanut butter isn’t ketogenic here).
How To Make Ketogenic Fat Bombs in 3 Easy Steps
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Ketogenic fat bombs are actually remarkable easy to make – and if you follow the guide below, you can start making these amazing treats in no time.
First, let’s discuss the ingredients that go into ketogenic fat bombs.
There are 3 basic ingredients to every fat bomb recipe:
1. Healthy Fats
For Example:
cacao butter, coconut butter, almond butter, coconut oil, coconut milk, coconut cream (solid part of a refrigerated can of coconut milk), ghee (mostly lactose and casein free, especially if you get cultured ghee, so it doesn’t present the same problems as other dairy products), butter (ok if you’re not sensitive to dairy), bacon fat, avocado oil
2. Flavoring
For Example:
sugar-free vanilla extract, 100% dark chocolate, cacao powder, salt, peppermint extract, spices
3. Texture
For Example:
cacao nibs, almonds, pecans, walnuts, chia seeds, bacon bits (choose sugar-free), shredded coconut
And here are the 3 simple steps for making ketogenic fat bombs:
STEP 1:
Mix all the ingredients together in a mixing bowl or sometimes a food processor or blender. If the fat you are using (e.g., coconut oil) is solid, then melt it slightly in the microwave or on the stove.
STEP 2:
Form small balls or else pour the mixture into muffin cups or into a baking pan.
STEP 3:
Refrigerate (or freeze) for several hours until the mixture is solid. Cut into slices if you used a baking pan.
It’s quite straight-forward, but if the thought of coming up with your own recipes for fat bombs is too difficult right now, then why not try making one of the delicious recipes below.
If you’re looking for even more keto dessert recipes, then you can download our list of them by clicking the green button below.
Ketogenic Fat Bomb Recipes
Here are some of our favorite Keto Bomb Recipes we’ve included:
- Chocolate Almond Keto Fat Bomb
- Cardamom Orange Walnut Truffles
- Keto Chocolate Coconut Cups
- Peppermint Patties
- Raspberry White Chocolate Fat Bombs
- Almond Pistachio Fat Bomb
- Ginger Fat Bombs
- Keto Macaroon Fat Bombs
Chocolate Keto Fat Bombs
Chocolate Almond Keto Fat Bomb
– Keto Summit
Ingredients: almond butter, coconut oil, cacao powder, coconut flour, stevia, almonds.
These sweets are melt-in-the-mouth, and taste amazing! If you have any left over, you are best to keep them in the fridge as they soften quite easily at room temperature. If serving them for children, instead of the whole almond, you can push a lolly stick into them – easier to eat and cuts down on sticky fingers! Why not serve these next time someone has a birthday party at home!
Keto Chocolate Fudge
– Keto Summit
Ingredients: 100% dark chocolate, coconut butter, vanilla extract, stevia.
These fudge pieces look so delicious and indulgent that it is hard to believe they are dairy-free! This is a totally versatile recipe that can be adapted by adding your own ingredients. For example, if you like nuts you can add some chopped pecans for a bit of crunch, or add in some spice such as ginger to pep up the end result. These would make a lovely gift for a friend, or just enjoy them yourself!
Fudgy Macadamia Chocolate Fat Bomb
– The Nourished Caveman
Photo Credit: Vivica from The Nourished Caveman
Ingredients: cocoa butter, unsweetened cacao powder, swerve, macadamias, coconut oil.
Imagine being able to eat one of these treats and it doesn’t affect your ketosis! These are fudgy and sweet and yet still low-carb. They can be stored in a container at room temperature or kept in the refrigerator, although they may not last too long. To give them an even more decadent look, sprinkle with a little cocoa powder before serving.
Keto Chocolate Coconut Candies
– Keto Diet App
Ingredients: extra virgin coconut oil, raw cocoa powder, vanilla bean powder, erythritol, stevia extract, salt, coconut & pecan butter.
These deliciously indulgent treats are really low in carbs but provide a great energy boost after a work-out or a busy Christmas shopping trip! When you bite into the rich candy you will see the lovely layers from the chocolate and coconut and the whole thing gives you a touch of luxury. If you like you could add in some strong coffee for a different slant on the flavor.
Low Carb Sugar-Free Chocolate Truffles (Contains Dairy)
– Low Carb Yum
Photo Credit: Lisa from Low Carb Yum
Ingredients: low carb dark chocolate, heavy cream, vanilla extract, chocolate extract, unsweetened baking chocolate, cocoa butter, Swerve confectioners, stevia extract.
These deliciously indulgent treats are really low in carbs but provide a great energy boost after a work-out or a busy Christmas shopping trip! When you bite into the rich candy you will see the lovely layers from the chocolate and coconut and the whole thing gives you a touch of luxury. If you like you could add in some strong coffee for a different slant on the flavor.
Keto Fudge
– Keto Adapted
Ingredients: coconut oil, full-fat coconut milk, organic cocoa powder, Swerve confectioners (or a drop of stevia glycerite), unflavored collagen (optional), vanilla extract, almond extract, Celtic sea salt.
If you are following a low-carb diet but have a liking for sweet things then this fudge would be a wonderful treat to have now and then. The fudge has a great consistency and leaves you feeling totally satisfied in the sweet department! Making your own sweet treats can be a great way to stop children eating unhealthy sugary snacks too!
Low Carb Pecan Fudge Fat Bombs (Contains Dairy)
– The Primitive Palate
Ingredients: cocoa butter, coconut oil, unsweetened cocoa powder, erythritol,
heavy cream, pecans.
It can be difficult sometimes to find decent low-carb sweet treats in stores, but trust me, these are really easy to make so you will never have to struggle again! These fudge bombs would make such a special treat for your partner on Valentine’s or for a birthday. You can also use almond flakes or walnut pieces instead of pecans depending on your taste.
Chocolate Fat Bombs
– Ditch the Carbs
Photo Credit: Libby from Ditch The Carbs
Ingredients: coconut oil, cocoa powder unsweetened, granulated sweetener of choice, tahini paste, walnut.
Here is another great recipe for fat bombs that you can use to stave off hunger pangs mid-afternoon or provide as a sweet treat for the family for a special celebration. The consistency is reminiscent of fudge and they can be made as sweet as you like – just taste the mixture as you go to find the right level of sweetness. If you want to cut the carbs even more just miss out the walnut decoration.
Keto Fat Bombs (Contains Dairy)
– Caveman Keto
Ingredients: coconut oil, cream cheese, sugar-free vanilla syrup, cocoa powder, dark chocolate, almond butter.
What a lovely surprise these beautiful treats would be as a gift for Valentine’s Day! Bite into the different layers and enjoy the chocolate and nut butter combination! You can make these using a heart-shaped candy mold or just spoon the mixture into ice cube trays for individual bite-sized treats. These would make a great gift for neighbors and friends too!
Keto Coconut Fat Bombs
Keto Chocolate Coconut Cups
– Keto Summit
Ingredients: coconut butter, coconut oil, unsweetened shredded coconut, vanilla extract, Stevia, 100% dark chocolate.
Chocolate is one of the most common things that people miss when they are following an eating regime, whether it is for weight-loss or dietary reasons. So why not give these a try? They give you the perfect chocolate hit to satisfy any craving and look so good that you are bound to impress with these, even though they are quite easy to make.
Cinnamon Bun Fat Bomb Bars
– Ditch the Wheat
Photo Credit: Carol from Ditch The Wheat
Ingredients: creamed coconut, cinnamon, extra virgin coconut oil, almond butter.
Fat bombs are a great way to treat yourself on a keto diet as they are low-carb but full of healthy fats, quite simple to make and give you a boost if you are running out of energy. These coconut bars have a consistency that is fantastic to bite into and they leave you feeling totally satisfied. If you decide to use the almond butter icing, you get an even better combination of flavors. Keep thee in the fridge or freezer for a quick and healthy snack.
Keto Coconut Fat Bombs
– Keto Diet Blog
Ingredients: desiccated/shredded coconut or flaked coconut, extra virgin coconut oil, butter or coconut oil, cinnamon or vanilla bean powder, salt, Stevia extract (optional).
These fat bombs use toasted coconut which has a different flavor to raw coconut and could even help to convert coconut-avoiders like me! I find that these don’t actually need much sweetener as they taste even better with the natural flavor, but one idea I came up with was to place a raspberry in the center and top up with a mixture for a fruity surprise when you bite in!
Ginger Fat Bombs
– Ditch the Carbs
Photo Credit: Libby from Ditch The Carbs
Ingredients: coconut butter, coconut oil, desiccated/shredded coconut unsweetened, granulated sweetener of choice or more, ginger.
In these fat bombs you will find the flavor is a lot lighter than in some others as the ginger gives the taste a bit of a lift. Like other fat bombs, these ones come into their own as a snack to ward off hunger pangs or as a special treat when you’ve been busy. The ginger makes you think of Christmas and that would be the perfect time to make these.
Easy Lemon Fat Bombs
– Keto Diet Blog
Ingredients: coconut butter, extra virgin coconut oil, lemon zest or lemon extract, Stevia extract (Clear or Lemon), sea salt (optional).
The flavor of these fat bombs is so fresh that they make you think of summer! If you choose to add in the lemon zest you get a more grown-up taste and if you prefer your fat bombs to have a bit more texture you could add in some shredded coconut. I served these as a dessert after a dinner party and the guests said they were a fantastic palate cleanser too!
Coconut and Cinnamon Keto Fat Bombs
– Grass Fed Girl
Ingredients: coconut butter, coconut milk, vanilla extract, nutmeg, cinnamon, stevia powder extract, coconut shreds.
These fat bombs have a real taste of Christmas because of the cinnamon and nutmeg, and would be a great way to treat the family during holidays. Coconut and cinnamon are the perfect partners in fat bombs as they complement each other well. For a slightly different look and taste, you could try toasting the shredded coconut first and this adds a little crunch to the coating.
Low Carb Chocolate Coconut bars
– Ketogenic Woman
Ingredients: shredded unsweetened coconut, virgin coconut oil, liquid stevia, unsweetened chocolate.
Chocolate and coconut go so well together and have been sold as a popular candy for many years, but making your own means you can control the ingredients. These will definitely be a family favorite and can be used for parties and celebrations. You can make them look even more appealing if you alternate the coconut and chocolate layers for a sandwich effect.
Matcha Coconut Fat Bombs
– The Healthy Foodie
Photo Credit: Sonia from The Healthy Foodie
Ingredients: coconut oil, creamy coconut butter, full-fat coconut milk, matcha green tea powder, ground Ceylon cinnamon, Himalayan salt, pure vanilla extract, shredded unsweetened coconut, matcha green tea powder.
When you are living the keto way you can have days where your fat intake is not up to the limit you need and that’s where fat bombs come in! Eat one of these easy-to-make snacks and your hunger pangs will disappear and you will know that your level of healthy fats has been improved. The matcha and coconut coating gives these a lovely fresh flavor and make them look quite festive!
Low Carb Chocolate Coconut Fat Bombs
– Grass Fed Girl
Ingredients: coconut butter, coconut milk, vanilla extract, cocoa powder, stevia powder extract, peppermint essential oil, coconut shreds.
Fat bombs can be a lovely treat to make to satisfy hunger pangs and give you a boost of energy if you need it and these ones have the great pairing of chocolate and coconut. They taste creamy in the middle and have a great coconut coating. For extra creaminess just let them sit at room temperature for a few minutes. You will not believe they are dairy-free!
Keto Fat Bombs: Others
Peppermint Patties
– Keto Summit
Ingredients: coconut butter, unsweetened shredded coconut, coconut oil, peppermint extract, stevia, 100% dark chocolate, coconut oil.
These pretty patties look very impressive because of the different layers but are quite simple to make. They make a wonderful addition to party food or packed in a decorative container as a gift for a host. If you love coconut then you could also sprinkle some shreds on the top for an even more intense coconut hit!
5-Min Prosciutto Avocado Fat Bombs
– Keto Summit
Ingredients: avocado, lime, prosciutto.
In this recipe you get the fat bomb experience but without any effort as you are using only three ingredients. These make great snacks when you need something to keep you going, but you can also use them as an appetizer or as party food. Don’t skip on the lime juice though, because it keeps the avocado from turning brown and gives these bombs a real zing!
Vanilla Fat Bombs Dipped In Chocolate Recipe [Paleo, Keto, Sugar-Free, Low-Carb, Dairy-Free]
– Keto Summit
![Vanilla Fat Bombs Dipped In Chocolate Recipe [Paleo, Keto, Sugar-Free, Low-Carb, Dairy-Free]](https://cdn.ketosummit.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Vanilla-Fat-bombs-Dipped-In-Chocolate-.jpg)
Ingredients: coconut butter, coconut milk, unsweetened shredded coconut, vanilla extract, Stevia, 100% dark chocolate.
Fat bombs are usually easy and quick to make as they involve very little cooking, and can be useful as a treat or if you need a pick-you-up in the middle of the day. In these ones the vanilla and coconut complement each other really well. If you don’t like too much mess, thread each bomb onto a cocktail stick before dipping, to avoid chocolate going everywhere – especially if the kids are helping!
Raspberry White Chocolate Fat Bombs
– Keto Summit
Ingredients: coconut butter, coconut milk, coconut oil, cacao butter, vanilla extract, freeze-dried raspberries, stevia.
These little treats taste as good as they look! They have a great creamy texture, but with a fruity hit from the freeze-dried raspberries. They make wonderful gifts as they look so good, or would be great served at a birthday party for any age! Store them in the fridge if you have any left over as they soften quickly at room temperature.
Cardamom Orange Walnut Truffles
– Keto Summit
Ingredients: almond butter (or walnut butter), coconut oil, orange zest, walnuts, unsweetened coconut flakes (or shredded coconut), cardamom, cacao powder, stevia, unsweetened shredded coconut.
These truffles are filled with the flavors of Christmas but can be made anytime! They are packed with nuts and healthy fats with the earthy notes of cardamom and all of this is set off beautifully by the freshness of the orange zest. To make these even more festive if you are making these at Christmas you can mix some more orange zest with the coconut for the coating!
Almond Butter Fudge
– Keto Summit
Ingredients: almond butter (unsweetened), coconut oil, coconut milk, vanilla extract, stevia.
Here is a great recipe when you need to make something sweet but are short on time, as it takes just a few minutes to prepare. This fudge is rich and delicious and would be a fantastic idea for a coffee morning with the girls, or as a quick energy boost if you find yourself flagging in the afternoon. These candies are made in a tray but you could use individual paper cases or muffin cups.
Bacon & Egg Fat Bombs
– Keto Diet Blog
Ingredients: eggs, butter or ghee, mayonnaise, ground black pepper, salt, bacon.
Never heard of savory fat bombs before? Well be prepared to be amazed! These egg bombs taste so good and have a wonderful crispy bacon coating to set these off really well. Eating one or two for breakfast would certainly get you off to a good start in the morning, but if you make these into smaller balls before coating, you could serve these as finger foods for a party.
Fat Bomb
– Keto Adapted
Ingredients: cocoa butter, Swerve confectioners, lemon extract, Celtic sea salt, Swerve, lemon juice, eggs, lemon peel, coconut oil.
This recipe is quick and easy to follow, letting you make healthy fat bombs whenever you need them. Like any other recipe that uses sweetener, we recommend you taste the mixture while you add it to let you get to the level of sweetness you prefer. Store these in the fridge as they soften at room temperature.
Strawberry Cheesecake Fat Bombs (Contains Dairy)
– Low Carb So Simple
Ingredients: strawberries, cream cheese, butter or coconut oil, powdered erythritol or liquid stevia, vanilla bean or vanilla extract.
The flavor of these strawberry fat bombs is amazing! It reminds you of a good strawberry cheesecake ice cream and would make a lovely dessert to serve after a dinner party. These strawberry treats will impress even your non-keto friends and they will never know they are low-carb. You can vary the flavor by using raspberries or blueberries instead.
Butter Pecan Fat Bombs
– Fluffy Chix Cook
Ingredients: pecan, grass-fed butter, sea salt.
If you are a fan of savory fat bombs, these ones are a great way of keeping up your energy levels during a busy day. The nuts look so good sandwiched together with the butter filling, but for an easier idea you can add all the ingredients into a blender, blitz them up and spoon into an ice cube tray – not such a good look but all the flavor!
Almond Pistachio Fat Bomb
– The Healthy Foodie
Photo Credit: Sonia from The Healthy Foodie
Ingredients: cacao butter, almond butter, coconut butter, coconut oil, full-fat coconut milk, ghee, vanilla extract, chai spice, almond extract, himalayan salt, raw shelled pistachios.
These fat bombs have more of a fudge consistency and are super-smooth inside, setting off the texture of the chopped nuts on the top. I find that chai spice works well with most nuts and gives the fudge a wonderful flavor. If you are not keen on pistachios, you can top the fudge pieces with almond halves or just serve it without the decoration.
Bulletproof Coffee Drops
– A Girl Worth Saving
Photo Credit: Kelly from A Girl Worth Saving
Ingredients: organic grass-fed butter, organic coconut oil, cinnamon powder, sea salt.
The idea of these wonderful coffee drops is that you make your coffee and drop one of these in then blend the two together for a richer flavor with hints of cinnamon, a perfect way to jazz up your coffee on a chilly day, but also a great idea for serving at Christmas. You even get cinnamon-flavored foam floating on top of the coffee.
Keto Choconut Almond Butter Cups
– The Healthy Foodie
Photo Credit: Sonia from The Healthy Foodie
Ingredients: cacao paste, coconut oil, vanilla powder, Ceylon cinnamon, almond extract, almond butter, coconut oil, coconut oil, coconut butter, raw almonds, coconut flakes.
The layers in these fat bomb beauties are so impressive and make the treats look very professionally made! There is no sweetener used in this recipe but the flavors of the chocolate, vanilla and nut butter more than compensate. These can be stored in the fridge for a few weeks and brought out when you need that energy boost or to increase your fat intake.
Keto Macaroon Fat Bombs
– The Nourished Caveman
Photo Credit: Vivica from The Nourished Caveman
Ingredients: almond flour, shredded coconut, Swerve, vanilla extract, coconut oil, egg whites.
Fat bombs can be a useful source of healthy fats to boost energy. These macaroon bombs are delicious, with a slight crunch from the outside to a soft and indulgent center. They should be a golden brown color on the outside, making them look as good as they taste! Don’t worry if they are not identical – they are homemade and not machine-made!
Ultimate Keto Ice-Cream aka Frozen Fat Bomb
– Keto Diet Blog
Ingredients: extra virgin coconut oil, butter, egg yolks, Erythritol, Stevia extract, coconut milk, vanilla beans or home-made vanilla extract.
When I tried this recipe I found the ice cream was very creamy and had a fantastic flavor and I use it as a dessert quite often, especially when I am entertaining. If you are trying this recipe but don’t have an ice cream maker it may take a while to get the right consistency but the extra effort is really worth it! You can even add pureed fruit or cacao powder for a different flavor of ice cream.
And if these delicious fat bombs don’t satisfy your sweet tooth…
Check out our master list of 60+ ketogenic dessert recipes! There’s everything from cookies, to brownies, cakes, and more!
