31 Keto Pudding Recipes to Please Your Palate
The next time you crave something sweet, reach for this recipe collection. Any one of these delish puddings will make an indulging dessert, and it might be hard to believe they are actually healthy.
We’ll get started with a section of mouthwatering Keto chocolate pudding recipes. When it comes to chocolate, I always go for as dark as possible (preferably 80-90%). If you find the flavor too bitter, you can try 70% or add a bit of your favorite Keto sweetener.
You’ll find traditional flavors, as well as surprising ones…I bet you wouldn’t have thought of adding cayenne pepper in your chocolate pudding! It’s a flavor combination that is sure to please your palate.
There are various vanilla puddings on the list, also. Use vanilla extract if that’s what you have at hand, but I find using real vanilla beans gives me the tastiest result.
My favorite pudding recipes are the ones using chia seeds. These tiny seeds are packed with nutrients; iron and calcium, Omega-3 acids and antioxidants. Chia seeds are also a great source of fiber, which makes them great for anyone on a Keto diet. I also love the texture, although for some it may take a while to get used to.
To make one of the easiest Keto pudding recipes ever, check out this video from Karen and Eric!
Here are just a few of the keto pudding recipes we’ve included:
- Keto Chocolate Pudding
- Low-Carb Instant Pot Chocolate Pudding Cake
- Keto Vanilla Pudding (Contains Dairy)
- Keto Mocha Chia Pudding
- Brownie Batter Chia Seed Pudding
- Keto Mint Chip Pudding
- Chia Pudding Breakfast Bowl
- Chilled Pumpkin Pie Pudding
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Keto Chocolate Pudding Recipes
Keto Chocolate Pudding
– Keto Summit
Ingredients: eggs, 100% dark chocolate, erythritol, ghee.
There can be very little as satisfying at the end of a lovely meal than a dish of chocolate pudding! Smooth and creamy and totally delicious, this low carb recipe is suitable for keto diets and is also low in calories, so could be helpful on a weight loss plan. So just because you are following a food regime, there is no need to miss out on the pudding!
Paleo Chocolate Pudding
– Paleo Flourish
Ingredients: eggs, 70% dark chocolate, ghee.
This wonderfully easy, 3-ingredient pudding can add a touch of luxury to a Paleo meal. It is quick and so simple to make and the result is a dreamy light pudding. If you have tried this before and need to ramp up the flavors a bit, you could also add in some orange extract for a classic chocolate orange combination. This dish would be great on a sugar free diet too.
Low-Carb Instant Pot Chocolate Pudding Cake
– Ditch the Carbs
Photo Credit: Libby from Ditch The Carbs
Ingredients: eggs, almond meal/flour, coconut flour, cocoa powder unsweetened, coconut milk, butter, granulated sweetener of choice, vanilla extract, baking powder, boiling water.
Now this is something I never thought I would see on the keto diet – chocolate cake with fudge sauce – really?! Yes, it is true, even on the keto diet you can splurge on chocolate cake occasionally! This cake is low in carbs, gluten and grain free and makes the perfect celebration cake or dessert for a dinner party. The sauce thickens and sinks under the cake as it cooks, so don’t be tempted to stir it in!
Paleo Chocolate Mint Pudding
– Beauty and the Foodie
Photo Credit: Stacey from Beauty and the Foodie
Ingredients: coconut milk, egg yolk, cocoa powder, erythritol, coconut oil, vanilla extract, mint extract, gelatin, cold water.
Isn’t it great how mint and chocolate go together? In this indulgent chocolate pudding recipe, you have the option to make it dairy free and low carb, depending on the sweetener you use. The recipe uses gelatine which is good for strong hair and nails so you get the health benefits as well as a delicious dessert. If you can’t have eggs you can omit the yolks and increase the gelatine instead.
Coconut Milk Chocolate Pudding
– Coconut Mama
Photo Credit: Tiffany from The Coconut Mama
Ingredients: coconut milk, soy free chocolate chips, powdered gelatin or Agar Agar Flakes, purified water, vanilla extract, salt.
In this day and age, when we are more and more concerned by obesity in our families, and especially in our kids, it can be a great idea to make healthy, sugar free puddings instead of relying on store bought alternatives. That is where recipes like this low carb one come in! You can still have all the flavor and texture you need, but without any of the added nasties
Extra Dark Paleo Chocolate Pudding
– The Healthy Foodie
Photo Credit: Sonia from The Healthy Foodie
Ingredients: egg, avocado, full fat canned coconut milk, dried fig (omit), cacao powder, carob powder, instant coffee, Himalayan salt, Ceylon cinnamon, vanilla flavored whey protein powder, hazelnuts, unsweetened shredded coconut.
One of the best things about this pudding is the rich and creamy texture you get from the avocado, which adds a touch of luxury to this dessert. Then when you add in the dried fig, hazelnuts, and coconut, you add in a ton of texture which makes this dark chocolate dish even better. This would make a great finish to a grownup, healthy dinner party!
Keto Mexican Chocolate Pudding
– Keto Diet App
Ingredients: avocado, cacao powder, confectioners Swerve or Erythritol, cinnamon, cayenne pepper, vanilla extract.
If your family has problems with dairy, it can be a bit tricky to find puddings that you can serve, but this Mexican inspired dessert is totally dairy and nut free and compatible with the keto diet. The addition of the cayenne and cinnamon give this dish the boost of heat, making it a great idea for a pudding you can serve on a chilly day, or as part of Taco Tuesday!
Chocolate Pudding
– Maria Mind Body Health
Ingredients: avocados, cocoa powder, chocolate unsweetened almond milk or coconut milk, Swerve confectioners.
Because this paleo pudding is a lighter shade than some, it reminds me of a pudding we used to enjoy as kids. This recipe is more kid friendly than some as the chocolate is not too bitter, but the texture is light and smooth. And please don’t worry, you simply can’t tell that there is avocado in there at all! This pudding tastes best eaten right away, as it does not freeze well.
Keto Vanilla Pudding Recipes
Keto Chia Seed Pudding – Vanilla Flavored (Contains Dairy)
– Low Carb Yum
Photo Credit: Lisa from Low Carb Yum
Ingredients: heavy cream, full fat coconut milk or unsweetened almond milk, salt, stevia, vanilla extract, chia seeds.
Chia seeds are not only a good source of nutrition and fiber, but they also give low carb puddings a great texture. They can take on the flavors of other ingredients quite well, and if you are following this recipe for vanilla pudding, you can jazz it up by serving it with some fresh berries to add a touch more color and vibrant flavor.
Low Carb Vanilla Pudding (Contains Dairy)
– Low Carb Maven
Ingredients: heavy cream, almond milk, Sukrin 1 (or Swerve Granulated), cornstarch (omit), salt, eggs, egg yolks, vanilla, stevia glycerite, butter, gelatin powder, water.
Here is the best recipe to use of you remember the vanilla pudding we grew up with! This one is sugar-free but so thick and creamy, and it is comfort food in a bowl, especially if you need a little treat to cheer you up. This makes a good dish to serve to anyone who has been unwell, or has a poor appetite, as it is easy to eat, but it does involve dairy, so watch the carbs!
Keto Vanilla Pudding (Contains Dairy)
– My Keto Kitchen
Ingredients: heavy cream, vanilla bean, egg yolks, erythritol.
This great recipe gives you a creamy vanilla pudding that would suit with just about any diet. It is gluten and grain free and low in carbs, but it does contain dairy, so maybe just for special days! If you find it difficult to source vanilla beans or pods near you, feel free to substitute vanilla essence or extract, whatever suits with your eating plan.
Low Carb Vanilla Pudding (Contains Dairy)
– Step Away from The Carbs
Ingredients: ricotta, water, sugar free vanilla flavor Jello powder.
This recipe is a great one to keep in your collection for those days when someone turns up for lunch unexpectedly, as the dish takes less than five minutes to make, but gives you a creamy and unctuous pudding that even the picky eaters will enjoy. This is a low carb recipe which is also wallet-friendly, so it would be perfect for larger families, or even poor students!
Low Carb Vanilla Pudding (Contains Dairy)
– Ketogenic Diet Plans
Ingredients: heavy cream, water or almond milk, salt, Granulated Splenda or equivalent sugar substitute, egg yolks, vanilla.
Here is another simple recipe for delicious vanilla pudding that is grain and gluten free and low in carbs. This recipe is compatible with the Keto diet, but could also fit with other eating plans. If you want to experiment with other flavors, you could try adding in some coffee or cocoa instead of some of the water, but the vanilla pudding is a firm favorite in our house.
Keto Chia Pudding Recipes
Cinnamon Chocolate Keto Chia Pudding
– Keto Summit
Ingredients: unsweetened cacao powder, cinnamon powder, chia seeds, coconut or almond milk, vanilla extract, stevia.
Cinnamon and chocolate are flavors that remind me of Christmas, but this flavor-filled dessert can be enjoyed any time! The chia seeds give this pudding a great consistency yet keep it low carb. This pudding can be used as a dessert, served for a quick and easy breakfast or poured into small jars for a snack on the go. Any small jars with lids would be ideal for storing this pudding in the fridge and they can be a useful addition to a lunchbox for work or school.
Keto Mocha Chia Pudding
– Keto Summit
Ingredients: unsweetened cacao powder, chia seeds, espresso, coconut cream, stevia.
If you are a fan of puddings, but are a bit fed up with the usual vanilla and chocolate ones, perhaps you would like to try a mocha pudding instead? This recipe combines chocolate and coffee flavors to give a tasty treat that you can enjoy any time of day. Chia seeds are full of antioxidants and have been shown to help regulate blood glucose levels, so now is your chance to try a chia pudding!
Chocolate Chia Pudding
– Paleo Flourish
Ingredients: unsweetened cocoa powder, unsweetened coconut milk, chia seeds, unsweetened shredded coconut, spices and/or sweetener of choice.
This recipe makes a delicious chocolate pudding that the whole family will enjoy and they won’t even notice that it is healthy! The chia seeds are a good protein source and give the pudding a smooth and creamy texture and there is a good level of chocolate flavor coming through. I like to make this the night before I need it so that the seeds have the right amount of time to swell and then all you have to do is stir and serve.
Strawberry Matcha Chia Pudding
– Paleo Flourish
Ingredients: matcha powder, coconut milk, chia seeds, strawberries.
Matcha green tea gives this paleo dessert a lovely fresh taste, and when the chia seeds expand and take in the liquid, you end up with a satisfying dessert with hidden pieces of fresh strawberry hidden inside. If you don’t have a cup with a lid then you can use any jar or container that has a tight-fitting lid to shake up the mixture. Serve with chopped strawberries on the top for a dessert that is pleasing to the eye and the taste buds!
Quick Coconut & Chia Seed Pudding
– The Healthy Foodie
Photo Credit: Sonia from The Healthy Foodie
Ingredients: unsweetened coconut, chia seeds, full fat coconut milk, coconut water (omit), pure vanilla extract, Himalayan salt, fresh raspberries.
Chia seeds are not only good for providing protein, they also give puddings a lovely texture and don’t take too long to swell up and absorb all the liquid. These puddings are great for family desserts, but can also be placed in jars and packed in a lunchbox. Just serve this with some fresh fruit or berries and you have a satisfying dessert for the whole family.
Mocha Chia Pudding
– The Nourished Caveman
Photo Credit: Vivica from The Nourished Caveman
Ingredients: herbal coffee, dry chia seeds, coconut cream – undiluted, vanilla extract, Swerve, cacao nibs.
Just because this recipe is for a pudding, you are not restricted to when you can enjoy it! If you like coffee and chocolate together, you can eat this for breakfast, dessert, or as a healthy snack during the day. This pudding tastes rich and indulgent but is not heavy on the digestive system. If you don’t like coffee you can simply make this a chocolate pudding and miss out the coffee part!
Chia Seed Pudding
– Coconut Mama
Photo Credit: Tiffany from The Coconut Mama
Ingredients: coconut milk, chia seeds, sweetener, vanilla extract.
If you can interest your kids in eating chia seed puddings, this can be a really useful source of antioxidants and high levels of calcium to encourage strong teeth and bones. If they are not keen on the texture, you might find it easier if you blend the seeds first, so you don’t get as chunky a feel in the mouth. If you are sweetening this pudding with maple syrup, you have a vegan dessert that everyone can enjoy!
Brownie Batter Chia Seed Pudding
– Ditch the Wheat
Photo Credit: Carol from Ditch The Wheat
Ingredients: coconut milk, cocoa powder, sweetener (stevia or monk fruit), lemon juice, Himalayan sea salt, chia seeds.
Even though you are all grown up, I bet you are like me and still get tempted to lick the bowl after baking! This wonderful gluten-free pudding recipe tastes just like brownie batter, so you could indulge those childhood memories, but without all the added sugars! It has the added texture and goodness from the chia seeds, then serve with some fresh fruit, berries or chopped nuts.
Low-Carb Berry Chia Pudding
– Keto Diet App
Ingredients: chia seeds, coconut milk, water or almond milk, cinnamon, Erythritol or Swerve, stevia extract, berries.
Here is a lovely low carb recipe for a chia pudding that is simple to make, but is quite pretty and would make a good dessert served in a lovely glass. Leaving some of the berries whole gives you a burst of fruity flavor as you eat, but because you can use frozen berries this pudding is cheaper to make than some. Chia seed puddings can be made the day before for a quick breakfast too.
Other Keto Pudding Recipes
Keto Mint Chip Pudding
– A Girl Worth Saving
Photo Credit: Kelly from A Girl Worth Saving
Ingredients: coconut oil, cacao powder, stevia, coconut milk, peppermint oil, avocado.
Here is another pudding recipe that benefits from the load of healthy fats included in the avocado. Not only that, but it gives the pudding a thick and creamy texture that you can’t usually achieve without thickeners. This dish has the classic combination of mint and chocolate, and would be a lovely refreshing dish for a summer keto friendly dinner party.
Keto Pistachio Pudding Pie (Contains Dairy)
– I Breathe I’m Hungry
Photo Credit: Mellissa from I Breathe I’m Hungry
Ingredients: mascarpone cheese, heavy whipping cream, unsweetened almond milk, sugar free pistachio pudding mix, confectioners style powdered erythritol, vanilla extract, pistachios.
If you like the flavor of pistachio, here is another helpful recipe to add to your collection! This keto dessert is low in carbs and full of flavor and has a wonderfully subtle green color. You can choose to top the pudding with cream, or simply scatter over some finely chopped nuts. This dish would be good for a dinner party, as it is very filling, so you could serve smaller portions.
Creamy Coconut Milk Pudding (Contains Dairy)
– Low Carb Yum
Photo Credit: Lisa from Low Carb Yum
Ingredients: unsweetened shredded coconut, granular monk fruit sweetener, cream cheese, egg, heavy cream or coconut cream, coconut milk, coconut extract, vanilla extract.
This is one of those versatile low carb recipes that gives you the option to use dairy or make the same dish dairy free. The regular way is to use cream cheese to thicken the pudding and this makes it filling and very creamy. If you enjoy coconut, you will love this pudding, and you can even use more shredded coconut to decorate the top.
Probiotic Mint Chocolate Blueberry Avocado Protein Pudding (with hidden kale!)
– The Curious Coconut
Photo Credit: The Curious Coconut
Ingredients: hass avocado, blueberries, Perfect Supplements Hydrolyzed Collagen, Perfect Supplements Fermented Kale Powder, fresh mint leaves, cocoa or carob powder, lime juice.
Now please don’t be put off by the title of this dish – it’s actually really simple to make! This is another dessert that takes its rich texture from avocado, but has the added antioxidants we get from blueberries. For an even richer chocolaty flavor you can sub in CoBionic Indulgence Collagen. Because this is a probiotic protein pudding, this would be a good one for the little ones too, after all, they need all the goodness they can get!
Chia Pudding Breakfast Bowl
– Savory Lotus
Photo Credit: Katja from Savory Lotus
Ingredients: full fat coconut milk, dates (omit), vanilla extract, chia seeds, toppings: raspberries, blueberries, kiwis, almond, coconut flakes,
pumpkin seeds.
One of the great things about chia seed puddings is that they can be eaten any time, and can be made the night before and eaten for breakfast. This recipe shows you how to turn it into a healthy meal in the morning, with the added freshness of fruit or nuts. I like to use this for the family breakfast during the warm weather as it fills you but is fresh tasting and quite light.
Easy Blackberry Bread Pudding Cake
– Beauty and the Foodie
Photo Credit: Stacey from Beauty and the Foodie
Ingredients: butter or coconut oil, erythritol, blackberries, eggs, unsweetened almond milk or coconut milk, warm water, vanilla extract, cinnamon, baking soda, apple cider vinegar, coconut flour.
Here is a good example of comfort food turned into a cake! This is a grain and gluten free dessert that is packed with taste and perfect for chilly days. It can be served warm with coconut cream, or stored in the refrigerator and enjoyed chilled. If you don’t have blackberries, you can use a different fruit of your choice, but I find that berries work best here.
Chilled Pumpkin Pie Pudding
– I Breathe I’m Hungry
Photo Credit: Mellissa from I Breathe I’m Hungry
Ingredients: coconut cream, canned pumpkin, powdered stevia, cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground ginger, sea salt, vanilla extract.
This recipe would be very useful if you need something that looks great but takes very little time to prepare! With the spices associated with pumpkin pie, this pudding is rich in flavor and texture but is low carb and gluten free. Served in a pretty glass, this dessert would be great for a Halloween dinner party, or it could be used as a healthy alternative to pumpkin pie.
Strawberry “Pudding”
– Maria Mind Body Health
Ingredients: avocado, organic strawberries, strawberry extract, Stevia glycerite, Celtic sea salt.
If you have picky eaters in the family who refuse to try new things, here is a great low carb dessert that they will love! With all the freshness of the strawberries and extract, they will find it sweet enough even though it is sugar-free. If you want to mix things up a bit, this pudding can also be poured into molds and frozen, and tastes like frozen yogurt!
