51+ Keto Holiday Recipes | Plan a Low Carb, Sugar-Free Holiday Menu
/Keto should be treated like a lifestyle, not a restrictive diet. Over the holiday months, it's all about balance and having some Keto Holiday Recipes on the table with the wonderful holiday flavors, without completely derailing your journey to living a healthier lifestyle.
Eating healthy shouldn't mean missing out on holiday family dinners and even if you are trying to make healthier food choices it’s okay to have some of your “not so healthy” favorites here and there and try some of these twists on your favorite classics to make your meal a little bit lighter. we've even got healthy desserts on the list!
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Keto Holiday Drink Recipes
Just because you’re on a low-carb diet doesn’t mean you can’t indulge in a delicious keto cocktail, or mocktail with friends (or alone with your fave Christmas rom-com –you do you ;). Try out one of these Keto drink recipes to help you get your drink on with out all the sugar!
Creamy Delicious Keto Eggnog
Creamy delicious Keto Eggnog is a Christmas or New Year’s party in a glass. The classic sweet custard drink made sugar-free with a hint of nutmeg and cinnamon.
Grab the full recipe here at www.exploremomma.com
Keto Wild Berry Zinger Mimosa
An easy to make Wild Berry Zinger Mimosa Low Carb that is a lovely sparkling and sweet cocktail with a non-alcoholic option that is perfect for any celebration.
Grab the full recipe here at www.beautyandthefoodie.com
Low Carb Holiday Fruit Punch
Low Carb Holiday Fruit Punch is Just 3 ingredients that are quick to mix up give you all the flavor and fun colors of punch but without so many carbs and sugar! Only 1.1 net carb per serving!
Grab the full recipe here at myproductivebackyard.com
Low-Carb Irish Cream Liqueur
This Low-Carb Irish Cream Liqueur makes a lovely after-dinner drink. This recipe tastes like the real thing, but with fewer carbs.
Grab the full recipe here at simplysohealthy.com
Sugar-Free Homemade Keto Eggnog
Deliciously smooth and perfectly creamy. This Sugar-Free Homemade Keto Eggnog Recipe made with Almond Milk is a must on the table during your next holiday season.
Grab the full recipe here at lowcarb-nocarb.com
Holiday Cranberry Mocktail
This Holiday Cranberry Mocktail is perfect for your next Christmas or holiday celebration! It’s lightly sweet and bubbly and completely Whole30 compliant, made with simple ingredients like 100% cranberry juice, 100% apple juice, and seltzer (and no alcohol).
Grab the full recipe here at cookathomemom.com
Keto Holiday Appetizer Recipes
You know what every holiday party and celebration needs? Plenty of keto appetizers and small plates to nibble on. And trust me there are plenty of easy, delicious low-carb holiday appetizers you can make that even not keto-ers would still enjoy too!
Keto Savory Bacon Cranberry Cheese Tartlets
These savory bacon cranberry cheese tarts are a winner with a buttery almond pie crust and a filling made with bacon, dried cranberries, and the oh so delicious, melted cheese with a sprinkle of fresh thyme.
Grab the full recipe here at beautyandthefoodie.com
Keto Snake Bites
Bacon-wrapped jalapeno poppers are the perfect real food appetizer for holiday parties. These mouthwatering little bites have a kick to them, so keep a drink handy!
Grab the full recipe here at healthychristianhome.com
Baked Crab Dip with Bell Peppers for Scooping
Maryland style cream cheese crab dip is an easy keto appetizer and trust me, the best crab dip recipes come from nowhere other than Maryland. I prefer my crab dip served hot but you can also serve this as a cold crab dip recipe.
Grab the full recipe here at meganseelinger.com
Keto Baked Brie
This recipe for keto baked brie is not only gluten-free, sugar-free, and keto-friendly but is extremely delicious and easy to make! It features an entire wheel of brie and homemade sugar-free cranberry sauce all wrapped up in a keto pastry crust!
Grab the full recipe here at fittiservegroup.com
Keto Sausage Pizza Bites
The flavors of pizza in a delicious Keto and gluten free bite; perfect for parties, appetizers or snacks! Ready in 30 minutes and only 1 net carb each!
Grab the full recipe at myproductivebackyard.com
Butternut Squash Goat Cheese Dip With Tart Cherry Compote
This butternut squash dip is made with goat cheese and cream cheese for a super creamy texture then topped with a festive tart cherry compote. The perfect holiday appetizer!
Grab the full recipe here at runningtothekitchen.com
Keto Crab Rangoon Dip
There's nothing more impressive and tasty than this Crab Rangoon Dip! Make it ahead then pop it in the oven before sharing with your guests. Loaded with sweet, tender crab and a bit of a kick, it'll impress everyone!
Grab the full recipe here at ketocookingwins.com
Paleo Butternut Squash Soup
Paleo Butternut Squash Soup is the BEST comfort soup and it really gives off the fall vibes! Naturally, it’s gluten-free and vegan friendly, made with whole ingredients!
Grab the full recipe at hellospoonful.com
Keto Spinach Roulade with Smoked Salmon and Caviar
Super simple to make, this Keto Spinach Roulade with Smoked Salmon and Caviar is a perfect Gluten-Free and Low Carb Cold Appetizer or a Canape to make for your next party or gathering.
Grab the full recipe here at lowcarb-nocarb.com
Keto Holiday Side Dish Recipes
If you're living a keto lifestyle the holidays can seem daunting, but you can still enjoy some mashed potatoes and stuffing, don’t deprive yourself. With that being said, it’s also a good idea to have keto-friendly side dish options on the table as well. Consider trying some of these healthier twists on some of your holiday dinner side dish favorites.
Instant Pot or Crockpot Keto Garlic Mashed Cauliflower
The easiest way to make Keto mashed cauliflower in the crockpot or instant pot, the perfect mashed potatoes alternative if you are looking for a low carb option. This Cauliflower Mash recipe is buttery, the perfect consistency, and of course Keto friendly.
Grab the full recipe here at www.meganseelinger.com
Keto Greenbean Casserole
This low carb, Keto-friendly green bean casserole recipe was a huge hit with the whole family. My dad even said it was better than the “not healthy” green bean casserole we usually have.
Grab the full recipe here at www.meganseelinger.com
Air Fryer Acorn Squash (Paleo)
This Paleo Air Fryer Acorn Squash recipe is roasted to perfection with buttery ghee, sweet maple syrup, and nutty, crunchy hazelnuts. It’s the perfect Vegetarian, Paleo, and Gluten-Free friendly side dish for a holiday celebration or a weeknight dinner!
Grab the full recipe here at www.cookathomemom.com
Keto Green Beans with Cranberries, bacon and Goat Cheese
These green beans with cranberries, bacon and goat cheese are a healthy addition to your Thanksgiving table that doesn’t skimp on flavor.
Grab the full recipe here at www.runningtothekitchen.com
Keto Stuffing with Sausage, Fruit and Pecans
The best stuffing recipe, hands down. Bring this savory treat to your holiday table and watch it disappear before the stuffings made with gluten. You’ll love the classic ingredients and wonderful flavors.
Grab the full recipe here at www.eatbeautiful.com
Keto Baked Zucchini Casserole
slices of zucchini doused in a luscious Monterey jack cheese sauce. This is the perfect side dish for any holiday dinner.
Grab the full recipe here at www.jenniferbanz.com
Keto Spiced Cranberry Sauce
This cranberry sauce is the perfect blend of sweet and tart. The warm scent of cloves and fresh taste of orange make it truly delectable. It will be a welcome addition to your Thanksgiving day table
Grab the full recipe here at www.simplysohealthy.com
Keto Gluten-Free Cornbread Dressing
If you're on the keto diet and miss cornbread dressing, you are in luck! This Keto Cornbread Dressing is actually made with no corn, even though it tastes like the real thing! It's made with coconut flour, sausage, onions, celery, and more deliciousness.
Grab the full recipe here at www.ohsnapletseat.com
Keto Pull-Apart Clover Rolls
Soft, fluffy and cheesy, these low carb, gluten-free, Keto Pull Apart Clover Rolls are unbelievable good!
Grab the full recipe here at www.beautyandthefoodie.com
Keto Stove Top Stuffing
This is seriously THE BEST keto stove top stuffing recipe! It makes the most delicious side dish for Thanksgiving or Christmas.
Grab the full recipe here at www.homemadeheather.com
Keto Parmesan and Bacon Brussel Sprouts
Brussels sprouts are a must with any holiday feast, and when you make these Parmesan Brussels Sprouts with Bacon, they'll be the hit of the table!
Grab the full recipe here at www.ketocookingwins.com
Creamy Coleslaw
Creamy whole30 coleslaw recipe, no mayo, made with a creamy vegan dressing. It is a healthy keto and paleo coleslaw that delivers creaminess and crunchiness with only fresh whole ingredients.
Grab the recipe here at www.healthytasteoflife.com
Jalapeno & Cheddar Keto Cornbread
A buttery keto cornbread that goes perfectly with a bowl of chili. For anyone on a low carb diet who is missing a good cornbread, you’re going to love how easy and delicious this keto cornbread recipe is.
Grab this recipe here at www.meganseelinger.com
Garlic Almond Roasted Green beans
This recipe for Low-Carb Roasted Green Beans is easy to make, but elegant enough for a holiday meal. If you’re looking for a green bean recipe for Thanksgiving, look no further.
Get the full recipe here at www.simplysohealthy.com
Balsamic-Glazed Roasted Brussel Sprouts
These easy roasted brussel sprouts with balsamic glaze are quick and delicious! Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, with a sweet and sticky balsamic glaze. Meet your new favorite vegetable!
Grab the full recipe here at www.paleoscaleo.com
Keto Garlic Bacon Sautéed Green Beans with Roasted Mushrooms
Garlic Bacon Sautéed Green Beans with Roasted Mushrooms make a great Thanksgiving side dish. This dish is loaded with flavor, and a lot more fresh-tasting than the traditional green bean casserole, and fits perfectly if you’re trying to maintain a keto diet over the holidays.
Grab the full recipe here at www.goodlifeeats.com
Low Carb Garlic Cheddar Biscuits
These garlic cheddar biscuits are buttery and moist with a tasty flavor. They are the perfect addition to a low carb thanksgiving dinner!
Grab the full recipe here at www.meganseelinger.com
Keto Holiday Dinner Main Course Recipes
When it comes to hosting holiday feasts, of course, you want everyone to be eager to dive in and are well fed before leaving the dinner table, but nowadays it can be tricky trying to take into account everyone's dietary needs. With these holiday entrees, you are sure to whip up a meal everyone will enjoy.
Ninja Foodi (pressure cooker) Pot Roast
Nothing says comfort food like savory, tender pot roast. Save time this Thanksgiving by making it in your Ninja Foodi or Instant Pot! Add your favorite low carb vegetables right to the pot, and dinner is served.
Grab the full recipe here at www.curbingcarbs.com
Simple Keto Ham with Fancy Dipping Sauces
A basic non-sweet low carb Keto ham recipe and 4 sauces to give variety and delicious flavor!
Grab the full recipe here at www.myproductivebackyard.com
Keto Slow-Roasted Turkey
One of the easiest ways to roast a turkey is to cook it slowly in the oven overnight. The result is a succulent, tender bird and it's SO simple
Grab the full recipe here at www.nourishedkitchen.com
Instant Pot Turkey Breast with Garlic Butter Gravy
With this recipe for Instant Pot Turkey Breast with Garlic Butter Gravy you can make moist and juicy turkey and gravy in less than an hour! So easy and so delicious, you will not only want to make this for Thanksgiving but all year long as well
Grab the full recipe here at www.recipesfromapantry.com
Melt-in-your-Mouth Prime Rib
This Melt-in-your-Mouth Prime Rib Recipe is a holiday favorite and has thousands of 5-star reviews! It's Keto-friendly, Paleo, Whole30 and loaded with flavor.
Grab the full recipe here at www.foodieandwine.com
Keto Holiday Desserts
So, you are following a keto lifestyle, and think you can’t have any holiday desserts this year? Heck yes you can! You can easily use ingredients like almond flour and monkfruit sweeteners to make your favorite dessert recipes low carb and sugar-free. Check out these festive and tasty keto holiday dessert recipes!
No-Bake Keto Pumpkin Cheesecake
No-Bake Keto Pumpkin Cheesecake is the perfect guilt-free Thanksgiving dessert. The secret is using almond flour instead of regular flour for the crust and replacing the sugar with a natural, keto-friendly sweetener.
Grab the full recipe here at www.meganseelinger.com
Keto Chocolate Peppermint Bark
Four simple ingredients come together quickly to create a beautiful crowd-pleasing treat you will be proud of! Bark is one of the easiest things to make!
Grab the full recipe here at myproductivebackyard.com
Sugar-Free Chocolate Oranges
These sugar-free chocolate oranges have a chocolate orange ganache filling and look so great adorning your Thanksgiving dessert table!
Grab the full recipe here at keenforketo.com
Keto Eggnog Cookies
These soft keto eggnog cookies will become a new holiday staple in your house. They are soft, tender, and cake-like in texture but with just the right about of eggnog flavor.
Grab the full recipe here at ketokeuhnnutrition.com
Keto Pumpkin Spice Flourless Muffin Minis
These Keto Pumpkin Muffin Minis are the perfect low carb breakfast muffins or a sugar-free Keto sweet snack that the whole family, even non-Keto-ers will love!
Grab the full recipe here at www.meganseelinger.com
Low Carb Spiced Carrot Cake
A delicious low carb recipe for spiced keto carrot cake, it's packed with cinnamon, ginger, pecans, and a hint of orange all topped with cream cheese frosting.
Grab the full recipe here at www.explorermomma.com
5 Minute Pumpkin Mug Cake
This mug cake recipe is gluten-free and only takes 5 minutes to make with only a few staple ingredients like almond flour, coconut flour, pumpkin pie spice, butter, and pumpkin puree.
Grab the full recipe here at www.thezhush.com
Keto Pumpkin Bread With Cream Cheese Frosting
Keto Pumpkin Bread that’s easy to make, delicious and gluten free? Yes this really is THE best low carb pumpkin bread made with almond and coconut flour and packed with warming spices
Grab the full recipe here at www.supergoldenbakes.com
Keto Classic Pumpkin Pie (Keto)
There’s nothing like a delicious and decadent Keto Pumpkin Pie on Thanksgiving Day. The same classic pumpkin pie you’re used to without all the carbs. The perfect combination of creamy, spicy pumpkin in every bite.
Grab the full recipe here at www.everydayketogenic.com
Keto Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie
This creamy and decadent keto chocolate peanut butter pie recipe uses almond flour and cream cheese! It's also gluten-free, sugar-free, and grain-free!
Grab the full recipe at kimandkalee.com
Low Carb Berry Rhubarb Crumble
Incredibly delicious Low Carb Strawberry Raspberry Crumble for when you are craving a summer crumble with fresh berries and rhubarb
Grab the full recipe here at mooreorlesscooking.com
Keto No-Bake Cranberry Cheesecake Minis
Enjoy a holiday keto no-bake cranberry cheesecake that is rich creamy and is sure to be the star of your holiday dessert table. And since it’s also grain-free and low in carbs it’s a perfect keto-friendly treat.
