Can you lose weight eating keto desserts? Absolutely. This post explores the best keto Thanksgiving desserts to make your holidays as stress-free as possible…
Who doesn't love a good dessert on Thanksgiving? There are so many awesome recipes available online that'll make your holiday as stress-free as possible. If you're eating keto in maintenance phase and you're not strictly trying to lose weight, then one day of eating a bit more carbs will NOT ruin your diet.
However, if you're still losing weight and would like to stay very low in carbs, then we have a round-up of the best keto Thanksgiving desserts for you below!
How Can I Eat Low Carb On Thanksgiving?
It's entirely possible to stay on track with keto during Thanksgiving. You'll just need to be intentional with the ingredients you use and make sure that they adhere to your personal carb allowance. Check out this Thanksgiving recipe round-up for ideas.
Can You Lose Weight Eating Keto Desserts?
Yes. If the keto desserts you include in your diet fall within your daily carb allowance, then you can still lose weight. Remember to prioritize nutrient-dense whole foods and save the desserts as a special treat.
1. No Bake Keto Pumpkin Cheesecake
This no-bake dessert is the perfect low-carb alternative to the classic Thanksgiving pumpkin pie. It uses almond flour for the crust and cream cheese as base for the filling. For sweetening, this recipe requires the Lankanto monkfruit sweetener which you can see here.
- Calories: 272.5
- Carbs: 7.6g (net)
Find this RECIPE at Megan Seelinger Coaching.
2. Sugar Free Pecan Pie
This pecan pie needs only 7 ingredients. It uses a mixture of two sweeteners to ensure it has those rich caramel undertones and a gooey texture resembling that of a classic pecan pie!
- Calories: 390
- Carbs: 2.86g (net)
Find this RECIPE at All Day I Dream About Food.
3. Healthy No Bake Cookies
These no bake almond flour cookies are a super easy sweet snack to keep the kids happy. It needs only 4 simple ingredients - almond flour, honey, butter, and sugar-free chocolate! You can throw this treat together in about 15 minutes and serve after about half and hour in the fridge.
- Calories: 193
- Carbs: 8.3g (net)
Find this RECIPE here at Living Chirpy.
4. Fluffy and Gooey Keto Cinnamon Rolls
These paleo and keto friendly cinnamon rolls have that delicious fluffy and gooey texture cinnamon rolls should have! The recipe uses active dry yeast to give the rolls that beautiful rise.
- Calories: 319
- Carbs: 4g (net)
Find this RECIPE at Gnom Gnom.
5. Keto Carrot Cake
You can use this recipe to make a delicious 8" layer cake bake carrot cake cupcakes instead! It uses a mixture of almond and coconut flour to keep it grain and gluten free.
- Calories: 355
- Carbs: 9g (net)
Find this RECIPE at Green and Keto.
6. Pumpkin Pie Keto Mug Cake
These tasty mug cakes can be made in the oven or in the microwave, if you're in the mood for a quick treat. If you're in the on your own and craving a Thanksgiving-style treat, this is the perfect dessert!
- Calories: 157
- Carbs: 4.3g (net)
Find this RECIPE at Hungry For Inspiration.
7. The Best Keto Brownies
The net carbs for this dessert is less than 2g of carbs per brownie! They only need 8 ingredients and have that fudgy texture usually lacking in keto or paleo brownies. For the best taste, make sure to use dutch cocoa powder (which is the type usually used in box mixes).
- Calories: 51
- Carbs: 1.6g
Find this RECIPE at Chocolate Covered.
8. Keto Lemon Bars
Even though pumpkin pie is a classic, sometimes it can be a bit heavy. If you'd like something a bit lighter, then these healthier lemon bars are a great option for a more refreshing Thanksgiving dessert!
- Calories: 97
- Carbs: 4.7g
Find this RECIPE at That's Low Carb?!
9. Keto Egg Custard
A healthy egg custard is a great nutrient-dense dessert option. No strange ingredients are necessary!
- Calories: 282
- Carbs: 2g
Find this RECIPE at My Keto Kitchen.
In Conclusion:
A healthy holiday is entirely possible with the right approach. Take your pick from these best keto Thanksgiving desserts to stay compliant with your nutrition guidelines while still enjoying this time of rest and relaxation.
Did You Make One Of These 9 Best Keto Thanksgiving Desserts?
If you made one of these yummy recipes that we rounded-up for you – please let us know in the comments how it turned out for you! If you have any improvements or other keto Thanksgiving desserts to share – let us and other readers know as well!
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