35 Easy Keto Snack Recipes (+Free Printable List)- Whole Lotta Yum (2024)

Finding delicious and easy Keto snacks on the go is the perfect way to help you stay on track with your keto diet when you aren't at home or need simple low carb lunch or keto friendly snacks.

These are the BEST easy keto snack recipes since they can double as easy low carb meals, keto meal prep lunches, or take to work. And most of us will agree, that munching on finger food snacks is way more fun than sitting down for a full meal!

Most of our 50 ideas are keto snack ideas but we also share our favorite snacks to buy and things you can readily eat at home when you're hungry.

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Recipes for Easy Keto Snacks

Here are favorite easy keto snack recipes for weight loss because they're high protein and made with healthy fats - both will keep you full during the day and will prevent food and sugar cravings. You'll find:

  • Easy keto snack recipes no cook
  • Easy keto snacks for work
  • Homemade keto snacks that can double as a meal
  • Savory snacks and sweet snacks too

Keto Friendly Snack Recipes

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Pepperoni Chips

Keto pepperoni chipshave got to be the easiest ketogenic snack recipe out there! Only 1 minute or so in the microwave and you've got a crispy and crunchy low carb snack.

I'm sure these will become your new favorite easy on the go keto snack, as they are in our house. They're even better when you serve them with blue cheese and celery sticks. They make a terrific keto snack on the go since they stay crisp without refrigeration.

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Buffalo Chicken Celery Sticks

It's recipes like our delicious buffalo chicken celery sticks that make it so much easier to follow a keto program. Any buffalo chicken finger food that you can eat for lunch at work or a low carb keto snack on the go is a winner to me! Yum!

If you're taking this for keto snacks on the go, be sure to bring an ice pack to keep the chicken cool since it's perishable.

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Ham and Pickle Roll-ups

My grandma used to make ham and pickle roll-ups when we were kids and she'd serve them as appetizers.

Who knew a few decades later this old-fashioned snack would become a popular Keto snack that doubles as a meal when you're on the run?

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Antipasto Kebabs

Antipasto on a stick is another amazing on the go keto snack that makes it easy to create tons of different variations by swapping out the types of meat or even the cheeses.

Have you checked out the Trader Joe's cheese case lately? If so, then you'll know what I'm talking about! So many delicious specialty cheese options that'd be perfect for antipasto skewers.

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Sugar-Free Chocolate Covered Almonds (Keto)

When you're craving a keto sweet snack, look no further than these keto chocolate covered almonds. Make them into clusters or into individual almonds. They'll last for weeks in the fridge!

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Air Fryer Kale Chips

Kale chips are a great way to satisfy your craving for a keto snack like chips by still giving you the crunch you crave. Even better? Kale is very low in carbs and is chock full of nutritious ingredients!

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Air Fryer Bacon Cream Cheese Jalapeno Poppers

Air fryer jalapeno poppers are delish warm or cold and it seriously makes for an awesome keto snack recipe. Air fry them or follow the baking instructions in our post.

An easy 2 ingredient keto cheese crackers recipe that'll become your new favorite low carb crispy snack! You won't believe how simple this recipe is and yet, they taste so close to Cheez-its!

The zero carb crackers are also low carb, gluten-free, and vegetarian too. Serve them plain, add hot sauce, or dip them in your favorite sauce.

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3 Ingredient Keto Peanut Butter Cookies

These 3 ingredient keto peanut butter cookies are about to become your best friend!

Perfect as a dessert or for when you're craving a sweet snack.

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Making stuffed celery with cream cheese and everything but the bagel seasoning will seriously become your new favorite snack! Not only is it healthy and easy, but it's gluten free, low carb, vegetarian and keto. Make it vegan by substituting vegan cream cheese.

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No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Fat Bombs

No bake chocolate peanut butter fat bombs are a quick and easy keto sweet treat that makes either the perfect low carb dessert OR as a snack. Just roll these tasty 3 ingredient peanut butter balls in no sugar crushed chocolate and then freeze.

Peanut butter chocolate fat bombs are keto-friendly, low carb, vegetarian, and gluten-free.

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Boursin Stuffed Mini Sweet Peppers

Cheese stuffed mini sweet peppers in a quick and easy appetizer recipe made with herb Boursin cheese. The stuffed baby peppers are gluten free, vegetarian, low carb, and keto friendly.

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Stuffed Mushrooms with Bacon and Cream Cheese

A baked stuffed mushrooms recipe with cream cheese and bacon that makes a terrific party appetizer or game-day snack. This is also a keto stuffed mushrooms recipe, plus its low carb and gluten-free.

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Creamy Low Carb Pumpkin Bread

Regardless of what month of the year it is, this creamy low carb pumpkin cream cheese bread will always be in season. Whether you want it as a breakfast on the go or as a keto sweet snack, it's delicious!

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Mini Caprese Skewers

Make easy mini Caprese skewers as an appetizer at your next get-together or as a quick healthy snack. The healthy antipasto on a stick recipe is also gluten free, low carb, and keto.

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Keto Candied Pecans

Keto candied pecans make a quick and easy sweet snack plus they're great as a salad topper too.

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Easy Parmesan Zucchini Chips

Get your veggies at the same time as munching on a snack with our low carb parmesan zucchini chips. Dip in marina sauce for a yummy appetizer.

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Microwave Keto Peanut Butter Fudge

A quick and easy keto peanut butter fudge made in the microwave that takes just 15 minutes to assemble and cook! You'll seriously be blown away at how easy and delicious this peanut butter fudge keto recipe tastes.

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Bacon Cooked in Oven

Cooking bacon in the oven at 375 F is the easiest and best way to make bacon. You'll never go back to frying bacon once you learn this easy method.

Can you think of a better tasty snack idea than bacon?

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Easy Baked 6 Min Parmesan Crisps

One ingredient parmesan crisps are as easy as it gets, plus it's so much cheaper to make your own than buy them by the bag.

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Cream Cheese Pinwheels

This fun appetizer is perfect party food and serves as a tasty, quick snack on busy workdays. Thesecream cheese pinwheelsare beyond delicious and use deli ham to wrap the delicious cream cheese mix and crispy bacon.

With only 5 ingredients and 15 minutes of your time, you won't find an easier and better-tasting snack!

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Cheesey Taco Shells

These easy cheese taco shells are perfect for makingKeto Tacos! or for eating a handheld snack to take to work.

Baked cheddar cheese formed into the shape of a taco and filled with seasoned ground beef for a low carb snack or meal.

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Loaded Zucchini Skins

Trust us when you won't miss the chips, potato skins, or tortillas by swapping higher carb options with zucchini skins.

There's so many terrific options for toppings!

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Pizza Stuffed Mushrooms

Pizza stuffed mushrooms, need we say more? Terrific warm, cold, or easy to heat in a microwave when you're at work.

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Bacon & Guacamole Fat Bombs

Bacon guacamole fat bombs are great when you want a healthy fat to fill you up between meals or as an appetizer.

If you're always looking for new ways to use avocados or guacamole, this low carb snack recipe is a winner.

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Keto Steak Tacos On Pork Rind Tortillas

The best part about these Keto Steak Tacos on Pork Rind Tortillas is they are extremely low carb.

With so few ingredients, they are sure to become a fast favorite!

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Cheese Filled Meatballs

Keto Cheese Meatballs are a little bit cheesy and a little bit ballsy.

These little suckers are super delicious, and even easier to make.

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Decadent Keto Fat Bombs with Cacao and Cashew

With a truffle-like texture and perfect amount of crunch, these keto fat bombs are about to become a favorite in your keto treat stash.

These little bundles of joy are so rich in energizing, healthy fats that they’re only considered a “treat” because they taste so good.

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Best Keto Snacks for on the go

The best way to stick to a weight loss health plan like a ketogenic diet is to set yourself up for success by meal prepping in advance or making simple and ready-to-go high protein foods to help keep you on track. Perfect for beginners or people just needing fresh ideas!

The best grab and go keto friendly snacks that double as mini meals:

  • Hard-boiled eggs- while you can quickly make hard boiled eggs at home, when you're in a pinch you can buy them ready to go at the store. It's super easy to turn these into deviled eggs mixed with a bit of mayo and mustard.
  • Low carb nuts- almonds, brazil nuts, walnuts, pumpkin seeds, and macadamia nuts make great choices for healthy fats. Macadamia nuts have the lowest net carbs per serving.
  • Dill pickles - just make sure they have no added sugar.
  • Low carb fruits- raspberries, blueberries, blackberries, avocado, and coconut are all keto-friendly fruit choices.
  • Canned protein- tuna, chicken, tiny shrimp, or smoked herring are all great sources of healthy fats too.
  • Low carb vegetables- celery sticks, a handful of baby tomatoes, bell pepper strips.
  • Easy meats- lunch meat like turkey, chicken, ham, beef, salami, or pepperoni.
  • Olives- black olives and green olives are both low carb snack ideas.
  • Nut butter- make sure you buy no sugar added nut butter but great options include almond butter, sunflower butter, peanut butter, and macadamia nut butter are all great options.
  • Beef jerky - be on the look out for beef jerky without sugar, turkey jerkey is yummy too
  • Greek yogurt- add fresh berries and a sprinkle of nuts for a great keto snack
  • Cheese sticks - mozzarella cheese sticks or string cheese
  • Cheese slices - cheddar, colby jack, white cheddar, gouda, muenster
  • Deli meats- especially turkey, chicken, ham, or roast beef with no added sugar
  • Canned tuna - either tuna in water or olive oil

Keto Friendly Snacks to Buy

For times when you don't want to cook keto snack recipes, it's good to have some low carb snacks on hand you can purchase at the grocery store.

Here's some of our personal favorites and highly rated options too!

Whisps Cheese Crisps

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While it's totally possible to make your own 6-minute cheese crisps at home, the best part about Whisps cheese crisps is the variety of flavors! Besides, who always has time to cook? On the go keto snacks for the win!

Quest Protein Bars

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Quest keto protein bars are one of our favorite low carb and keto snacks to buy, while you can purchase them at some big-name stores, they're the same price online which makes it easier to buy in bulk or get a variety pack of keto-friendly snack bars.

Chocolate chip cookie dough and birthday cake are the most popular keto protein bar flavors. My personal favorite low carb keto snack bar is Oreo! When you're looking for sweet keto snacks on the go to buy, these are the BEST for sure.

Keto Grass-Fed Beef Snack Sticks

One thing we love about beef snack sticks is they can double as a high-fat high protein snack that doesn't require refrigeration when you need a quick ketogenic meal on the go.

Keeping extras of these in your car is an easy way to get extra fat and calories when you aren't at home. Just toss a couple of these in your bag or purse and you have a simple keto diet meal in a pinch.

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Low Carb Snack FAQs

What snack foods can I eat on keto?

Popular low carb snacks on the keto diet include olives, low carb nuts, meat sticks, lunch meat and cheese wraps, cheese crackers, low carb veggies, berries, and avocado slices.

Is popcorn OK on keto?

Popcorn is ok to eat in moderation on a keto diet, 1 cup of air popped popcorn has 6 carbs per serving and 5 net carbs per serving.

Most people following a ketogenic diet limit themselves to 30 net carbs per day to jump start their weight loss program and kick their body into ketosis.

Can I snack all day on keto?

Eating keto friendly snacks all day on a keto diet is approved as long as they’re well balanced mini meals including low carb protein, dairy products, keto approved vegetables, and healthy fats.
Eating processed snack foods whether they’re keto approved or not, isn’t advised and won’t provide adequate nutrition.

More Keto Snack Recipes + Ideas

If you're just getting started on a keto diet, here's even more resources for you.

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FAQs

What foods can you eat unlimited amounts of on keto? ›

Foods you can eat on the keto diet include fish and seafood, meat and poultry, non-starchy vegetables like bell peppers, broccoli, and zucchini, avocados, berries, nuts and seeds, eggs, high-fat dairy products, olive oil and other oils, and high-cocoa chocolate.

What is the best thing to snack on while on keto? ›

Macadamia nuts, almonds, walnuts, and brazil nuts are high-fat, low-carb snacks perfect for Keto munching. For an easy spread, whip up a batch of homemade nut butter. Short on kitchen time? Opt for a Keto-friendly ready-made nut butter loaded with healthy fats.

What are easy keto snacks to take to work? ›

Nuts and Seeds: Almonds, walnuts, or pumpkin seeds – a classic crunchy keto snack. Cheese: String cheese, babybel, or assorted cheese slices. Avocado Slices: A quick fix of sliced avocado with a sprinkle of salt. Deli Roll-Ups: Roll turkey, ham, or roast beef with cheese for a protein-packed keto snack on the go.

What snack food has no carbs? ›

Snacks With No Carbs: The Ultimate Zero-Carb Food List To Keep You In Ketosis
  • Sardines and seed crackers.
  • Caprese salad.
  • Dried seaweed sheets.
  • Salmon with cucumber bites.
  • Apricots with blue cheese.
  • String cheese.
  • Avocado egg salad.
  • Yogurt with nuts.
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What chips can I eat during keto? ›

Some of the best keto chips on the market include: Best High-Protein Keto Chips: Quest Nutrition Protein Chips. Most Light and Crispy Keto Chips: HighKey Crackers. Best Keto Chips with the Fewest Ingredients: Oven-Baked Parm Crisps.

What crackers are keto friendly? ›

The Best Keto Crackers
  • Whisps Crackers. These crunchy, airy crackers are made entirely of cheese and baked to perfection. ...
  • Cali'flour Foods Crackers. These crackers come in three flavors: cheddar, spicy jalapeño, and sea salt & vinegar. ...
  • Fat Snax Crackers. ...
  • High Key Crackers. ...
  • Bonus: Simple Mills Crackers.
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What are realistic keto snacks? ›

Easy Keto Snacks
  • Cheese (0-3g Net Carbs) Cheese (0-3g Net Carbs) ...
  • Nuts (1-3g Net Carbs) Nuts (1-3g Net Carbs) ...
  • Seeds (1-3g Net Carbs) Seeds (1-3g Net Carbs) ...
  • Deli Meats (0-1g Net Carbs) Deli Meats (0-1g Net Carbs) ...
  • Celery (1-2g Net Carbs) ...
  • Nut Butters (1-3g Net Carbs) ...
  • Pickles (0-1g Net Carbs) ...
  • Avocado (2g Net Carbs)
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What foods get you into ketosis fast? ›

Almonds, walnuts, chia seeds, and flaxseeds are some excellent choices that can help you get into ketosis fast. These crunchy snacks are perfect for curbing hunger and providing an extra dose of healthy fats. However, keep in mind that nuts and seeds are calorie-dense, so portion control is key.

What is a lazy keto meal? ›

A lazy keto diet consists of low-carb foods like meat, fish, full-fat dairy and non-starchy vegetables, but limits high-carb foods such as bread, potatoes, sugary snacks and some fruits. If you've tried the keto before and found it too tedious, lazy keto could be a good compromise.

What foods are lazy keto? ›

What can you eat on the lazy keto diet?
  • Healthy fats: Avocados, olive oil, coconut oil, nuts and seeds.
  • Protein sources: Eggs, lean meats, poultry, fatty fish and tofu.
  • Low-carb vegetables: Leafy greens, broccoli, cauliflower, zucchini and bell peppers.
  • Low-sugar fruits: Avocado, berries, lemons and limes.
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What are the top 5 keto foods? ›

These are the top 10 keto foods you should include if you're on...
  1. Salmon. Whether wild or farm-raised, salmon is rich in fat, making it an essential ketogenic diet staple. ...
  2. Eggs. This affordable protein and fat source is highly versatile. ...
  3. Cauliflower. ...
  4. Greens. ...
  5. Avocado. ...
  6. Nuts. ...
  7. Olive oil. ...
  8. Zucchini.

What has protein and no carbs? ›

People following a low carb, high protein diet can include the following 14 foods in their meals:
  • eggs.
  • fish and shellfish.
  • meat.
  • poultry.
  • certain dairy.
  • nonstarchy vegetables.
  • seeds.
  • soy.

What is the highest net carbs to stay in ketosis? ›

On the keto diet, you are allowed to have no more than 50 grams of net carbs per day – and the fewer, the better! But by focusing on “net” rather than “total” carbs, you won't be denying your body the essential fiber it needs for proper function.

Can you eat as much as you want on keto? ›

Most people feel more satisfied after eating ketogenic meals and snacks due to the filling effects of fat and protein. However, it's entirely possible to consume too many calories on a ketogenic diet by eating portions that are too large or by snacking on high-calorie foods throughout the day.

Can you eat unlimited eggs on keto? ›

We'll also share some great low-carb egg-based keto recipes. Eggs are keto-friendly and safe to eat when you're on the ketogenic diet. Eggs are low in carbs while containing high amounts of protein and healthy fats. You can have 6 to 7 eggs every day while on the keto diet.

Can you eat unlimited fat on keto? ›

People on the keto diet need to get 55%–60% of their daily calories from fat in order to stay in ketosis. This means that a person consuming 2,000 calories per day needs approximately 122–133 grams (g) of fat daily. In this article, we will look at the more healthful fats to include in the diet and which ones to limit.

Can you eat unlimited meat on keto? ›

Though everyone is different, the standard ratio of macronutrients for a ketogenic diet is 75 percent fat, 20 percent protein, and five percent carbohydrate. This means that the majority of each meal — in fact, a WIDE majority — should be non-meat sources of fat. Only about one-fifth of your meal should be protein.

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