Keto Cream Cheese Balls: Deliciously Easy Recipes for Low-Carb Treats

For those following a ketogenic diet, finding satisfying and delicious treats can sometimes feel like a challenge. However, with a few simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, you can create delightful keto cream cheese balls that will satisfy your sweet tooth without derailing your diet. These bite-sized treats are perfect as a snack, dessert, or even a party appetizer. This article explores several variations of keto cream cheese balls, from sweet cheesecake-inspired bites to savory, bacon-infused appetizers.

Two-Ingredient Keto Cream Cheese Candy

If you're looking for the simplest possible keto dessert, these two-ingredient cream cheese balls are a perfect choice. For an amazing candy-like texture, try them frozen.

Ingredients:

• Cold cream cheese
• Keto-friendly sweetener

Instructions:

1. Take your cold cream cheese and slice it into 8 pieces, then slice each of those pieces in half again.
2. Roll the 16 pieces of cream cheese into balls using your hands.
3. Place the finished cream cheese balls on a plate and set them in the fridge to chill again for 15-20 minutes before the next step.
4. Add one cream cheese ball at a time to a bag with your keto-friendly sweetener.
5. Shake to fully coat each ball.
6. Place the coated cream cheese balls back on your plate and refrigerate again for 30 minutes to an hour before serving.
7. OR freeze for 1-4 hours for a firmer “Candy.”

Savory Keto Cheese Balls

For a savory option, these keto cheese balls are a delicious, low-carb, bite-sized appetizer that’ll jazz up any party table. They’re made from a mixture of cheeses, bacon, chives, and pecans. What makes these cheese balls super moreish is the textured crust.

Ingredients:

• 2 packages of full-fat cream cheese, brought to room temperature
• Sharp cheddar cheese
• Bacon, cooked and crumbled
• Chives, chopped
• Pecans, chopped
• Garlic powder
• Paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, blend together cream cheese, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
2. Using a cookie scoop or roll with your hands to make 18 small balls.
3. Place on a parchment-lined plate and refrigerate for 1 hour.
4. In a small bowl, mix bacon, chives, and pecans.
5. Roll the cheese balls in the bacon mixture.
6. You’ll want to cover the keto cheese balls in plastic wrap and store them in the fridge (if you have leftovers!). When you’re ready to serve them, you can bring them to room temperature or serve them cold from the fridge.

Keto Cheesecake Bites

Indulge your sweet tooth with these guilt-free Keto Cheesecake Bites. These are a fun alternative to going through the trouble of baking a cheesecake.

Ingredients:

• Cream cheese, softened
• Powdered erythritol (or other keto-friendly powdered sweetener)
• Vanilla extract
• Optional: Sugar-free chocolate for drizzling

Instructions:

1. Add the cream cheese, powdered erythritol, and vanilla extract to the mixing bowl of an electric mixer.
2. Blend on medium speed until everything is well combined.
3. Place the bowl in the refrigerator for 30-60 minutes to allow the cream cheese to firm up some so that it's easier to work with.
4. Remove the bowl from the refrigerator.
5. Roll the cheesecake into 16 evenly sized balls and place on a tray lined with parchment paper.
6. If drizzling with melted sugar-free chocolate, it’s best to freeze the cheesecake bites for about an hour first, then drizzle. If you plan to drizzle the cheesecake bites with melted sugar-free chocolate, freezing them first helps the chocolate to set up fast.

Peanut Butter Keto Fat Bombs

These cream cheese keto fat bombs taste like peanut butter cheesecake and make a great snack when you need something sweet.

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Ingredients:

• Cream cheese, softened
• Creamy peanut butter (no added sugar or salt)
• Swerve or other keto-friendly sweetener

Instructions:

1. Allow cream cheese and peanut butter to sit at room temperature until softened.
2. In a bowl, combine peanut butter, cream cheese, and sweetener, stirring until well-mixed and very smooth.
3. Scoop small golf-sized pieces of dough and form balls.
4. You can dip the balls into crushed chocolate chips if you like, but this step is optional.
5. Arrange your cream cheese fat bombs on the baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
6. Freeze the cheesecake keto fat bombs for 2 hours or until solid. Store in the freezer in an airtight container. Enjoy!

Cinnamon Cream Cheese Bites

For a churro-inspired treat, these cinnamon cream cheese bites are a delightful option.

Ingredients:

• Cream cheese, softened
• Keto-friendly tortillas
• Granulated Swerve (or other keto-friendly sweetener)
• Cinnamon
• Confectioner’s sugar substitute

Instructions:

1. Stir together the granulated Swerve and the remaining cinnamon.
2. Let the filled tortillas chill in the freezer for at least an hour.

No-Bake Keto Cheesecake Bites

Creamy and delicious, these no-bake keto cheesecake bites are a fun alternative to going through the trouble of baking a cheesecake.

Ingredients:

• Softened cream cheese
• Sweetener: Stevia glycerite. You can use your favorite powdered sweetener (a regular granulated sweetener will feel grainy).
• Vanilla extract
• Toppings: Shredded coconut and unsweetened cocoa powder.
• Optional add-ins: You can add 2 tablespoons of mini chocolate chips to the cream cheese mixture after you're done mixing it. Use a rubber spatula to mix them in.

Instructions:

1. Combine softened cream cheese, a sweetener, and vanilla extract.
2. Once the mixture is set, shape it into balls and roll them in the toppings.
3. You can serve these bites right away or refrigerate them for 30 more minutes to help them set and firm up.

Creamy Cheesecake Fat Bombs

Creamy Cheesecake fat bombs are bites of heaven and a keto dieter’s dream with just 1 g net carbs!! Top with chocolate or coconut and enjoy these low-carb fat bombs to satisfy your sweet tooth without sacrificing flavor.

Ingredients:

• Cream cheese
• POWDERED erythritol
• Optional: chocolate or coconut

Instructions:

1. Add all the ingredients to a medium mixing bowl.
2. Beat with an electric mixer for 1-2 minutes or until mix through and creamy.
3. Scoop batter using an ice-cream scooper into a mini cupcake pan (lined or unlined).
4. Place in the fridge to set for 1-2 hours or in the freezer for up to 30 minutes.
5. Remove from cupcake tins and transfer them into an air-tight container.

Keto Cream Cheese Fat Bombs with Cookie Crumble

These keto cream cheese fat bombs are exactly what you need when it happens! They’re rich and creamy with just a little bit of keto-friendly sweetener and an amazing cinnamon-y coating.

Ingredients:

• Cream Cheese - Philadelphia brand original cream cheese. Use regular, full-fat cream cheese, too.
• Keto Cookies - HighKey Snickerdoodle Mini Cookies

Instructions:

1. Add cream cheese, butter, Swerve, lemon juice, and vanilla to a large bowl.
2. Mix all ingredients together on low speed until smooth and creamy.
3. Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, scoop cream cheese mixture into balls.
4. Quickly roll each ball individually between palms to smooth, then roll in crumbled cookies to coat.
5. Place coated fat bomb on baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
6. Repeat until all cream cheese mixture has been used.
7. Place baking sheet in freezer for at least 30 minutes to allow fat bombs to set up.
8. When set up, remove fat bombs from baking sheet and enjoy!

Tips and Considerations

• Cream Cheese: Always use full-fat cream cheese for the best flavor and texture. Reduced-fat versions often contain added sugars.
• Sweeteners: Powdered erythritol and Swerve are excellent keto-friendly sweeteners. Adjust the amount to your taste.
• Freezing: Freezing the cream cheese balls before coating or drizzling helps them maintain their shape and prevents the chocolate from melting too quickly.
• Storage: Store your keto cream cheese balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or in the freezer for longer storage.
• Variations: Feel free to experiment with different flavors and toppings. Nut butter, spices, and extracts can add unique twists to your creations.

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