Indulge in Keto Strawberry Cheesecake Fat Bombs – The Ultimate Guilt-Free Treat!

For those navigating the ketogenic lifestyle, finding satisfying and compliant treats can sometimes feel like a challenge. When cravings for sweet, sugary foods hit hard, especially for those accustomed to traditional sweets and bread, these Keto Strawberry Cheesecake Fat Bombs offer a delightful solution. These small but mighty bites deliver a burst of flavor and are incredibly easy to make. These fat bombs are a dream come true if you have trouble meeting your daily fat macronutrient.

Why Fat Bombs are Keto-Friendly

A ketogenic diet emphasizes high fat intake, moderate protein, and very low carbohydrate consumption. This metabolic shift forces the body to utilize fat for fuel instead of carbohydrates, leading to the production of ketones. Fat bombs are designed to support this process by providing a concentrated source of healthy fats.

Many have been told for years that fat is bad and we should eat low/no fat but nothing could be further from the truth! These fats can include butter, heavy cream, coconut and coconut oil, avocados and avocado oil, mascarpone cheese, olive oil, cream cheese to name a few.

The Allure of Strawberry Cheesecake Fat Bombs

These fat bombs taste like strawberry cheesecake and are loaded with healthy fats! The combination of strawberries and cream cheese creates a perfect harmony of sweet and tangy flavors reminiscent of classic cheesecake. However, unlike traditional cheesecake, these fat bombs are low in carbs, making them a guilt-free indulgence.

Key Ingredients and Their Benefits

Cream Cheese: Provides a creamy texture and characteristic cheesecake flavor. The cream cheese and butter should be completely at room temp. to avoid clumps.
Strawberries: Infuse a natural sweetness and a vibrant flavor. Strawberries are good for Keto because they also have high levels of vitamin C, manganese, vitamin B9, potassium and other vitamins and minerals associated health benefits.
Sweetener: A keto-friendly sweetener is essential to achieve the desired sweetness without the carbs. A powdered sweetener works better than a granular sweetener in the recipe. But monk fruit or stevia liquid extracts are good options too. You can also use vanilla flavored sweetener extract to eliminate the need for vanilla extract.
Butter or Coconut Oil: Adds richness and healthy fats.

Health Benefits of Strawberry Cheesecake Fat Bombs

Antioxidant Powerhouse

Strawberries are packed with powerful antioxidants that help reduce oxidative stress and aid in the fight against free radicals. The antioxidant, anti-inflammatory effects of the nutrients in strawberries also play a role in heart health. It makes sense that berries are good for your heart.

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Gut Health Support

Grass-fed butter contains a fatty acid called butyric acid, a powerful anti-inflammatory compound that contributes to gut health.

Bone Health Promotion

Grass-fed butter and other organic dairy products also contain vitamin K2, which is known for helping shuttle calcium from your bloodstream into your bones where it belongs.

Step-by-Step Recipe

Ingredients

1/2 cup strawberries, fresh or frozen (72 g/ 2.5 oz)
3/4 cup cream cheese, softened (150 g/ 5.3 oz)
1/4 cup butter or coconut oil, softened (57 g/ 2 oz)
2 tbsp powdered Erythritol or Swerve (20 g/ 0.7 oz) or 10-15 drops liquid stevia
1 vanilla bean or 1 tbsp sugar-free vanilla extract

Instructions

Soften Ingredients: Place the cream cheese and butter cut into small pieces in to a mixing bowl. Leave at room temperature for 30-60 minutes until softened. Make sure the butter is softened, otherwise it will be difficult to mix and achieve a smooth texture. Do not microwave the butter - the mixture needs to stay firm. Let cream cheese, strawberries, and butter sit at room temperature until softened, about 1 hour. Then microwave cream cheese in small bowl until very soft and pliable (Note 4), about 20 seconds.
Puree Strawberries: Meanwhile, wash the strawberries and remove the green parts. Place them into a bowl and mash using a fork or place in a blender for a smooth texture. Puree the berries before adding them to the cream cheese. Blend strawberries until pureed (Note 5).
Combine Ingredients: Add the powdered Erythritol (or stevia), vanilla extract and mix well. Before you mix the strawberries with the remaining ingredients, make sure they have reached room temperature. Add to the bowl with softened butter and cream cheese. Add all of the ingredients into a mixing bowl.
Mix Thoroughly: Use a hand whisk or food processor and mix until well combined. To make cleanup easier, all the ingredients can be pureed together in the food processor or blender. Add all the ingredients to the bowl of a food processor and blend. Scrape down the sides of the bowl and continue mixing until everything is well combined. A food processor is recommended. But, if you don’t have a food processor, don’t let that stop you from making them. You can use a large blender like this one instead.
Mold and Freeze: Spoon the mixture into small muffin silicon molds or candy molds. Using a cookie scooper, add the batter into 24 silicone mini muffin molds or other small fat bomb molds that you have on hand. Any shaped mold can be used, but the nutritional data was calculated based on 18 fat bombs. Place in the freezer for about 2 hours or until set. Freeze for 1-2 hours or until they are completely set. Once you’ve put the batter into the molds, freeze it for at least 2 hours to that it is completely set.
Serve and Store: When done, remove the fat bombs from the molds and place into a container. These fat bombs should be enjoyed frozen, as a convenient snack or as a bite-sized dessert after dinner. Keep the finished fat bombs in the freezer for long-term storage. Once they are completely frozen solid, you can transfer them to a freezer-safe resealable plastic bag and keep them in the freezer.

Tips for Perfection

Let your cream cheese come to room temperature before you start mixing. This makes it much easier to get a nice smooth batter. It takes about an hour for cream cheese to come to room temperature after you take it out of the refrigerator.
Ensure all ingredients are fully mixed.
Silicone molds are convenient because you can easily invert them and pop out the fat bombs after they’re frozen. You can also use any other mold you may have on hand, or even ice cube trays, styrofoam egg cartons, or mini muffin wrappers. You can even put them on a baking sheet using a piping bag.
I prefer to stash my fat bombs in the freezer so they stay firm (and last longer!). Storing these healthy snacks in the freezer makes them a bit firmer and extends their life.

Sweetener Selection

I use Swerve confectioners’ sweetener. Wholesome Yum’s Besti Powdered Allulose is my absolute favorite allulose to use! It has perfect texture and far exceeds anything else I’ve ever tried. In this recipe, I used Allulose Powdered by Besti, a new line of natural sugar-free sweeteners that uses all high quality, non GMO ingredients. Allulose tastes and dissolves just like traditional powdered sugar, but it has 0 calories, 0 net carbs and is 0 on the glycemic index and it has no cooling effect like some sugar alternatives. If you don’t have Allulose, you can certainly substitute it with Swerve Confectioners.

Strawberry Considerations

Carbs in strawberries come mainly from fiber. They have natural sugar but have a fairly low GI and should not cause a large spike in blood sugar. For one whole cup of strawberries, there’re about 9 net grams of carbs. This entire recipe calls for only 2/3 cup. Be sure to measure your strawberries carefully.

Customization Options

It’s really hard to beat the flavors in these Strawberry Keto Cheesecake Fat Bombs, but you can substitute the strawberries with another berry of your choice. Blackberries, blueberries and raspberries are all great low carb options. You’ll want to double check the carb count of the berries you opt for and adjust your macros accordingly.

There are lots of ways to customize your strawberry cheesecake fat bombs. Add Chocolate. Add some citrus flavor! Add Peanut Butter. Craving PB+J?! Just sub the cream cheese for PB and you’ll be good to go!

Nutritional Information

With just 1g total carb, these keto fat bombs are a satisfying treat to enjoy when you need a little boost of fat during the day. Nutritional information for the recipe is provided as a courtesy and is approximate only. We cannot guarantee the accuracy of the nutritional information given for any recipe on this site. Erythritol carbs are not included in carb counts as it has been shown not to impact blood sugar. Net carbs are the total carbs minus fiber.

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