These are The Best Chocolate Keto Fat Bombs I have tried! They are NO BAKE so they are easy to make, decadent, rich, and super creamy! This recipe is made with sugar-free peanut butter, walnuts, cream cheese, and coconut! They will become your go-to keto snack or dessert being just 1g net carbs per square, and they taste just like chocolate fudge!
What are fat bombs and what do they do on the keto diet?
Typically, a fat bomb is a way to up healthy fat intake without adding lots of protein or carbs on the keto diet. The idea is for a majority of the bomb to be high in fat, at least 85%.
Many people ask, “Are fat bombs healthy”? My answer is, if you use HEALTHY fats and cut the processed sugar, then YES, they are good for you! Does this mean you can have as many as you want? Not exactly. Portion size is still important. Fat bombs are like energy bites. They can provide you an extra boost of energy if you need OR they can satisfy your sweet tooth without loading up on carbs. Too much fat can be counterproductive. Another reason people eat fat bombs is to help keep you full after a meal by increasing your fat intake.
These fat bombs are also gluten-free!
Read more about what fat bombs are and why you should be eating them.
How to make keto chocolate fat bombs, aka “keto fudge.”
If you find yourself wanting a sweet but sugar-free chocolate snack or keto dessert recipe without a ton of carbohydrates, this recipe is for you! They are foolproof and so delicious you will want to make these in batches! They remind me of ketogenic fudge, which I LOVE!
A lot of keto fat bomb recipes use muffin tins or liners, which can be tedious and time-consuming. That’s why I know you’ll love this “dump and freeze” recipe. Just toss everything into a saucepan, heat until it boils, and then pour into a casserole dish and freeze it. You can cut them into squares any size you like and voila!
Steps for making your fat bombs:
Step 1: Add your coconut oil, natural peanut butter, unsweetened cocoa powder, Lakanto Monkfruit sweetener, heavy whipping cream, vanilla extract, unsweetened coconut, and cream cheese to a small saucepan.
Note* If you do not have this sweetener on hand, you can use another low carb sweetener such as NEW Allulose Monkfruit or Swerve Granular using the same measurement.
Step 2: Add chopped walnuts and stir over medium-high heat.
Step 3: Bring mixture to a boil while slowly stirring. As you boil, all of the ingredients will combine perfectly!
Step 4: Remove from heat and pour into a 9 x 9″ greased baking or casserole dish. Place in the freezer for 20 minutes then transfer to the fridge to finish setting. Once fully set, cut into 36 squares and enjoy!
What kind of peanut butter should you use in these fat bombs?
You have to be careful with peanut butter when on a ketogenic diet. Many brands like to advertise “natural,” but they still have added sugar! You should read the ingredient label to make sure it does not have sugar. True natural peanut butter will just list, “roasted peanuts” on the label. Some will add “palm oil,” which helps with the consistency, but that’s all it should read. I like Smucker’s Natural Crunchy peanut butter for this recipe since it contains ZERO added sugars! You could use creamy if you prefer, but I love the added crunch this variety provides!
Do you have a nut allergy?
If you are allergic to peanuts or walnuts, you can still make these fat bombs! Just substitute your peanut butter with SunButter, a popular sunflower butter brand. If you are allergic to walnuts, you can swap them out with sunflower seeds or pumpkin seeds, so you still get that nice crunch.
Other low carb sweetener options
To sweeten these low carb chocolate fat bombs, I use one of my favorite low carb sweeteners, Lakanto Monkfruit. If you do not have this sweetener on hand, you can use another low carb sweetener such as besti Monk Fruit Allulose Blend Crystalized or Swerve Granular using the same measurement.
Here is a low carb sweetener conversion chart that you may find useful!
How many net carbs are there per fat bomb?
If you are carb counting, this low carb ‘fudge’ is VERY low carb at just 1g of net carbs per square! I find that eating 1-2 is enough to satisfy my sweet tooth while still allowing me to stick to my macros.
How to store your fat bombs
Because of the dairy in this recipe, your fat bombs will not stay fresh at room temperature for more than 2-3 days, and they will soften. Instead, I recommend storing them in a sealed container in the fridge. They should last around 5-7 days this way. If you want to freeze them, place them, pre-cut, in a freezer-safe container or freezer bag for up to 3-4 months.
Fat bomb variations:
This recipe is versatile so don’t be afraid to swap out certain ingredients you do not like. With that said, to maintain the fudgy consistency and creaminess, I don’t recommend replacing the cream, coconut oil, or cocoa powder.
- Add 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut flakes or chunks
- Swap out the walnuts for macadamia nuts, pecans, or almonds
- Use nut butter like almond butter or sun butter instead of peanut butter
- Other extracts like almond or orange can be used instead of vanilla
- Swerve granulated can be used in place of Lakanto Monkfruit Classic
More low carb/keto chocolate recipes:
- Keto Chocolate Cheesecake Muffins
- Chocolate Keto Macadamia Nut Bites
- Keto Coconut Haystacks
- Easy Keto Chocolate Almond Bark
- Low Carb Chocolate Bar Recipe
Fudgey Chocolate fat bomb recipe:
The BEST Chocolate Keto Fat Bombs (with Walnuts & Peanut Butter)
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup coconut oil (in the solid-state, not liquid)
- 1 cup natural peanut butter (I use Smucker's Natural crunchy)
- 3 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3 tbsp Lakanto Monkfruit Classic (or Swerve Granulated)
- 1 tbsp heavy whipping cream
- 1 oz cream cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut flakes or chunks (optional)
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a small saucepan set over medium-high heat.
- Stir continuously until the mixture comes to a boil.
- Remove from heat and pour into a 9 x 9" greased freezer-safe casserole dish. Smooth with flat spoon or spatula.
- Place the entire casserole dish in the freezer for about 20 minutes, then move to the fridge to finish setting up.
- Once it has fully set, cut into 36 pieces. This would be a 6 x 6" grid.
Video
Notes
- Store your squares in a sealed container in the fridge. They should last around 5-7 days this way. If you want to freeze them, place them, pre-cut, in a freezer-safe container or freezer bag for up to 3-4 months.
Nutrition
More fat bomb flavors:
If you love this recipe for chocolate fat bombs, check out these other varieties.
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Kim says
Absolutely love this recipe! It’s customizable to add/remove items you like/dislike. I’m not a fan of shredded coconut so I remove it. Recently, I’ve swapped out the walnuts for pecans and it’s equally as good. I’ve made this for co-workers who are following keto and it blows their minds away.
Dee says
Outstanding! Made them with almond butter and my husband said they are better than any other fat bomb we’ve had so far, either homemade or store bought. Thanks again for another amazing recipe!
Jan says
How much vanilla flavouring?
It’s not listed in the ingredients.
Thankyou. 😊
Kasey says
That info has been updated. It is 1/2 tsp.
Pat says
Hi – made this fudge last night. It took a long time to set. Followed directions exactly – having hard time getting out of casserole dish.
Looked at recipe & video this morning – in description, you mention vanilla extract but in the actual recipe it is not even listed.
Any suggestions?
Kasey says
Hi Pat, since I did not see you make the recipe I’m not sure exactly why you are having a hard time getting it out of the casserole dish. Did you grease the baking dish well? Did you happen to use coconut oil that was already in liquid form? Those are the only two things that I can think of that might make a difference. Also, your freezer and/or fridge might not be as cold as mine when I tested the recipe and may have needed extra time. The recipe has been updated with the vanilla extract but that would not affect the recipe.
GigiLisaP says
Ingredients says 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
Reem says
Can I replace the covonut oil with regular butter?
.Kasey says
I’ve only made it as is so I’m not sure.
Becky says
What do you mean about not using liquid coconut oil? Coconut oil has a low melting point so in the summer it’s liquid and when it’s colder it’s solid. Are you talking about the difference between refined and unrefind coconut oil instead?
Kasey says
You can buy it in a bottle and it is always liquid. That kind doesn’t set up well.
Colleen says
How long does it take to set up in the fridge, after 20 minutes in the freezer?
Kasey says
It usually sets up quickly after being in the freezer. That being said, each person has different settings on their freezer and fridge so the time may vary.
Anonymous says
This was ok, not to my taste personally, I found that they predominantly tasted of peanut butter and coconut, I couldn’t taste the cocoa at all. Maybe I needed to double it up? The coconut flakes and walnuts add nice texture to the squares and they are satiating. Thanks for the recipe.
Kasey says
I know not everyone will love every recipe since we all have different tastes. I appreciate your thoughtful review.
TAMMY RAMSEY says
Tried recipe, it was so bitter i threw it out…bought diff coco. Ghiradelli dutch coco, only used 2 tblsps, used stevia granules, about a cup…still not good so put 1/2 cup real sugar…tastes better and i dont have to throw it out…spent alot on ingredients…so disappointed.
Kasey says
I don’t use stevia in recipes for sweets as it makes them bitter. Sounds like you had the same experience. I’m not even sure if it would set up properly as I have never tested this recipe with stevia granules. I hate you wasted all those ingredients, next time I would suggest using the sweetener listed in the recipe as it isn’t bitter at all.
Clint says
Question: can the peanut butter be substituted for almond butter?
Kasey says
Sure
Betsy says
These treats are awesome, easy and yummy! I’ve made them at least fifty times subbed amounts and sweeteners and they’re perfect every time! Store chilled in a mason jar and they’re even beautiful!
Kasey says
Awesome! So glad you loved them. Thank you!
Anne says
These look amazing! I’ve pinned your recipe to make later this week. Also, thank you SO MUCH for including a link to our sweetener conversion chart! Just saw the backlink thanks to ubersuggest and you made my day!
Kasey says
Thank you. Sure! It’s a great chart.
Lisa says
Those look great!
Naneuleta says
I was wondering if I could swap out the cocoa powder and use Lily’s dark chocolate chips instead? Or even add it with the cocoa powder. I know this may adjust the nutrition a bit.
Kasey says
I’ve only made it as is so I’m not sure how it would turn out.
Mona Ghazipura says
Hi when I added the cream cheese I sort of felt the whole thing has white shreds like it went bad or something
Is that normal
It’s in the fridge now so will see
But I’m just concerned if I have messed it up and I used cream cheese from the fridge or maybe I used too much ?!
Kasey says
I’ve never had that happen so I’m not sure what happened.