Servings: 20 fat bombs
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Chilling Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Ingredients
Base
- 8 oz (225 g) full-fat cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup (115 g) unsalted butter, softened
- ¼ cup (60 ml) coconut oil, melted
- ½ cup (125 g) natural unsweetened peanut butter (or almond butter)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- Pinch of sea salt
Chocolate Mixture
- ¼ cup (25 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¼ cup (30 g) powdered erythritol or monk fruit sweetener
- 1 tablespoon heavy whipping cream (optional, for a smoother texture)
Optional Mix-Ins
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened shredded coconut
- 2 tablespoons chopped pecans or walnuts
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon flaxseed meal
- Sugar-free chocolate chips
- Cinnamon or espresso powder for extra flavor
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Electric hand mixer or whisk
- Silicone molds or mini muffin pan
- Rubber spatula
- Measuring cups and spoons
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Base
- In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth and fluffy.
- Add the melted coconut oil, peanut butter, vanilla extract, and sea salt.
- Mix until fully combined and creamy.
Step 2: Add the Chocolate
- Sift the cocoa powder and powdered sweetener into the mixture.
- Beat again until smooth.
- If the mixture is too thick, add the heavy cream and mix until silky.
Step 3: Add Mix-Ins (Optional)
Fold in shredded coconut, chopped nuts, chia seeds, flaxseed meal, or sugar-free chocolate chips for added texture and flavor.
Step 4: Fill the Molds
- Spoon the mixture into silicone candy molds or a mini muffin pan lined with paper liners.
- Smooth the tops using the back of a spoon or a small spatula.
Step 5: Chill
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or freeze for 20–30 minutes until firm.
- Once set, remove the fat bombs from the molds.
Step 6: Serve
Enjoy chilled straight from the refrigerator. They soften quickly at room temperature, so return leftovers to the fridge after serving.
Flavor Variations
Chocolate Coconut
- Add ¼ cup unsweetened shredded coconut and ½ teaspoon coconut extract.
Lemon Cheesecake
- Replace cocoa powder with 2 tablespoons lemon zest and 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice.
- Add extra powdered sweetener to taste.
Mocha
- Mix in 1 teaspoon instant espresso powder with the cocoa.
Cinnamon Roll
- Add 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon and a pinch of nutmeg.
Mint Chocolate
- Add ¼ teaspoon peppermint extract and top each fat bomb with sugar-free chocolate shavings.
Storage
- Refrigerator: Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
- Freezer: Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator for 10–15 minutes before serving.
Serving Suggestions
Enjoy Keto Fat Bombs with:
- Black coffee or espresso
- Unsweetened tea
- Keto hot chocolate
- Greek yogurt (if it fits your macros)
- As a quick afternoon snack or healthy dessert
Chef’s Tips
- Use full-fat dairy products for the creamiest texture.
- Powdered sweetener blends more smoothly than granulated sweetener.
- Taste the mixture before chilling and adjust the sweetness if needed.
- Silicone molds make removing the fat bombs much easier.
- Keep them refrigerated to maintain their shape and texture.
Approximate Nutrition (Per Fat Bomb)
- Calories: 145
- Fat: 14 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Total Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Net Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Sugar: 1 g
