Can you do keto without dairy? Absolutely! In this post, I have assembled over 50 delicious dairy free keto recipes, from appetizers to main courses to snacks and desserts.
Many people think that following a low carb or keto diet means eating cheese and cream on a daily basis. This is just not true!
It's super simple to do dairy free keto. And you won't be feeling like you're missing out at all.
I have a lot of low carb dairy free recipes on my website. This is not because I have a sensitivity to dairy. I actually tolerate it well. But I know many of you feel better when eating dairy free.
And I also think that many recipes actually TASTE just as good when using dairy substitutes.
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Dairy Free Swaps
Here are the dairy-free alternatives I use regularly. When you make a recipe containing dairy, swap them out for the following:
Butter: In sweet recipes, simply replace it with coconut oil. When a recipe is savoury, use either coconut oil or other keto-friendly oils such as olive oil or avocado oil.
Heavy cream: The alternative is coconut cream. This is the firm part from a can of coconut milk. When you store the can in the fridge, the firm and liquid parts separate and you can easily scoop it out. You can even whip coconut cream just like whipping cream!
Milk: Instead of dairy milk, opt for nut milk. My personal favourite is almond milk, which is very low in carbs. Coconut milk, cashew milk, hazelnut milk or even soy milk will work as well.
Yoghurt and cheese. Keto dairy-free recipes use coconut yoghurt or almond yoghurt instead. You can find both in health food stores. The same goes for soy and nut-based versions of cream cheese and cheese.
Now, let's get straight to the recipes! From breakfast all the way through to dessert, here's how to do keto without dairy - and lovin' it.
Keto Dairy Free Breakfast
Here are my very best dairy free keto breakfast recipes.
Keto Mexican Breakfast Casserole
This Mexican-style Keto Breakfast Casserole was a total winner in our house. It’s the perfect Sunday brunch the whole family will enjoy, whether they follow a low carb diet or not. Delicious hot or cold!
Keto Mexican Breakfast Casserole
Keto Overnight Oats
I have used chia, hemp hearts and a few other delicious ingredients to make tasty keto overnight oats. A healthy, satisfying and nutritious low carb breakfast.
Keto Overnight Oats
Creamy Keto Chia Pudding - 3 Variations
Overnight chia pudding is a delicious and easy way to meal-prep your weekday breakfast. In this post you'll find a basic creamy keto chia pudding recipe and three topping variations with fully calculated macros and net carbs. Nutty, chocolatey or fruity - which one will you choose?
Keto Chia Pudding
Keto Coconut Flour Oatmeal
Ever heard of noatmeal? It's a keto-friendly oatmeal using low carb substitutes instead of oats. This coconut flour porridge is deliciously creamy and super easy to make, using low carb pantry staples.
Keto Oatmeal
Low Carb Keto Granola Bars
Making your own Keto granola bars is not only super simple, it's also much cheaper than buying them in the shops. These tasty bars are low in carbs and easy to customise. Ready in 30 minutes!
Keto Granola Bars
Easy Pumpkin Porridge Recipe
This flavourful pumpkin porridge is a healthy warming breakfast. It is ready to eat in just 2 minutes! See the post for plenty of topping ideas and recipe variations.
Pumpkin Porridge
Dairy Free Keto Meals
Need ideas for dairy free keto lunch or dinner?
Broccoli Fritters
Broccoli fritters are a tasty way to get small and big kids to eat their greens! I made these keto fritters with both nutritional yeast and parmesan cheese to give you a dairy and a dairy free option. Both taste great, so you pick whichever version suits your diet. Great as a snack, a light lunch or as part of a main meal.
Broccoli Fritters
4 Ingredient Low Carb Tortillas
Use these low carb tortillas as a lunch wrap with your favourite low carb fillings or in Mexican dishes. Find out how to turn this recipe into tortilla chips and taco shells!
Low Carb Tortillas
The Ultimate Keto Vegetable Soup
So tasty and so good for you! This keto vegetable soup is a classic you’ll want to make time and time again. It’s lighter and healthier than many keto veggie soups as it doesn’t contain cream or cheese. Fresh herbs take it to the next level.
Keto Vegetable Soup
Roasted Keto Cauliflower Soup
Simply the tastiest Keto Cauliflower Soup by miles! Many low carb cauliflower soup recipes are loaded with cream and whilst they taste nice, I prefer a healthier and lighter version without cream that’s still incredibly flavoursome.
Keto Cauliflower Soup
Keto Egg Roll in a Bowl (AKA Crack Slaw)
Keto egg roll in a bowl is a speedy weeknight dinner that's a hit with the whole family, whether they are low carb or not. The stuff is so addictively good it has the fitting nickname crack slaw.
Keto Egg Roll In A Bowl
Low Carb Keto Ramen
This keto ramen is one of my go-to lunch staples. This soup has all the flavours we love about a good Japanese noodle soup but none of the carbs. A good one to add to your low carb lunch rota!
Keto Ramen
Keto Cauliflower Fried Rice
Get that Chinese Take-Out vibe the Keto way! Cauliflower fried rice is a brilliant low carb replacement for regular egg fried rice. You get all the flavour and texture at a fraction of the carbs.
Keto Cauliflower Fried Rice
Keto Dairy Free Sides
Let's add dairy free sides to your meal.
Crispy Air Fryer Radishes
These crispy air fryer radishes are a tasty, easy and inexpensive side dish. They are ready in just 20 minutes.
Air Fryer Radishes
Turnip Fries Air Fryer
Air-fryer turnip fries are my healthy take on classic French fries! Roasted until golden brown all over, air fried turnips taste amazing dipped in sugar free ketchup or with a homemade mayonnaise.
Air Fried Turnips
Keto Cauliflower Potato Salad
The classic potato salad goes low carb! This mock keto potato salad contains only 4.6 grams of net carbs. Of couse, this salad does not contain a single real potato. We're using cauliflower as a stand-in. A wonderful side for sausages and any grilled meat or fish.
Cauliflower Potato Salad
Keto Stuffing Recipe
This is the BEST keto stuffing recipe... full of festive flavor and low in carbs. Perfect as a side to your turkey or serve as a delicious low carb winter dinner.
Keto Stuffing
Dairy Free Keto Dessert
And on to my favourite meal of the day - dessert! From frozen treats to mousses, take your pick.
Sugar Free Keto Custard (Dairy Free)
If you're looking for a comforting sugar free dessert, you're in for a treat! Here's a dairy-free keto custard that will make you swoon. Light, airy and silky-smooth!
Sugar Free Custard
Sugar Free Peanut Butter Chocolate Ice Pops
Want a refreshing yet creamy dessert? Cool down with these sugar free ice pops. They are made with coconut milk, which makes them dairy free. The flavour? Peanut butter and chocolate!
Sugar Free Popsicles
Mexican Chocolate Fudgesicles
These Mexican chocolate fudgesicles are so insanely chocolatey and deliciously rich you'll want to keep them all for yourself. Low carb and dairy free.
Sugar Free Fudgesicles
Low Carb Keto Strawberry Mousse
A dairy free Keto strawberry mousse recipe that only needs 7 minutes prep. I'm using coconut cream instead of heavy whipping cream , which means this low carb mousse is wonderfully creamy yet light and airy.
Keto Strawberry Mousse
Avocado Chocolate Mousse
Creamy, thick and super simple chocolate avocado mousse - the ultimate healthy Keto dessert. Try this sugar free and vegan chocolate avocado pudding packed with nutrients!
Avocado Chocolate Mousse
Dairy Free Keto Cake And Brownies
Life is better with a moist, fluffy cake to enjoy.
Healthy Pumpkin Brownies
These healthy pumpkin brownies are ready in 30 minutes! A super easy, deliciously fudgy treat that is gluten-free, sugar free and keto friendly.
Pumpkin Brownies
Keto Coconut Blondies
These Keto blondies are an absolute favourite in my house! The recipe is sugar free, gluten free and low carb and only needs 5 minutes prep plus 20 minutes oven time.
Keto Blondies
Sugar Free Pumpkin Pie
This easy sugar free pumpkin pie features all the warm flavours of autumn without the carb load. It has a gluten free crust and a deliciously spiced dairy-free pumpkin filling. Enjoy the classic American holiday dessert the low carb way!
Sugar Free Pumpkin Pie
Keto Orange Cake
This moist and moreish orange almond breakfast cake is made with whole oranges - skins and all. It is low carb, gluten free and sweetened with stevia.
Keto Orange Cake
Chocolate Avocado Cake
Can you taste the avocado? Absolutely not! This super fudgy chocolate avocado cake tastes so naughty it's hard to believe how healthy it is. Sugar free, gluten free and dairy free!
Chocolate Avocado Cake
Really Simple Low Carb Chocolate Tart (sugar free)
This really simple and decadently creamy low carb chocolate tart is assembled in minutes. It is gluten free, keto and sugar free.
Low Carb Chocolate Tart
Keto Olive Oil Cake (Almond Flour)
Get Mediterranean flavours on your table with this keto olive oil cake! This gently sweet, extra moist almond flour cake makes a great low carb breakfast or afternoon treat. Only 10 minutes prep and 2.3g net carbs per slice.
Keto Olive Oil Cake
Dairy Free Keto Drinks
You can make delicious low carb smoothies and drinks without dairy - even hot chocolate
Keto Peanut Butter Smoothie (Dairy Free)
You don't need heavy cream to make a delicious keto peanut butter smoothie! In this recipe, I used avocado to make the shake thick and sumptuous. This low carb smoothie is a must for peanut butter lovers - and it's just 3.8g net carbs per portion!
Keto Peanut Butter Smoothie
Keto Coffee Smoothie
This keto coffee smoothie is one of my favourite breakfast treats and tastes so much better than anything Starbucks could ever come up with! Frothy, thick and creamy, it's a great fat-fuelled kickstart to the day.
Keto Coffee Smoothie
Best Ever Avocado Strawberry Smoothie
You only need 4 ingredients to make this avocado strawberry smoothie with almond milk. Fruity and satisfying, it's the perfect dairy-free low-carb smoothie to start your day. The avocado makes it extra creamy.
Avocado Strawberry Smoothie
Creamy Avocado Blueberry Smoothie
This avocado blueberry smoothie is creamy, thick and super satisfying. No powders or fancy ingredients, just simple plant-based goodness.
Avocado Blueberry Smoothie
Keto Chocolate Milkshake
This keto chocolate milkshake is refreshing and super satisfying! It has the same wonderful texture as a traditional milkshake. But instead of ice cream, my low carb shake is made with almond milk. Check out the post to see which secret ingredients I'm using to make it creamy and thick!
Keto Chocolate Milkshake
Keto Sugar-Free Hot Chocolate
Like a hug in a mug: whisk up this creamy, frothy sugar-free hot chocolate and enjoy cocoa without the carb load. Learn my hack how to make thick and satisfying hot cocoa that is ultra healthy and good for you at the same time. Hint - I'm not loading you up with cream!!
Sugar Free Hot Chocolate
Dairy Free Keto Snacks
From cookies to candy, here is a selection of dairy-free keto snacks.
Homemade Ferrero Rocher Recipe
When you're in the mood for a classic chocolate truffle look no further than this homemade Ferrero Rocher recipe. My version is sugar free and actually nutritious because the filling is made with avocado! And just in case you're wondering - no, you cannot taste the avocado at all. You're getting exactly what you've signed up for: chocolatey, creamy goodness by the mouthful!
Homemade Ferrero Rocher
Keto Reeses peanut butter cups
The low carb version of Reeses cups! This keto peanut butter cups recipe is super simple and makes a yummy fat bomb snack for those times when you want a quick energy boost!
Keto Peanut Butter Cups
Sugar Free Keto Marzipan
Learn how to make homemade keto marzipan in 5 minutes from start to finish! This sugar free marzipan is soft, smooth and tastes just like the real deal - but without the carbs! There's plenty of ideas in the post how you can customise and enjoy this recipe.
Keto Marzipan
Sugar Free Truffles
These sugar free truffles are supremely satisfying and are actually HEALTHY. Only 4 ingredients and 10 minutes of prep! They make a wonderful edible gift, too.
Sugar Free Truffles
Almond Flour Peanut Butter Cookies (Keto)
With just 6 ingredients and 1.4g of net carbs per cookie, these peanut butter almond flour cookies are the perfect keto treat! This super easy recipe is going to make it on your regulars list!
Peanut Butter Almond Flour Cookies
Keto Sugar Free Meringue Cookies
With all my tips and tricks in the post, making beautiful (and tasty!) sugar free meringue cookies is easy! If you have a piping bag, they'll look super professional. But you can also make meringue heaps with a spoon and the end result will taste just as good.
Sugar Free Meringue
Keto Brownie Cookies
Moist and chewy, keto brownie cookies are the most satisfying chocolate cookies you'll ever try. Thick, fudgy and made with only 5 ingredients, this easy recipe is sugar free, gluten free and diabetic-friendly.
Keto Brownie Cookies
Cinnamon Swirl Coconut Flour Mug Cake
Need a treat? This moist coconut flour mug cake has a delicious cinnamon swirl and is ready in minutes. The recipe is low carb, keto, gluten and sugar free.
Coconut Flour Mug Cake
Keto Dairy Free Bread
Here is a selection of low carb bread and cracker recipes without dairy.
Low Carb Pita Bread
Stuff this fluffy low carb pita bread with your favourite filling or serve with dips! Ready in just 30 minutes.
Low Carb Pita Bread
Crispy Chia Seed Crackers
Chia seed crackers are sturdy enough for any dip, easy to customize and simply a very useful, fiber-filled cracker.
Chia Seed Crackers
Keto Flaxseed Crackers
If you’re looking for egg free and nut free low carb crackers, try these Keto Flaxseed Crackers. They are super simple to make and require just 4 ingredients! I made the base recipe for you today but there’s so many flavour options to have fun experimenting with, from garlic powder to herbs to parmesan.
Flaxseed Crackers
Keto Flaxseed Bread with Coconut Flour
A soft, pillowy keto flaxseed bread that can be baked as a loaf, Focaccia-style or even as muffins. This bread uses coconut flour as a base and is great toasted. Â
Keto Flaxseed Bread
Rustic Paleo Bread With Seeds
This rustic Paleo bread is nutrient-dense, grain free and packed with seeds. It's perfect for gluten free, sugar free and low carb diets.
Paleo Bread
Tiffany Coleman
I love all of these recipe ideas and cannot wait to try them. Since my boyfriend is already making pork tenderloin and cauliflower mash tonight I am going to make the almond flour peanut butter cookies. For my work breakfast I am going to make the perfect keto blueberry smoothie.
Linda
I am so excited to find these recipes. Several years ago I went Keto & lost 30 pounds but dairy is a problem for me & the keto recipes I had contained a lot of cheese & cream etc. Your recipes look delicious & easy to make without all the dairy. Thank you!