Free Printable: Low Carb & Keto Food List

• What Is Fathead Bread?
• How To Make Keto Dinner Rolls
• Top Tips For Perfect Fathead Dinner Rolls
• How Many Calories In Keto Dinner Rolls?
• How To Store Keto Fathead Rolls
• Can You Freeze Low Carb Dinner Rolls?
• What To Serve With Keto Rolls
• Tools To Make The Best Keto Dinner Rolls Recipe
• Keto Dinner Rolls Recipe card
• Recipe Reviews

If you love fathead dough… you’re in for a real treat! We’re making keto dinner rolls! These keto bread rolls are made with a fathead dough, plus a secret ingredient that gives them an incredible flavor and texture, just like flour-filled dinner rolls.

I’ll walk you through this keto roll recipe step-by-step and you’ll have low carb dinner rolls on the table in less than an hour! Serve up these keto fathead rolls with your favorite low carb soup , keto salad , or even keto casseroles (I love them with keto cheeseburger casserole ).

So, have you guessed yet what the secret ingredient is? It’s real yeast! That may be a little uncommon for keto bread recipes, but it gives it the flavor and texture of a classic roll. (Don’t worry, it’s super simple to add.)

Readers have been asking me for a low carb bread with yeast for a while now. While this isn’t exactly a loaf, I’m willing to bet these rolls will hit the spot. 😉

And, I think the yeast is exactly what makes this the best keto dinner roll recipe!

What Is Fathead Bread?

Fathead bread is a low carb and keto recipe for bread and dough! The dough is made out of a combination of cheese, cream cheese, eggs, and almond flour.

If you haven’t made fathead dough before, that may sound odd, but trust me when I say that it turns into a perfectly textured dough for keto pizza crust , keto bagels , keto soft pretzels , low carb naan bread , and even keto gnocchi, tortillas, and breadsticks (find these last 3 in my cookbook !).

This keto dinner rolls yeast recipe really stands out, though, and I’ll even show you how to use yeast in it without needing sugar to proof it.

How To Make Keto Dinner Rolls

Making low carb rolls is a lot like making other fathead dough recipes, but the yeast adds an extra step. It’s still super simple, with just a few bowls, a food processor, and your oven.

Here’s how we make keto bread rolls using this method:

• Bloom the yeast. Stir together warm water and inulin (don’t be scared off, it’s just a prebiotic fiber we’re using to proof the yeast – instead of sugar!). Add yeast and set aside.

TIP: The yeast is ready when it’s puffy and bubbly – this takes about 10-15 minutes, but you can continue with the next step while you wait.

• Start the dough for low carb keto bread rolls . Pulse almond flour, baking powder, and egg in a food processor, until uniform. (See my tips below if you prefer to use coconut flour.)

• Make the cheese portion of keto rolls . Combine shredded mozzarella and cream cheese. Heat in the microwave until melted. Stir until smooth and uniform.
• Finish forming the dough . Once the yeast is ready as shown above, add it to the food processor and pulse. Place the melted cheese into the food processor and process just until combined, as shown below.

TIP: Place the melted cheese over the blade when you add it , before pulsing, which will help it incorporate faster. You’ll want to scrape the sides and bottom a couple times, too.

• Chill the dough . I’m sharing more tips for working with the dough for fathead dinner rolls below, but this chilling step is the most important to make the dough less sticky.
• Form the rolls . Using oiled hands, form the dough into a slightly flattened ball. Cut it into 8 sections, like a pie (shown below) and roll each section into a ball. Place it onto a parchment lined baking sheet.

• Sprinkle fathead rolls with sesame seeds . Press the seeds into roll lightly so they stick.

TIP: Feel free to mix up the toppings! Try poppy seeds, everything seasoning, or just a simple egg wash.

• Bake . When the keto friendly rolls are golden brown, they are ready to eat!

TIP: If you have patience, their texture will improve and become even more bread-like if you let them cool a bit.

Top Tips For Perfect Fathead Dinner Rolls

Keto fathead bread isn’t hard to make or hard to work with, but I do have some tips to help you out if you’re new to fathead dough:

• Use low-moisture mozzarella. This is important for the right texture. Don’t use the white, moist “fresh” mozzarella.
• Pulse the dough until just combined. If you don’t mix thoroughly, the texture of your keto rolls will be off. If you over-mix, they may be too dense.
• Chill the dough before forming. This is crucial to make it easy to work with, otherwise it will be too sticky.
• Use oiled hands to work with the dough. A neutral oil, such as avocado oil, will keep your hands slippery enough to prevent sticking to the dough. Don’t use more almond flour to prevent sticking, that won’t really work like regular flour would.
• How to make a nut-free version: To make this recipe with coconut flour (which is technically a fruit and not a nut!), replace the 3/4 cup almond flour with 1/3 cup coconut flour and add an additional egg.
• How to make taller fathead rolls: They come out pretty light and fluffy, but spread a bit, making them shorter than traditional flour rolls. If you want them taller, you could bake them close to each other so that they prevent each other from spreading, but I find it’s a bit harder for them to cook through this way and they are slightly more dense. Up to you!
• Get ALL my best fathead dough tips in my Easy Keto Cookbook ! I have an entire guide to fathead dough in there.

How Many Calories In Keto Dinner Rolls?

Each easy keto dinner roll made with almond flour has 139 calories… and 3 grams net carbs!

These numbers will be fairly similar if you make them with coconut flour, but you’ll get fewer rolls with that flour conversion (in the tips above).

How To Store Keto Fathead Rolls

Store this keto dinner rolls recipe in an airtight container in the pantry for a day or two, or for 5-7 days in the fridge. Because they don’t contain any preservatives, if you want to store them for longer than that, they should be frozen.

Can You Freeze Low Carb Dinner Rolls?

Yes, you can freeze these keto dinner rolls. Store them in a freezer bag for 2-3 months. Simply let thaw and warm in the oven if desired.

What To Serve With Keto Rolls

My keto friendly dinner rolls make such a great lunch and dinner side. Here are a few ideas that go well with them:

• Chopped Antipasto Salad – For an Italian-style meal, serve this antipasto salad alongside the low carb dinner rolls and some olive oil for dipping.
• Keto Beef Stew – This hearty classic is a filling and satisfying meal, sop up any extra stew with your keto rolls recipe.
• Broccoli Cheese Soup – My super easy, super popular recipe for delicious broccoli & cheddar soup! Pair with these keto fathead rolls for a complete meal.
• Sirloin Steak In The Oven – Steak and rolls are the perfect combo, and this recipe makes it easy.

Tools To Make The Best Keto Dinner Rolls Recipe

Tap the links below to see the items used to make this recipe.

• Glass Bowls – I use these glass bowls all the time! The set comes with every size I need, and they are nice enough to take right to the table.
• 14-Cup Food Processor – A food processor is necessary to make these keto fathead rolls, since they use yeast and need the power of the processor to incorporate well.
• Nonstick Baking Sheets – These are my favorite baking sheets and pans. Nonstick, easy-to-clean, and a great size for low carb dinner rolls!

Recipe Video

Ingredients

Tap underlined ingredients to see the ones I use.

• 1 packet Active dry yeast (2 1/4 tsp) ▢
• 1/4 cup Water (lukewarm) ▢
• 1 tsp Inulin powder ▢
• 3/4 cup Wholesome Yum Blanched Almond Flour ▢
• 1/2 tbsp Baking powder ▢
• 1 large Egg (beaten) ▢
• 1 1/2 cups Mozzarella cheese (shredded) ▢
• 1 oz Cream cheese (cubed) ▢
• Sesame seeds (optional, for topping) ▢

Instructions

Tap on the times in the instructions to start a kitchen timer.

1. In a medium bowl, stir together the warm water and inulin. Stir in the yeast and set aside for 10 minutes .
2. Meanwhile, place the almond flour, baking powder, and egg into a food processor . When the yeast is done proofing and has increased in volume to 1/2 cup (118 mL), add it to the food processor and pulse until uniform.
3. In another medium bowl, combine the shredded mozzarella and cream cheese. Heat in the microwave, or in a double boiler on the stove, until melted. Stir until smooth and uniform.
4. Add the cheeses to the food processor, positioning the cheese over the blade. Process until a uniform dough forms, scraping the sides with a spatula if necessary.
5. Chill the dough in the fridge for 15-20 minutes , until it’s not too sticky to work with.
6. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (204 degrees C). Line a 10x15 baking sheet with parchment paper.
7. Using oiled hands, form a ball with the dough. Cut it into 8 sections, like a pie. Roll each section into a ball and place onto the lined baking sheet, 2 inches apart. Repeat with the remaining dough sections.
8. Sprinkle the rolls with sesame seeds, if using, and press in lightly so that they stick.
9. Bake for 10-15 minutes , until the rolls are golden brown.

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Maya’s Recipe Notes

Serving size: 1 keto dinner roll

I provide nutrition facts as a courtesy. Have questions about calculations or why you got a different result? Please see my nutrition policy .

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Free Printable: Low Carb & Keto Food List

• Want The Keto Cheat Sheet Printable PDF System?
• The Basic Keto Meal Formula
• Understanding Macros
• Keto Food Swaps
• Keto Food List
• Electrolyte Basics
• Keto Diet Types
• Want The Keto Cheat Sheet Printable PDF System?
• Recipe Reviews

Even though I have a great guide to starting a keto diet , people often ask me for a quick keto cheat sheet they can use. That’s why I created this simple keto diet cheat sheet , so that you can have all the info you need handy. We’ll cover the basic keto formula for building meals, foods to eat and to avoid, delicious keto swaps for high-carb foods, electrolyte basics, and 4 ways to follow the keto lifestyle.

You can keep reading to view this info, or download my keto cheat sheet printable pdf to print out or save ad-free on any device (plus the pdf has more details!).

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Get all this information and MORE in convenient printer-friendly format – 13 cheat sheet pages you can take with you anywhere or keep in your kitchen, plus 4 recipe cookbooks! Includes:

1. Keto food list (230+ foods) – Super detailed & color-coded, with net carb counts, so you’ll know exactly what to eat.
2. Foods to avoid on keto – Detailed and specific list so that you know exactly what to watch out for.
3. Macros cheat sheet – Explains everything you need to know about macros to succeed on keto.
4. Keto food swaps (60+ foods) – Covers virtually every food you love, so you don’t have to miss out!
5. Keto meal formula – With specific food ideas, so it’s easy to mix-and-match.
6. Keto flu guide – Understand what it is and exactly how to avoid it.
7. Electrolyte cheat sheet – With whole food ideas + bonus keto tips.
8. Keto Diet Types – Summary of 4 ways to do keto, so you can choose what fits you best.
9. FOUR (4!) Keto Swaps Recipe EBooks – Dozens of recipes to replace bread, rice, potatoes, pasta, desserts, and other carbs you’d otherwise miss.

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The Basic Keto Meal Formula

Eating keto doesn’t have to be complicated! While there are plenty of delicious easy keto recipes to choose from, you don’t even have to cook from a recipe to get started.

Simply follow the keto cheat sheet formula of protein + veggie + fat for your meals.

Be sure to choose a moderate amount of protein, only low carb vegetables (mostly ones that grow above ground), and generous fat to attain an optimal macro ratio. That’s approximately 60-75% of calories from fat, 20-25% protein, and 5-10% from carbohydrates. The table below will give you ideas for what to choose.

Understanding Macros

Macros are macronutrients for short. They include fat, protein, and carbohydrates.

You can calculate your own macros using the macro calculator , but the macro keto cheat sheet below will explain how to look at macros when following a keto lifestyle.

Carbs Are A Limit.

Keeping carbs low is what gets you into ketosis and keeps you there. Ketosis means that you’re using fat as your primary energy source instead of sugar, and requires keeping carbs very low.

A good starting point is 20-25 grams net carbs per day, but you can experiment after a few weeks to see if your body stays in ketosis at higher levels. People who are very active may be able to do more and stay in ketosis, up to around 50 grams per day.

“Carbs are a limit” means that you set a limit for how many carbs to eat per day and don’t exceed it. You don’t have to hit that limit, so if you’re under that’s okay, just don’t go over. Ideally most of your carbs would come from low carb vegetables, and if you’re eating enough veggies, you’ll usually get close to the limit naturally.

A common misconception is that reaching ketosis requires a certain macro ratio, but it’s really only restricting your carb intake that gets you there [ * ]. In the absence of sufficient carbs to use as energy, the body will switch to using fat as fuel. This is called the metabolic state of ketosis.

Protein Is A Goal.

Protein is made up of amino acids, the building blocks of all our cells. It’s a crucial for keeping our muscles strong and for many cellular functions [ * ].

“Protein is a goal” means that you always want to eat enough protein to reach the goal each day, but not exceed it too much. You want enough for your needs, but excess protein can trigger gluconeogenesis, which is protein being converted to sugar [ * ] and can kick you out of ketosis.

Fat Is A Lever.

Fat is the primary macronutrient in a keto lifestyle, because being in ketosis means that fat is your primary fuel source. Fat as a fuel source will come from your food, and if you are losing weight, from your body.

A big advantage of a keto lifestyle is the high fat intake. It keeps you full and satisfied, making it easier to stick to, and using it as the primary fuel source makes it easier on your body to burn body fat, with a lower chance of breaking down your muscle (provided you get enough protein).

Aside from reaching your protein goal and limiting your carbs, the remainder of your calories on a keto diet comes from fat.

Don’t fear fat – it’s your main energy source on keto, and getting enough of it trains your body to use fat for fuel instead of sugar. That means that as long as you are not overdoing your overall calorie intake, you’ll efficiently burn your body fat for fuel as well.

“Fat is a lever” means that you can increase or decrease your fat intake depending on your goals and hunger levels. Increase it (along with exercise) to gain muscle, or decrease it to lose weight.

Keto Food Swaps

One of my favorite challenges is creating recipes, or just discovering, keto food swaps. These are delicious keto replacements for traditionally high-carb or high-sugar foods.

So, I created this keto diet cheat sheet with all the swaps in one place! I also have more keto food swaps in my Easy Keto Cookbook .

Keto Swaps For Breakfast

Keto Swaps For Bread

Keto Swaps For Meals & Side Dishes

Keto Swaps For Snacks & Sauces

Keto Swaps For Cooking & Baking

Keto Swaps For Drinks

If you’re looking specifically for keto alcohol options, browse the full keto alcohol guide .

Keto Food List

When looking for a keto cheat sheet printable, the most-requested information is a keto food list.

The great thing is that keto doesn’t have to feel restrictive. It’s incredibly satisfying and there’s such a wide variety of foods you can eat!

Foods To Eat On Keto

• Leafy greens – Such as spinach, chard, and lettuce.
• Above-ground veggies – Such as peppers, zucchini, and cauliflower.
• Full-fat cream & cheese – Such as heavy cream, sour cream, and full-fat hard cheeses.
• Natural meats – Such as beef, lamb, and pork.
• Berries – Such as raspberries, blackberries, and strawberries.
• Avocados
• Unsweetened nut milks – Such as almond milk and coconut milk.
• Almond flour and coconut flour
• Eggs
• Healthy fats – Such as coconut oil, avocado oil, olive oil and butter.

Foods To Avoid On Keto

• White flour & sugar
• Rice & grains – Such as barley, wheat, and corn.
• Milk & yogurt – Such as fruit on the bottom yogurt, sweetened Greek yogurt, and all milk.
• Cereal
• Processed food – Such as granola bars, candy
• Most fruit – Such as apples, bananas, and grapes
• Hydrogenated fats – Such as vegetable oil, soybean oil, and margarine
• Sweetened beverages & condiments – Such as soda, ketchup, and sweet dressings
• Starchy veggies – Such as peas, carrots, and beets.
• Potatoes – Such as sweet potatoes and white potatoes.

That’s the short keto diet cheat sheet version of all the keto food categories, but I recommend downloading the full Keto Cheat Sheet System. It includes a super detailed printable keto food list with over 100 items, including 2 color-coded pages with net carb counts, along with 6 more pages of keto cheat sheets:

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Electrolyte Basics

Getting enough electrolytes is crucial for anyone, but especially so on a keto diet. The reason is that ketosis has a diuretic effect, which increases excretion of water and electrolytes, especially sodium [ * ]. This is often the cause of the keto flu.

For more details on electrolytes and avoiding keto flu, check out the full keto flu guide here .

The important thing to know about electrolytes is that replenishing them will keep keto flu away and keep your body functioning well. I always recommend an electrolyte drink and whole food sources of anything your body needs before resorting to supplements, so I made a list of what to eat to get each of the 3 major electrolytes – sodium, magnesium and potassium.

Here’s your keto diet cheat sheet for getting electrolytes from food:

Keto Diet Types

People follow a keto lifestyle for different reasons. Some do it just to lose weight, others are after better overall health, increased energy, and reduced inflammation.

Strictly speaking, the defining factor of a keto diet is the metabolic state of ketosis, which is achieved by restricting carbs. However, many people (myself included) also reduce or eliminate processed, inflammatory, or low-nutrient foods.

Below is your keto cheat sheet summary of the different ways that people follow keto. You choose what works best for your goals and lifestyle!

• Strict Keto – Up to 20-30g net carbs daily, count all calories and macros, and eat clean, unprocessed foods.
• Lazy Keto – Up to 20-30g net carbs daily, and track only net carbs OR eat keto foods without tracking.
• Dirty Keto – Up to 20-30g net carbs daily, with “if it fits your macros” approach including processed foods.
• Low Carb – Up to 50-100g net carbs daily, less strict.

For a more detailed listing of these different types of keto with pros and cons, grab the Easy Keto Cheat Sheet Printable PDF below!

Want The Keto Cheat Sheet Printable PDF System?

Get all this information and MORE in convenient printer-friendly format – 13 cheat sheet pages you can take with you anywhere or keep in your kitchen, plus 4 recipe cookbooks! Includes:

1. Keto food list (230+ foods) – Super detailed & color-coded, with net carb counts, so you’ll know exactly what to eat.
2. Foods to avoid on keto – Detailed and specific list so that you know exactly what to watch out for.
3. Macros cheat sheet – Explains everything you need to know about macros to succeed on keto.
4. Keto food swaps (60+ swaps) – Covers virtually every food you love, so you don’t have to miss out!
5. Keto meal formula – With specific food ideas, so it’s easy to mix-and-match.
6. Keto flu guide – Understand what it is and exactly how to avoid it.
7. Electrolyte cheat sheet – With whole food ideas + bonus keto tips.
8. Keto Diet Types – Summary of 4 ways to do keto, so you can choose what fits you best.
9. FOUR (4!) Keto Swaps Recipe EBooks – Dozens of recipes to replace bread, rice, potatoes, pasta, desserts, and other carbs you’d otherwise miss.

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Keto Dinner Rolls

A low carb keto dinner rolls recipe that tastes just like the real thing! A secret ingredient in these easy keto bread rolls gives them the BEST texture.

Scan this QR code with your phone’s camera for the full recipe, including tips, step-by-step photos, and storage, or to save it to your account. You can also find it at: https://www.wholesomeyum.com/fathead-keto-dinner-rolls-recipe/

Ingredients

• 1 packet Active dry yeast (2 1/4 tsp)
• 1/4 cup Water (lukewarm)
• 1 tsp Inulin powder
• 3/4 cup Wholesome Yum Blanched Almond Flour
• 1/2 tbsp Baking powder
• 1 large Egg (beaten)
• 1 1/2 cups Mozzarella cheese (shredded)
• 1 oz Cream cheese (cubed)
• Sesame seeds (optional, for topping)

Instructions

1. In a medium bowl, stir together the warm water and inulin. Stir in the yeast and set aside for 10 minutes .
2. Meanwhile, place the almond flour, baking powder, and egg into a food processor . When the yeast is done proofing and has increased in volume to 1/2 cup (118 mL), add it to the food processor and pulse until uniform.
3. In another medium bowl, combine the shredded mozzarella and cream cheese. Heat in the microwave, or in a double boiler on the stove, until melted. Stir until smooth and uniform.
4. Add the cheeses to the food processor, positioning the cheese over the blade. Process until a uniform dough forms, scraping the sides with a spatula if necessary.
5. Chill the dough in the fridge for 15-20 minutes , until it’s not too sticky to work with.
6. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (204 degrees C). Line a 10x15 baking sheet with parchment paper.
7. Using oiled hands, form a ball with the dough. Cut it into 8 sections, like a pie. Roll each section into a ball and place onto the lined baking sheet, 2 inches apart. Repeat with the remaining dough sections.
8. Sprinkle the rolls with sesame seeds, if using, and press in lightly so that they stick.
9. Bake for 10-15 minutes , until the rolls are golden brown.

Maya’s Recipe Notes

Serving size: 1 keto dinner roll

I provide nutrition facts as a courtesy. Have questions about calculations or why you got a different result? Please see my nutrition policy .

© Copyright Maya Krampf for Wholesome Yum. Please DO NOT SCREENSHOT OR COPY/PASTE recipes to social media or websites. We’d LOVE for you to share a link with photo instead. :)

Free Printable: Low Carb & Keto Food List

• What Is Fathead Bread?
• How To Make Keto Dinner Rolls
• Top Tips For Perfect Fathead Dinner Rolls
• How Many Calories In Keto Dinner Rolls?
• How To Store Keto Fathead Rolls
• Can You Freeze Low Carb Dinner Rolls?
• What To Serve With Keto Rolls
• Tools To Make The Best Keto Dinner Rolls Recipe
• Keto Dinner Rolls Recipe card
• Recipe Reviews

If you love fathead dough… you’re in for a real treat! We’re making keto dinner rolls! These keto bread rolls are made with a fathead dough, plus a secret ingredient that gives them an incredible flavor and texture, just like flour-filled dinner rolls.

I’ll walk you through this keto roll recipe step-by-step and you’ll have low carb dinner rolls on the table in less than an hour! Serve up these keto fathead rolls with your favorite low carb soup , keto salad , or even keto casseroles (I love them with keto cheeseburger casserole ).

So, have you guessed yet what the secret ingredient is? It’s real yeast! That may be a little uncommon for keto bread recipes, but it gives it the flavor and texture of a classic roll. (Don’t worry, it’s super simple to add.)

Readers have been asking me for a low carb bread with yeast for a while now. While this isn’t exactly a loaf, I’m willing to bet these rolls will hit the spot. 😉

And, I think the yeast is exactly what makes this the best keto dinner roll recipe!

What Is Fathead Bread?

Fathead bread is a low carb and keto recipe for bread and dough! The dough is made out of a combination of cheese, cream cheese, eggs, and almond flour.

If you haven’t made fathead dough before, that may sound odd, but trust me when I say that it turns into a perfectly textured dough for keto pizza crust , keto bagels , keto soft pretzels , low carb naan bread , and even keto gnocchi, tortillas, and breadsticks (find these last 3 in my cookbook !).

This keto dinner rolls yeast recipe really stands out, though, and I’ll even show you how to use yeast in it without needing sugar to proof it.

How To Make Keto Dinner Rolls

Making low carb rolls is a lot like making other fathead dough recipes, but the yeast adds an extra step. It’s still super simple, with just a few bowls, a food processor, and your oven.

Here’s how we make keto bread rolls using this method:

• Bloom the yeast. Stir together warm water and inulin (don’t be scared off, it’s just a prebiotic fiber we’re using to proof the yeast – instead of sugar!). Add yeast and set aside.

TIP: The yeast is ready when it’s puffy and bubbly – this takes about 10-15 minutes, but you can continue with the next step while you wait.

• Start the dough for low carb keto bread rolls . Pulse almond flour, baking powder, and egg in a food processor, until uniform. (See my tips below if you prefer to use coconut flour.)

• Make the cheese portion of keto rolls . Combine shredded mozzarella and cream cheese. Heat in the microwave until melted. Stir until smooth and uniform.
• Finish forming the dough . Once the yeast is ready as shown above, add it to the food processor and pulse. Place the melted cheese into the food processor and process just until combined, as shown below.

TIP: Place the melted cheese over the blade when you add it , before pulsing, which will help it incorporate faster. You’ll want to scrape the sides and bottom a couple times, too.

• Chill the dough . I’m sharing more tips for working with the dough for fathead dinner rolls below, but this chilling step is the most important to make the dough less sticky.
• Form the rolls . Using oiled hands, form the dough into a slightly flattened ball. Cut it into 8 sections, like a pie (shown below) and roll each section into a ball. Place it onto a parchment lined baking sheet.

• Sprinkle fathead rolls with sesame seeds . Press the seeds into roll lightly so they stick.

TIP: Feel free to mix up the toppings! Try poppy seeds, everything seasoning, or just a simple egg wash.

• Bake . When the keto friendly rolls are golden brown, they are ready to eat!

TIP: If you have patience, their texture will improve and become even more bread-like if you let them cool a bit.

Top Tips For Perfect Fathead Dinner Rolls

Keto fathead bread isn’t hard to make or hard to work with, but I do have some tips to help you out if you’re new to fathead dough:

• Use low-moisture mozzarella. This is important for the right texture. Don’t use the white, moist “fresh” mozzarella.
• Pulse the dough until just combined. If you don’t mix thoroughly, the texture of your keto rolls will be off. If you over-mix, they may be too dense.
• Chill the dough before forming. This is crucial to make it easy to work with, otherwise it will be too sticky.
• Use oiled hands to work with the dough. A neutral oil, such as avocado oil, will keep your hands slippery enough to prevent sticking to the dough. Don’t use more almond flour to prevent sticking, that won’t really work like regular flour would.
• How to make a nut-free version: To make this recipe with coconut flour (which is technically a fruit and not a nut!), replace the 3/4 cup almond flour with 1/3 cup coconut flour and add an additional egg.
• How to make taller fathead rolls: They come out pretty light and fluffy, but spread a bit, making them shorter than traditional flour rolls. If you want them taller, you could bake them close to each other so that they prevent each other from spreading, but I find it’s a bit harder for them to cook through this way and they are slightly more dense. Up to you!
• Get ALL my best fathead dough tips in my Easy Keto Cookbook ! I have an entire guide to fathead dough in there.

How Many Calories In Keto Dinner Rolls?

Each easy keto dinner roll made with almond flour has 139 calories… and 3 grams net carbs!

These numbers will be fairly similar if you make them with coconut flour, but you’ll get fewer rolls with that flour conversion (in the tips above).

How To Store Keto Fathead Rolls

Store this keto dinner rolls recipe in an airtight container in the pantry for a day or two, or for 5-7 days in the fridge. Because they don’t contain any preservatives, if you want to store them for longer than that, they should be frozen.

Can You Freeze Low Carb Dinner Rolls?

Yes, you can freeze these keto dinner rolls. Store them in a freezer bag for 2-3 months. Simply let thaw and warm in the oven if desired.

What To Serve With Keto Rolls

My keto friendly dinner rolls make such a great lunch and dinner side. Here are a few ideas that go well with them:

• Chopped Antipasto Salad – For an Italian-style meal, serve this antipasto salad alongside the low carb dinner rolls and some olive oil for dipping.
• Keto Beef Stew – This hearty classic is a filling and satisfying meal, sop up any extra stew with your keto rolls recipe.
• Broccoli Cheese Soup – My super easy, super popular recipe for delicious broccoli & cheddar soup! Pair with these keto fathead rolls for a complete meal.
• Sirloin Steak In The Oven – Steak and rolls are the perfect combo, and this recipe makes it easy.

Tools To Make The Best Keto Dinner Rolls Recipe

Tap the links below to see the items used to make this recipe.

• Glass Bowls – I use these glass bowls all the time! The set comes with every size I need, and they are nice enough to take right to the table.
• 14-Cup Food Processor – A food processor is necessary to make these keto fathead rolls, since they use yeast and need the power of the processor to incorporate well.
• Nonstick Baking Sheets – These are my favorite baking sheets and pans. Nonstick, easy-to-clean, and a great size for low carb dinner rolls!

Recipe Video

Ingredients

Tap underlined ingredients to see the ones I use.

• 1 packet Active dry yeast (2 1/4 tsp) ▢
• 1/4 cup Water (lukewarm) ▢
• 1 tsp Inulin powder ▢
• 3/4 cup Wholesome Yum Blanched Almond Flour ▢
• 1/2 tbsp Baking powder ▢
• 1 large Egg (beaten) ▢
• 1 1/2 cups Mozzarella cheese (shredded) ▢
• 1 oz Cream cheese (cubed) ▢
• Sesame seeds (optional, for topping) ▢

Instructions

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1. In a medium bowl, stir together the warm water and inulin. Stir in the yeast and set aside for 10 minutes .
2. Meanwhile, place the almond flour, baking powder, and egg into a food processor . When the yeast is done proofing and has increased in volume to 1/2 cup (118 mL), add it to the food processor and pulse until uniform.
3. In another medium bowl, combine the shredded mozzarella and cream cheese. Heat in the microwave, or in a double boiler on the stove, until melted. Stir until smooth and uniform.
4. Add the cheeses to the food processor, positioning the cheese over the blade. Process until a uniform dough forms, scraping the sides with a spatula if necessary.
5. Chill the dough in the fridge for 15-20 minutes , until it’s not too sticky to work with.
6. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (204 degrees C). Line a 10x15 baking sheet with parchment paper.
7. Using oiled hands, form a ball with the dough. Cut it into 8 sections, like a pie. Roll each section into a ball and place onto the lined baking sheet, 2 inches apart. Repeat with the remaining dough sections.
8. Sprinkle the rolls with sesame seeds, if using, and press in lightly so that they stick.
9. Bake for 10-15 minutes , until the rolls are golden brown.

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Maya’s Recipe Notes

Serving size: 1 keto dinner roll

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