Free Printable: Low Carb & Keto Food List
- Why You’ll Love This Keto Peanut Butter Fudge Recipe
- Sugar-Free Peanut Butter Fudge Ingredients
- How To Make Keto Peanut Butter Fudge
- Flavor Variations
- How Many Carbs Are In Peanut Butter Fudge?
- Storage Instructions
- More Keto Peanut Butter Dessert Recipes
- My Favorite Tools For This Recipe
- Keto Peanut Butter Fudge (4 Ingredients) Recipe card
- Recipe Reviews
If you’re a peanut butter lover like me, you have to try this sugar-free keto peanut butter fudge recipe . The taste and texture is spot on, you need just a few ingredients, and you won’t be able to tell the difference at all between this and regular old-fashioned peanut butter fudge with powdered sugar.
Why You’ll Love This Keto Peanut Butter Fudge Recipe

- Sweet peanut butter flavor
- Silky smooth, fudgy texture
- Preps in just 10 minutes
- Only 3 grams net carbs in a large serving (or less than 1 gram for 1-inch squares!)
- Protein-rich snack

Nobody likes gritty fudge, so using a keto powdered sweetener is so important! This recipe relies on Besti Powdered Monk Fruit Allulose Blend because it tastes just like sugar, dissolves easily into the fudge base, and clocks in at zero grams net carbs.

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Sugar-Free Peanut Butter Fudge Ingredients
Here I explain the best ingredients for peanut butter keto fudge, what each one does in the recipe, and substitution options. For measurements, see the recipe card below .
- Peanut Butter – Make sure it’s salted and has no added sugar (check labels!). Also, for the fudge to set, it’s important that it’s the thick, creamy kind, not the runny kind. Many brands labeled “natural peanut butter” are too runny for this recipe. I like this brand , which is thick and creamy.
- Butter – I prefer grass fed butter for best flavor and nutrition, but you can use any unsalted butter. If you use an unsalted peanut butter, then your butter should be salted instead.
- Besti Powdered Monk Fruit Allulose Blend – Not only does it taste and act like powdered sugar, it also dissolves easily (unlike other keto sweeteners), for a completely smooth fudge texture. If you have to replace this with a different sweetener, make sure it’s powdered, but keep in mind that powdered erythritol based sweeteners (including most other brands of stevia and monk fruit) may crystallize when storing and create a gritty texture.
- Protein Powder – I used collagen ( this brand is great!), but any neutral protein powder should work for sugar-free peanut butter fudge. Be sure it’s unsweetened.
- Vanilla Extract – Optional, but recommended for flavor. You can also use different extracts here to change it up.

How To Make Keto Peanut Butter Fudge
This section shows how to make sugar-free peanut butter fudge with step-by-step photos and details about the technique, to help you visualize it. For full instructions, including amounts and temperatures, see the recipe card below .
- Prep the pan. Line an 8×8 pan with parchment paper or wax paper, letting the paper hang over the sides.
- Melt peanut butter and butter. In a large mixing bowl, heat peanut butter and butter in the microwave, or in a sauce pan on the stove over low to medium heat, until melted.

- Mix keto friendly peanut butter fudge. Stir in Besti Monk Fruit Allulose Blend and collagen powder, until smooth. Taste and adjust sweetener to taste. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla.
- Freeze. Pour the mixture into the lined pan and freeze until firm. (You can also chill in the fridge instead, but the fudge will be more soft.)
TIP: Add toppings before chilling if you like. See variation ideas below!

- Slice. Lift the parchment paper out of pan and place fudge onto a cutting board. Slice into squares.
TIP: A warm, wet knife slices more easily.
Run the knife under hot water before slicing, and anytime you notice sticking.

Flavor Variations
- Double peanut – Sprinkle some chopped peanuts over the top, or fold into the batter.
- Chocolate chip – Fold sugar-free dark chocolate chips into the batter before chilling, or simply sprinkle on top.
- Buckeye – After making the peanut butter layer, make keto chocolate fudge and pour that over the peanut butter before chilling. (You can also make individual keto buckeyes like this instead.)
- White chocolate – Melt 1/2 cup sugar-free white chocolate chips and stir into the fudge batter.
- Maple walnut – Replace 2-3 tablespoons of the peanut butter with keto maple syrup . Add 2-3 more tablespoons of collagen and 1/3 cup chopped walnuts.
- Sea salt – Sprinkle flaky sea salt over the fudge before freezing.
If you prefer more classic fudge recipes, try my keto chocolate fudge , or if you like the kind made with condensed milk, I have a sugar-free version in my Easy Keto Carboholics’ Cookbook .
How Many Carbs Are In Peanut Butter Fudge?
Traditional peanut butter fudge has about 16 grams carbs per 1-inch piece. Instead, this sugar-free peanut butter fudge recipe has just 3 grams net carbs in a 2×2-inch piece (that’s 4 times the serving size!). If you cut the fudge into 1-inch pieces, each one will have less than 1 net carb.
Storage Instructions
Store the sliced keto peanut butter fudge bars in an airtight container in the freezer. Soften on the counter for a few minutes before serving. (They are also okay in the refrigerator, but will be softer and harder to handle.)

More Keto Peanut Butter Dessert Recipes
- Keto Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheesecake
- Chocolate Peanut Butter Fat Bombs
- Keto Peanut Butter Pie
- Sugar-Free Peanut Butter Cups
- Keto Peanut Butter Cookies
My Favorite Tools For This Recipe
- Baking Pan – These pans hold up well and are made in the US. This one is the perfect size for this keto pb fudge recipe.
- Glass Storage Containers – Store any leftover sugar-free fudge in these airtight containers.
Recipe Video
Ingredients
Tap underlined ingredients to see the ones I use.
- 1 1/2 cup Peanut butter (thick and creamy, salted, no sugar added) ▢
- 6 tbsp Unsalted butter (use ghee or coconut oil for dairy-free) ▢
- 2/3 cup Besti Powdered Monk Fruit Allulose Blend ▢
- 1/4 cup Collagen protein powder ▢
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract (optional) ▢
Instructions
Tap on the times in the instructions to start a kitchen timer.
- Line an 8×8 in (20×20 cm) baking pan with parchment paper , letting it hang over the sides. Set aside.
- Combine the peanut butter and butter in a large bowl (if using the microwave) or saucepan (if using the stove). Heat over low heat, stirring a few times, until melted and smooth.
- Stir in the sweetener and collagen powder, until smooth. Taste and adjust sweetener if needed. Remove from heat. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Spread the mixture into the baking pan. Freeze for 30-45 minutes , until firm.
- To slice, lift the parchment paper out of the pan and place on a cutting board. Run a knife under hot water to warm it up, dry, and use it to cut the fudge into squares. Store in the freezer. If desired, soften on the counter for a couple of minutes when serving.
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Maya’s Recipe Notes
Serving size: 1 2×2″ square
This sugar-free peanut butter fudge is very filling. If you want to enjoy it as a bite size treat with fewer carbs and calories, just cut it into smaller squares.
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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Keto Peanut Butter Fudge Recipe

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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- Keto food list (230+ foods) – Super detailed & color-coded, with net carb counts, so you’ll know exactly what to eat.
- Foods to avoid on keto – Detailed and specific list so that you know exactly what to watch out for.
- Macros cheat sheet – Explains everything you need to know about macros to succeed on keto.
- Keto food swaps (60+ foods) – Covers virtually every food you love, so you don’t have to miss out!
- Keto meal formula – With specific food ideas, so it’s easy to mix-and-match.
- Keto flu guide – Understand what it is and exactly how to avoid it.
- Electrolyte cheat sheet – With whole food ideas + bonus keto tips.
- Keto Diet Types – Summary of 4 ways to do keto, so you can choose what fits you best.
- 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.
| Pick A Protein | Pick A Veggie | Add Fat |
|---|---|---|
| Beef Chicken Pork Eggs Lamb Turkey Fish Shellfish Protein powder Venison | Cauliflower Broccoli Zucchini Leafy Greens Cucumbers Brussels Sprouts Cabbage Asparagus Radishes Bell Peppers Jicama Celery | Butter Avocado Oil Cheese Bacon Avocado Lard Ghee Mayo Nuts MCT Oil |
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
| Instead Of This… | Eat This |
|---|---|
| Pancakes | Almond flour pancakes or coconut flour pancakes |
| Oatmeal | Keto oatmeal with hemp seeds |
| Cinnamon rolls | Fathead cinnamon rolls |
| Cereal | Keto nut granola |
| Muffins | Almond flour muffins or coconut flour muffins |
| Donuts | Almond flour donuts |
| Scones | Almond flour scones |
| High-sugar smoothies | Smoothie with berries or avocado |
| Hash browns | Cauliflower hash browns |
| Breakfast casserole | Breakfast casserole with no potatoes |
| Egg whites | Whole eggs |
| Turkey bacon | Bacon |
| Waffles | Chaffles |

Keto Swaps For Bread
| Instead Of This… | Eat This |
|---|---|
| Bagels | Fathead bagels |
| English muffin | Almond flour English muffin |
| White bread | Keto white bread |
| Multigrain bread | Coconut flour bread with seeds |
| Tortillas for wraps | Coconut flour tortillas |
| Corn taco shells | Cheddar cheese taco shells |
| Burger buns | Oopsie rolls , portobello mushroom caps |
| Breadsticks | Cauliflower breadsticks |
| Biscuits | Almond flour biscuits |
| Cornbread | Almond flour cornbread |
| Croutons | Parmesan crisps |
| Rice | Cauliflower rice , konjac rice |

Keto Swaps For Meals & Side Dishes
| Instead Of This… | Eat This |
|---|---|
| Breaded wings | Crispy air fryer wings (unbreaded) |
| Low-fat meat & poultry | High-fat cuts, or cook low-fat cuts with fat |
| Mashed potatoes | Mashed cauliflower |
| Roasted potatoes | Roasted or fried radishes |
| Tacos | Taco salad |
| Pizza | Fathead crust , chicken crust , or cauliflower crust pizza |
| Lasagna | Eggplant lasagna |
| Potato salad | Cauliflower “potato” salad |
| French fries | Jicama , rutabaga , or zucchini fries |
| Tater tots | Cauliflower tots |
| Wraps | Lettuce wraps , almond flour tortillas |
| Sushi | Naruto-style or homemade rice-free sushi |
| Breaded chicken or fish | Breaded cuts with almond flour or pork rinds |
| Spaghetti | Zoodles , spaghetti squash , shirataki noodles, kelp noodles |

Keto Swaps For Snacks & Sauces
| Instead Of This… | Eat This |
|---|---|
| Nachos | Cheese crisps |
| High-sugar fruit | Berries & other keto fruits |
| Crackers | Almond flour crackers |
| Hummus | Cauliflower hummus |
| Soft pretzels | Fathead pretzels |
| Popcorn | Puffed cheese |
| Granola bars | Grain-free granola bars |
| Jam | Sugar-free berry chia jam |
| Sweet fruity yogurt | Full-fat plain Greek yogurt with berries |
| Sweet salad dressing | Ranch , blue cheese , or plain vinaigrette |
| Ketchup | Mustard and/or sugar-free ketchup |
| BBQ sauce | Sugar-free BBQ sauce |
| Sweetened peanut butter | Natural, sugar-free nut butters |
| Light mayo | Avocado oil mayo |
| Maple syrup | Sugar-free, maple flavored syrup |
| Potato chips | Zucchini chips , pepperoni chips , pork rinds |

Keto Swaps For Cooking & Baking
| Instead Of This… | Eat This |
|---|---|
| Sugar | Monk fruit or allulose |
| Powdered sugar | Powdered monk fruit or allulose |
| White flour | Almond or Coconut flour (use in tested recipes) |
| Making baked goods soft/chewy | Xanthan gum, flax seed meal, psyllium husk powder |
| Breadcrumbs | Pork rinds or almond flour |
| Margarine | Butter, coconut oil, or ghee |
| Vegetable oil | Olive or avocado oil |
| Bananas | Banana extract |
| Chocolate chips | Sugar-free chocolate chips |
| Cornstarch or flour roux | Xanthan gum or gelatin powder (used at the end) |
| Simple syrup | Dissolve monk fruit allulose blend in water over heat |

Keto Swaps For Drinks
| Instead Of This… | Eat This |
|---|---|
| Lemonade | Water with lemon |
| Soda | Flavored sparkling water |
| Milk | Almond milk, coconut milk, heavy cream |
| Latte | Butter coffee |
| Coffee creamer | Heavy cream |
| Sweet wine | Dry wine |
| Beer | Ultra light beer |
| Mixed drinks | Hard liquor with soda + lemon |
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:
| Sodium | Magnesium | Potassium |
|---|---|---|
| Bone broth Boullion cubes Bacon Salted nuts Pickles | Seaweed Seeds Nuts Avocado Leafy greens | Potassium chloride Avocado Bone broth Spinach Broccoli Mushrooms Beef Pork |
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!
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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:
- Keto food list (230+ foods) – Super detailed & color-coded, with net carb counts, so you’ll know exactly what to eat.
- Foods to avoid on keto – Detailed and specific list so that you know exactly what to watch out for.
- Macros cheat sheet – Explains everything you need to know about macros to succeed on keto.
- Keto food swaps (60+ swaps) – Covers virtually every food you love, so you don’t have to miss out!
- Keto meal formula – With specific food ideas, so it’s easy to mix-and-match.
- Keto flu guide – Understand what it is and exactly how to avoid it.
- Electrolyte cheat sheet – With whole food ideas + bonus keto tips.
- Keto Diet Types – Summary of 4 ways to do keto, so you can choose what fits you best.
- 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 Peanut Butter Fudge (4 Ingredients)

This sugar-free keto peanut butter fudge recipe is rich, fudgy, and easy to make with just 4 ingredients. Naturally gluten-free, with a dairy-free option.
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Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cup Peanut butter (thick and creamy, salted, no sugar added)
- 6 tbsp Unsalted butter (use ghee or coconut oil for dairy-free)
- 2/3 cup Besti Powdered Monk Fruit Allulose Blend
- 1/4 cup Collagen protein powder
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- Line an 8x8 in (20x20 cm) baking pan with parchment paper , letting it hang over the sides. Set aside.
- Combine the peanut butter and butter in a large bowl (if using the microwave) or saucepan (if using the stove). Heat over low heat, stirring a few times, until melted and smooth.
- Stir in the sweetener and collagen powder, until smooth. Taste and adjust sweetener if needed. Remove from heat. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Spread the mixture into the baking pan. Freeze for 30-45 minutes , until firm.
- To slice, lift the parchment paper out of the pan and place on a cutting board. Run a knife under hot water to warm it up, dry, and use it to cut the fudge into squares. Store in the freezer. If desired, soften on the counter for a couple of minutes when serving.
Maya’s Recipe Notes
Serving size: 1 2x2" square
This sugar-free peanut butter fudge is very filling. If you want to enjoy it as a bite size treat with fewer carbs and calories, just cut it into smaller squares.
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
- Why You’ll Love This Keto Peanut Butter Fudge Recipe
- Sugar-Free Peanut Butter Fudge Ingredients
- How To Make Keto Peanut Butter Fudge
- Flavor Variations
- How Many Carbs Are In Peanut Butter Fudge?
- Storage Instructions
- More Keto Peanut Butter Dessert Recipes
- My Favorite Tools For This Recipe
- Keto Peanut Butter Fudge (4 Ingredients) Recipe card
- Recipe Reviews
If you’re a peanut butter lover like me, you have to try this sugar-free keto peanut butter fudge recipe . The taste and texture is spot on, you need just a few ingredients, and you won’t be able to tell the difference at all between this and regular old-fashioned peanut butter fudge with powdered sugar.
Why You’ll Love This Keto Peanut Butter Fudge Recipe

- Sweet peanut butter flavor
- Silky smooth, fudgy texture
- Preps in just 10 minutes
- Only 3 grams net carbs in a large serving (or less than 1 gram for 1-inch squares!)
- Protein-rich snack

Nobody likes gritty fudge, so using a keto powdered sweetener is so important! This recipe relies on Besti Powdered Monk Fruit Allulose Blend because it tastes just like sugar, dissolves easily into the fudge base, and clocks in at zero grams net carbs.

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Sugar-Free Peanut Butter Fudge Ingredients
Here I explain the best ingredients for peanut butter keto fudge, what each one does in the recipe, and substitution options. For measurements, see the recipe card below .
- Peanut Butter – Make sure it’s salted and has no added sugar (check labels!). Also, for the fudge to set, it’s important that it’s the thick, creamy kind, not the runny kind. Many brands labeled “natural peanut butter” are too runny for this recipe. I like this brand , which is thick and creamy.
- Butter – I prefer grass fed butter for best flavor and nutrition, but you can use any unsalted butter. If you use an unsalted peanut butter, then your butter should be salted instead.
- Besti Powdered Monk Fruit Allulose Blend – Not only does it taste and act like powdered sugar, it also dissolves easily (unlike other keto sweeteners), for a completely smooth fudge texture. If you have to replace this with a different sweetener, make sure it’s powdered, but keep in mind that powdered erythritol based sweeteners (including most other brands of stevia and monk fruit) may crystallize when storing and create a gritty texture.
- Protein Powder – I used collagen ( this brand is great!), but any neutral protein powder should work for sugar-free peanut butter fudge. Be sure it’s unsweetened.
- Vanilla Extract – Optional, but recommended for flavor. You can also use different extracts here to change it up.

How To Make Keto Peanut Butter Fudge
This section shows how to make sugar-free peanut butter fudge with step-by-step photos and details about the technique, to help you visualize it. For full instructions, including amounts and temperatures, see the recipe card below .
- Prep the pan. Line an 8×8 pan with parchment paper or wax paper, letting the paper hang over the sides.
- Melt peanut butter and butter. In a large mixing bowl, heat peanut butter and butter in the microwave, or in a sauce pan on the stove over low to medium heat, until melted.

- Mix keto friendly peanut butter fudge. Stir in Besti Monk Fruit Allulose Blend and collagen powder, until smooth. Taste and adjust sweetener to taste. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla.
- Freeze. Pour the mixture into the lined pan and freeze until firm. (You can also chill in the fridge instead, but the fudge will be more soft.)
TIP: Add toppings before chilling if you like. See variation ideas below!

- Slice. Lift the parchment paper out of pan and place fudge onto a cutting board. Slice into squares.
TIP: A warm, wet knife slices more easily.
Run the knife under hot water before slicing, and anytime you notice sticking.

Flavor Variations
- Double peanut – Sprinkle some chopped peanuts over the top, or fold into the batter.
- Chocolate chip – Fold sugar-free dark chocolate chips into the batter before chilling, or simply sprinkle on top.
- Buckeye – After making the peanut butter layer, make keto chocolate fudge and pour that over the peanut butter before chilling. (You can also make individual keto buckeyes like this instead.)
- White chocolate – Melt 1/2 cup sugar-free white chocolate chips and stir into the fudge batter.
- Maple walnut – Replace 2-3 tablespoons of the peanut butter with keto maple syrup . Add 2-3 more tablespoons of collagen and 1/3 cup chopped walnuts.
- Sea salt – Sprinkle flaky sea salt over the fudge before freezing.
If you prefer more classic fudge recipes, try my keto chocolate fudge , or if you like the kind made with condensed milk, I have a sugar-free version in my Easy Keto Carboholics’ Cookbook .
How Many Carbs Are In Peanut Butter Fudge?
Traditional peanut butter fudge has about 16 grams carbs per 1-inch piece. Instead, this sugar-free peanut butter fudge recipe has just 3 grams net carbs in a 2×2-inch piece (that’s 4 times the serving size!). If you cut the fudge into 1-inch pieces, each one will have less than 1 net carb.
Storage Instructions
Store the sliced keto peanut butter fudge bars in an airtight container in the freezer. Soften on the counter for a few minutes before serving. (They are also okay in the refrigerator, but will be softer and harder to handle.)

More Keto Peanut Butter Dessert Recipes
- Keto Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheesecake
- Chocolate Peanut Butter Fat Bombs
- Keto Peanut Butter Pie
- Sugar-Free Peanut Butter Cups
- Keto Peanut Butter Cookies
My Favorite Tools For This Recipe
- Baking Pan – These pans hold up well and are made in the US. This one is the perfect size for this keto pb fudge recipe.
- Glass Storage Containers – Store any leftover sugar-free fudge in these airtight containers.
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Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cup Peanut butter (thick and creamy, salted, no sugar added) ▢
- 6 tbsp Unsalted butter (use ghee or coconut oil for dairy-free) ▢
- 2/3 cup Besti Powdered Monk Fruit Allulose Blend ▢
- 1/4 cup Collagen protein powder ▢
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract (optional) ▢
Instructions
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- Line an 8×8 in (20×20 cm) baking pan with parchment paper , letting it hang over the sides. Set aside.
- Combine the peanut butter and butter in a large bowl (if using the microwave) or saucepan (if using the stove). Heat over low heat, stirring a few times, until melted and smooth.
- Stir in the sweetener and collagen powder, until smooth. Taste and adjust sweetener if needed. Remove from heat. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Spread the mixture into the baking pan. Freeze for 30-45 minutes , until firm.
- To slice, lift the parchment paper out of the pan and place on a cutting board. Run a knife under hot water to warm it up, dry, and use it to cut the fudge into squares. Store in the freezer. If desired, soften on the counter for a couple of minutes when serving.
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Maya’s Recipe Notes
Serving size: 1 2×2″ square
This sugar-free peanut butter fudge is very filling. If you want to enjoy it as a bite size treat with fewer carbs and calories, just cut it into smaller squares.
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Keto Peanut Butter Fudge Recipe
