Free Printable: Low Carb & Keto Food List

• My Keto Pudding Is The Creamiest Chocolate Fix
• Ingredients & Substitutions
• How To Make Keto Pudding
• My Recipe Tips
• Keto Pudding (Easy, Creamy Recipe) Recipe card
• Flavors & Toppings
• Recipe Reviews

My Keto Pudding Is The Creamiest Chocolate Fix

When I want an extra creamy chocolate treat, there’s nothing I love more than this keto pudding . Here’s why:

• Rich, ultra creamy, silky smooth, and chocolaty – That boxed stuff has nothing on homemade! Mine is creamier, smoother, more chocolaty, and more satisfying in every way. (Just know that it’s rich and thick, so if you want something light and airy, try my keto chocolate mousse instead.)
• Just 5 simple ingredients – Plus salt. And unlike the mystery ingredients you’ll find in store-bought versions, my keto chocolate pudding is 100% natural.
• Low carb and gluten free – Less than 5g net carbs per serving, so it’s very keto friendly! It even has some protein, plus a dairy free option.
• Quick and easy make-ahead treat – 5 minute prep, 5 minute cook time, and boom — just let it set in the fridge. If you’ve made my chia pudding or keto yogurt before, you know how amazing it is to have snacks like this ready to go. And this one nails it for chocolate cravings.

Best of all, my kids can’t tell that this is a sugar free chocolate pudding. So, if you want an easy keto dessert your whole family can enjoy, this is it. Make it with me!

Ingredients & Substitutions

Here I explain the best ingredients for my keto pudding recipe, what each one does, and substitution options. For measurements, see the recipe card .

• Heavy Cream – The base! Full-fat coconut milk or coconut cream should work as a dairy-free alternative. I don’t recommend using thinner keto milk options here, such as almond milk , because they’re too thin and the keto pudding likely won’t set.
• Gelatin Powder – My secret ingredient to thicken, without any xanthan gum or eggs! I like this brand of gelatin from grass-fed cows and used it to test this recipe. The ideal amount can vary a little if you use a different brand.
• Besti Powdered Monk Fruit Allulose Blend – This is the powdered version of my go-to sweetener, and I highly recommend it for a smooth texture in this sugar free chocolate pudding. I’ve made this recipe with powdered erythritol and other sugar substitutes in the past, but none of them dissolve as well and they can crystallize. Both issues can cause a grainy result — and virtually all other brands of monk fruit sweetener contain erythritol (check the ingredients), so they have the same problem. Avoid granulated sweetener at all costs.
• Unsweetened Cocoa Powder – I recommend Dutch processed cocoa like this , as it’s less bitter.
• Vanilla Extract & Sea Salt – To enhance and balance the flavor.

How To Make Keto Pudding

I have step-by-step photos here to help you visualize the recipe. For full instructions with amounts and temperatures, see the recipe card .

1. Bloom the gelatin. Pour heavy cream into a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin on top, and whisk immediately. Set aside to bloom. The mixture will thicken after a few minutes and look clumpy, like my picture below. (You can proceed with other steps in the meantime.)
2. Heat the heavy cream, powdered Besti, cocoa powder, and sea salt. Stir the ingredients together in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, whisking constantly, until the mixture is smooth and starts to bubble. Don’t let it boil.

1. Add the vanilla and bloomed gelatin. Remove from heat, then stir in the vanilla extract. Add the gelatin mixture and whisk until smooth and dissolved.
2. Cool and cover. Pour the keto pudding mixture into a bowl or other glass container. Let it cool, just enough so that it won’t melt the plastic wrap we’re going to put over it. Whisk again to get rid of any film on top, then immediately add the plastic flush against the top.
3. Chill in the fridge until firm. Give the pudding a good stir before serving. It should be super thick and creamy!

My Recipe Tips

• Make sure your gelatin hasn’t been exposed to humidity. It loses effectiveness and won’t gel properly if it has.
• Whisk constantly while heating. This helps the cocoa powder blend smoothly and keeps clumps away. Just don’t let it boil, or the texture might get weird!
• It’s important to evenly sprinkle gelatin powder, don’t just dump it in! This allows it to dissolve. Get the gelatin and cream as smooth as you can, but don’t stress too much, as the clumps will dissolve once heated.
• Let the keto pudding cool before covering. If it’s too hot, the plastic wrap can melt. 10 minutes is usually about right in my experience.
• Don’t let any air between the pudding and plastic covering. Air exposure will cause a film to form. It still tastes okay, but the texture of the film isn’t ideal.
• What to do if your keto pudding didn’t set? I’ve made this at least a dozen times and it happened to me once, though I can’t pinpoint why. If it’s still not set after 4 hours, it probably won’t, but you can fix it. Heat the mixture again very gently in a saucepan, without letting it boil. Bloom another teaspoon of gelatin powder in a bowl with 1/4 cup of cream (make sure it gels), then stir in and let it dissolve. Transfer back to the bowl or container, cover flush with plastic wrap, and refrigerate again.

Recipe Video

Ingredients

Tap underlined ingredients to see the ones I use.

• 2 cups Heavy cream (divided into 1/4 cup and 1 3/4 cup) ▢
• 1/2 tbsp Unflavored gelatin powder ▢
• 1/4 cup Besti Powdered Monk Fruit Allulose Blend ▢
• 1/4 cup Dutch processed cocoa powder ▢
• 1/4 tsp Sea salt ▢
• 2 tsp Vanilla extract ▢

Instructions

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

1. Pour 1/4 cup heavy cream into a small bowl. Sprinkle the gelatin powder on top (don’t just dump it in), and whisk together immediately. Set aside.
2. In a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, stir together the remaining heavy cream, powdered sweetener, cocoa powder and sea salt. Heat, whisking constantly, for about 5 minutes , until the mixture is smooth and starting to bubble. Don’t let it boil.
3. Remove from heat. Stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Add the gelatin, which will be thick, to the pan. Whisk until smooth and dissolved.
5. Pour the mixture into a glass bowl or container. Let it cool for about 10 minutes , whisking occasionally, until cooled enough not to melt plastic wrap to be placed over it. Whisk again to get rid of any film on top.
6. Cover with plastic wrap flush against the top to prevent a film from forming. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours , until firm. Stir before serving.

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Maya’s Recipe Notes

Serving size: 1/2 cup

• Tips: Check out my recipe tips above to help you to help you get a smooth, creamy texture, without any clumps or film on top. I also explain what to do if your keto pudding didn’t set for some reason.
• Flavors & toppings: Want to mix it up with other flavors or toppings? See my variations here .
• Storage: Store the pudding in the fridge for up to a week. Make sure you have plastic wrap flush against the top to prevent a film from forming.
• Freeze: This keto pudding freezes well for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight and stir before serving, or sometimes I even eat it frozen like ice cream!
• Note on nutrition info: This keto pudding is very rich! You could easily cut the serving size in half for a lighter treat that’s still super satisfying.

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Keto Pudding

Flavors & Toppings

This keto pudding is so rich that I often enjoy it all on its own, as is, straight from the fridge. But if you want to change it up with flavors or toppings, these are lovely:

• Vanilla – Use my vanilla sugar free pudding recipe instead. It’s very similar but doesn’t rely on cocoa powder.
• Fresh Berries – Sometimes I layer this keto chocolate pudding with strawberries, rasberries, or blueberries. See my ricotta dessert for a visual — you can layer the same way with this pudding.
• Nuts – You can sprinkle some on top or even mix them in. If mixing, I recommend doing so only when serving, so they don’t lose their crunch.
• Coconut – Use full-fat coconut milk in place of cream, and add shredded coconut on top. It reminds me of Almond Joy!
• Extra Chocolate – My personal favorite, pictured above! Pipe sugar free whipped cream over your keto pudding and add a few (sugar free) chocolate shavings on top.
• Peanut Butter – Swirl some creamy peanut butter into the sugar free chocolate pudding after it’s set. This version reminds me of these peanut butter fat bombs , but creamier!

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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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.
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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!

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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 Pudding (Easy, Creamy Recipe)

Make the best keto pudding with just 5 ingredients! My sugar free chocolate pudding recipe is rich, smooth, chocolaty, and so easy to make.

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/low-carb-keto-sugar-free-chocolate-pudding-recipe/

Ingredients

• 2 cups Heavy cream (divided into 1/4 cup and 1 3/4 cup)
• 1/2 tbsp Unflavored gelatin powder
• 1/4 cup Besti Powdered Monk Fruit Allulose Blend
• 1/4 cup Dutch processed cocoa powder
• 1/4 tsp Sea salt
• 2 tsp Vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Pour 1/4 cup heavy cream into a small bowl. Sprinkle the gelatin powder on top (don’t just dump it in), and whisk together immediately. Set aside.
2. In a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, stir together the remaining heavy cream, powdered sweetener, cocoa powder and sea salt. Heat, whisking constantly, for about 5 minutes , until the mixture is smooth and starting to bubble. Don’t let it boil.
3. Remove from heat. Stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Add the gelatin, which will be thick, to the pan. Whisk until smooth and dissolved.
5. Pour the mixture into a glass bowl or container. Let it cool for about 10 minutes , whisking occasionally, until cooled enough not to melt plastic wrap to be placed over it. Whisk again to get rid of any film on top.
6. Cover with plastic wrap flush against the top to prevent a film from forming. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours , until firm. Stir before serving.

Maya’s Recipe Notes

Serving size: 1/2 cup

• Tips: Check out my recipe tips above to help you to help you get a smooth, creamy texture, without any clumps or film on top. I also explain what to do if your keto pudding didn’t set for some reason.
• Flavors & toppings: Want to mix it up with other flavors or toppings? See my variations here .
• Storage: Store the pudding in the fridge for up to a week. Make sure you have plastic wrap flush against the top to prevent a film from forming.
• Freeze: This keto pudding freezes well for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight and stir before serving, or sometimes I even eat it frozen like ice cream!
• Note on nutrition info: This keto pudding is very rich! You could easily cut the serving size in half for a lighter treat that’s still super satisfying.

📖 Want more recipes like this? Find this one and many more in my Spring Ebook Bundle !

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

• My Keto Pudding Is The Creamiest Chocolate Fix
• Ingredients & Substitutions
• How To Make Keto Pudding
• My Recipe Tips
• Keto Pudding (Easy, Creamy Recipe) Recipe card
• Flavors & Toppings
• Recipe Reviews

My Keto Pudding Is The Creamiest Chocolate Fix

When I want an extra creamy chocolate treat, there’s nothing I love more than this keto pudding . Here’s why:

• Rich, ultra creamy, silky smooth, and chocolaty – That boxed stuff has nothing on homemade! Mine is creamier, smoother, more chocolaty, and more satisfying in every way. (Just know that it’s rich and thick, so if you want something light and airy, try my keto chocolate mousse instead.)
• Just 5 simple ingredients – Plus salt. And unlike the mystery ingredients you’ll find in store-bought versions, my keto chocolate pudding is 100% natural.
• Low carb and gluten free – Less than 5g net carbs per serving, so it’s very keto friendly! It even has some protein, plus a dairy free option.
• Quick and easy make-ahead treat – 5 minute prep, 5 minute cook time, and boom — just let it set in the fridge. If you’ve made my chia pudding or keto yogurt before, you know how amazing it is to have snacks like this ready to go. And this one nails it for chocolate cravings.

Best of all, my kids can’t tell that this is a sugar free chocolate pudding. So, if you want an easy keto dessert your whole family can enjoy, this is it. Make it with me!

Ingredients & Substitutions

Here I explain the best ingredients for my keto pudding recipe, what each one does, and substitution options. For measurements, see the recipe card .

• Heavy Cream – The base! Full-fat coconut milk or coconut cream should work as a dairy-free alternative. I don’t recommend using thinner keto milk options here, such as almond milk , because they’re too thin and the keto pudding likely won’t set.
• Gelatin Powder – My secret ingredient to thicken, without any xanthan gum or eggs! I like this brand of gelatin from grass-fed cows and used it to test this recipe. The ideal amount can vary a little if you use a different brand.
• Besti Powdered Monk Fruit Allulose Blend – This is the powdered version of my go-to sweetener, and I highly recommend it for a smooth texture in this sugar free chocolate pudding. I’ve made this recipe with powdered erythritol and other sugar substitutes in the past, but none of them dissolve as well and they can crystallize. Both issues can cause a grainy result — and virtually all other brands of monk fruit sweetener contain erythritol (check the ingredients), so they have the same problem. Avoid granulated sweetener at all costs.
• Unsweetened Cocoa Powder – I recommend Dutch processed cocoa like this , as it’s less bitter.
• Vanilla Extract & Sea Salt – To enhance and balance the flavor.

How To Make Keto Pudding

I have step-by-step photos here to help you visualize the recipe. For full instructions with amounts and temperatures, see the recipe card .

1. Bloom the gelatin. Pour heavy cream into a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin on top, and whisk immediately. Set aside to bloom. The mixture will thicken after a few minutes and look clumpy, like my picture below. (You can proceed with other steps in the meantime.)
2. Heat the heavy cream, powdered Besti, cocoa powder, and sea salt. Stir the ingredients together in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, whisking constantly, until the mixture is smooth and starts to bubble. Don’t let it boil.

1. Add the vanilla and bloomed gelatin. Remove from heat, then stir in the vanilla extract. Add the gelatin mixture and whisk until smooth and dissolved.
2. Cool and cover. Pour the keto pudding mixture into a bowl or other glass container. Let it cool, just enough so that it won’t melt the plastic wrap we’re going to put over it. Whisk again to get rid of any film on top, then immediately add the plastic flush against the top.
3. Chill in the fridge until firm. Give the pudding a good stir before serving. It should be super thick and creamy!

My Recipe Tips

• Make sure your gelatin hasn’t been exposed to humidity. It loses effectiveness and won’t gel properly if it has.
• Whisk constantly while heating. This helps the cocoa powder blend smoothly and keeps clumps away. Just don’t let it boil, or the texture might get weird!
• It’s important to evenly sprinkle gelatin powder, don’t just dump it in! This allows it to dissolve. Get the gelatin and cream as smooth as you can, but don’t stress too much, as the clumps will dissolve once heated.
• Let the keto pudding cool before covering. If it’s too hot, the plastic wrap can melt. 10 minutes is usually about right in my experience.
• Don’t let any air between the pudding and plastic covering. Air exposure will cause a film to form. It still tastes okay, but the texture of the film isn’t ideal.
• What to do if your keto pudding didn’t set? I’ve made this at least a dozen times and it happened to me once, though I can’t pinpoint why. If it’s still not set after 4 hours, it probably won’t, but you can fix it. Heat the mixture again very gently in a saucepan, without letting it boil. Bloom another teaspoon of gelatin powder in a bowl with 1/4 cup of cream (make sure it gels), then stir in and let it dissolve. Transfer back to the bowl or container, cover flush with plastic wrap, and refrigerate again.

Recipe Video

Ingredients

Tap underlined ingredients to see the ones I use.

• 2 cups Heavy cream (divided into 1/4 cup and 1 3/4 cup) ▢
• 1/2 tbsp Unflavored gelatin powder ▢
• 1/4 cup Besti Powdered Monk Fruit Allulose Blend ▢
• 1/4 cup Dutch processed cocoa powder ▢
• 1/4 tsp Sea salt ▢
• 2 tsp Vanilla extract ▢

Instructions

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

1. Pour 1/4 cup heavy cream into a small bowl. Sprinkle the gelatin powder on top (don’t just dump it in), and whisk together immediately. Set aside.
2. In a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, stir together the remaining heavy cream, powdered sweetener, cocoa powder and sea salt. Heat, whisking constantly, for about 5 minutes , until the mixture is smooth and starting to bubble. Don’t let it boil.
3. Remove from heat. Stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Add the gelatin, which will be thick, to the pan. Whisk until smooth and dissolved.
5. Pour the mixture into a glass bowl or container. Let it cool for about 10 minutes , whisking occasionally, until cooled enough not to melt plastic wrap to be placed over it. Whisk again to get rid of any film on top.
6. Cover with plastic wrap flush against the top to prevent a film from forming. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours , until firm. Stir before serving.

Did You Like It?

Leave a rating to help other readers (this also helps me continue to provide free recipes on my site), or get the recipe sent to your inbox.

Maya’s Recipe Notes

Serving size: 1/2 cup

• Tips: Check out my recipe tips above to help you to help you get a smooth, creamy texture, without any clumps or film on top. I also explain what to do if your keto pudding didn’t set for some reason.
• Flavors & toppings: Want to mix it up with other flavors or toppings? See my variations here .
• Storage: Store the pudding in the fridge for up to a week. Make sure you have plastic wrap flush against the top to prevent a film from forming.
• Freeze: This keto pudding freezes well for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight and stir before serving, or sometimes I even eat it frozen like ice cream!
• Note on nutrition info: This keto pudding is very rich! You could easily cut the serving size in half for a lighter treat that’s still super satisfying.

📖 Want more recipes like this? Find this one and many more in my Spring Ebook Bundle !

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

Add Your NotesYour Notes

© 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.

Keto Pudding

Flavors & Toppings

This keto pudding is so rich that I often enjoy it all on its own, as is, straight from the fridge. But if you want to change it up with flavors or toppings, these are lovely:

• Vanilla – Use my vanilla sugar free pudding recipe instead. It’s very similar but doesn’t rely on cocoa powder.
• Fresh Berries – Sometimes I layer this keto chocolate pudding with strawberries, rasberries, or blueberries. See my ricotta dessert for a visual — you can layer the same way with this pudding.
• Nuts – You can sprinkle some on top or even mix them in. If mixing, I recommend doing so only when serving, so they don’t lose their crunch.
• Coconut – Use full-fat coconut milk in place of cream, and add shredded coconut on top. It reminds me of Almond Joy!
• Extra Chocolate – My personal favorite, pictured above! Pipe sugar free whipped cream over your keto pudding and add a few (sugar free) chocolate shavings on top.
• Peanut Butter – Swirl some creamy peanut butter into the sugar free chocolate pudding after it’s set. This version reminds me of these peanut butter fat bombs , but creamier!

Free Printable: Low Carb & Keto Food List

• My Keto Pudding Is The Creamiest Chocolate Fix
• Ingredients & Substitutions
• How To Make Keto Pudding
• My Recipe Tips
• Keto Pudding (Easy, Creamy Recipe) Recipe card
• Flavors & Toppings
• Recipe Reviews

My Keto Pudding Is The Creamiest Chocolate Fix

When I want an extra creamy chocolate treat, there’s nothing I love more than this keto pudding . Here’s why:

• Rich, ultra creamy, silky smooth, and chocolaty – That boxed stuff has nothing on homemade! Mine is creamier, smoother, more chocolaty, and more satisfying in every way. (Just know that it’s rich and thick, so if you want something light and airy, try my keto chocolate mousse instead.)
• Just 5 simple ingredients – Plus salt. And unlike the mystery ingredients you’ll find in store-bought versions, my keto chocolate pudding is 100% natural.
• Low carb and gluten free – Less than 5g net carbs per serving, so it’s very keto friendly! It even has some protein, plus a dairy free option.
• Quick and easy make-ahead treat – 5 minute prep, 5 minute cook time, and boom — just let it set in the fridge. If you’ve made my chia pudding or keto yogurt before, you know how amazing it is to have snacks like this ready to go. And this one nails it for chocolate cravings.

Best of all, my kids can’t tell that this is a sugar free chocolate pudding. So, if you want an easy keto dessert your whole family can enjoy, this is it. Make it with me!

Ingredients & Substitutions

Here I explain the best ingredients for my keto pudding recipe, what each one does, and substitution options. For measurements, see the recipe card .

• Heavy Cream – The base! Full-fat coconut milk or coconut cream should work as a dairy-free alternative. I don’t recommend using thinner keto milk options here, such as almond milk , because they’re too thin and the keto pudding likely won’t set.
• Gelatin Powder – My secret ingredient to thicken, without any xanthan gum or eggs! I like this brand of gelatin from grass-fed cows and used it to test this recipe. The ideal amount can vary a little if you use a different brand.
• Besti Powdered Monk Fruit Allulose Blend – This is the powdered version of my go-to sweetener, and I highly recommend it for a smooth texture in this sugar free chocolate pudding. I’ve made this recipe with powdered erythritol and other sugar substitutes in the past, but none of them dissolve as well and they can crystallize. Both issues can cause a grainy result — and virtually all other brands of monk fruit sweetener contain erythritol (check the ingredients), so they have the same problem. Avoid granulated sweetener at all costs.
• Unsweetened Cocoa Powder – I recommend Dutch processed cocoa like this , as it’s less bitter.
• Vanilla Extract & Sea Salt – To enhance and balance the flavor.

How To Make Keto Pudding

I have step-by-step photos here to help you visualize the recipe. For full instructions with amounts and temperatures, see the recipe card .

1. Bloom the gelatin. Pour heavy cream into a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin on top, and whisk immediately. Set aside to bloom. The mixture will thicken after a few minutes and look clumpy, like my picture below. (You can proceed with other steps in the meantime.)
2. Heat the heavy cream, powdered Besti, cocoa powder, and sea salt. Stir the ingredients together in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, whisking constantly, until the mixture is smooth and starts to bubble. Don’t let it boil.

1. Add the vanilla and bloomed gelatin. Remove from heat, then stir in the vanilla extract. Add the gelatin mixture and whisk until smooth and dissolved.
2. Cool and cover. Pour the keto pudding mixture into a bowl or other glass container. Let it cool, just enough so that it won’t melt the plastic wrap we’re going to put over it. Whisk again to get rid of any film on top, then immediately add the plastic flush against the top.
3. Chill in the fridge until firm. Give the pudding a good stir before serving. It should be super thick and creamy!

My Recipe Tips

• Make sure your gelatin hasn’t been exposed to humidity. It loses effectiveness and won’t gel properly if it has.
• Whisk constantly while heating. This helps the cocoa powder blend smoothly and keeps clumps away. Just don’t let it boil, or the texture might get weird!
• It’s important to evenly sprinkle gelatin powder, don’t just dump it in! This allows it to dissolve. Get the gelatin and cream as smooth as you can, but don’t stress too much, as the clumps will dissolve once heated.
• Let the keto pudding cool before covering. If it’s too hot, the plastic wrap can melt. 10 minutes is usually about right in my experience.
• Don’t let any air between the pudding and plastic covering. Air exposure will cause a film to form. It still tastes okay, but the texture of the film isn’t ideal.
• What to do if your keto pudding didn’t set? I’ve made this at least a dozen times and it happened to me once, though I can’t pinpoint why. If it’s still not set after 4 hours, it probably won’t, but you can fix it. Heat the mixture again very gently in a saucepan, without letting it boil. Bloom another teaspoon of gelatin powder in a bowl with 1/4 cup of cream (make sure it gels), then stir in and let it dissolve. Transfer back to the bowl or container, cover flush with plastic wrap, and refrigerate again.

Recipe Video

Ingredients

Tap underlined ingredients to see the ones I use.

• 2 cups Heavy cream (divided into 1/4 cup and 1 3/4 cup) ▢
• 1/2 tbsp Unflavored gelatin powder ▢
• 1/4 cup Besti Powdered Monk Fruit Allulose Blend ▢
• 1/4 cup Dutch processed cocoa powder ▢
• 1/4 tsp Sea salt ▢
• 2 tsp Vanilla extract ▢

Instructions

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

1. Pour 1/4 cup heavy cream into a small bowl. Sprinkle the gelatin powder on top (don’t just dump it in), and whisk together immediately. Set aside.
2. In a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, stir together the remaining heavy cream, powdered sweetener, cocoa powder and sea salt. Heat, whisking constantly, for about 5 minutes , until the mixture is smooth and starting to bubble. Don’t let it boil.
3. Remove from heat. Stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Add the gelatin, which will be thick, to the pan. Whisk until smooth and dissolved.
5. Pour the mixture into a glass bowl or container. Let it cool for about 10 minutes , whisking occasionally, until cooled enough not to melt plastic wrap to be placed over it. Whisk again to get rid of any film on top.
6. Cover with plastic wrap flush against the top to prevent a film from forming. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours , until firm. Stir before serving.

Did You Like It?

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Maya’s Recipe Notes

Serving size: 1/2 cup

• Tips: Check out my recipe tips above to help you to help you get a smooth, creamy texture, without any clumps or film on top. I also explain what to do if your keto pudding didn’t set for some reason.
• Flavors & toppings: Want to mix it up with other flavors or toppings? See my variations here .
• Storage: Store the pudding in the fridge for up to a week. Make sure you have plastic wrap flush against the top to prevent a film from forming.
• Freeze: This keto pudding freezes well for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight and stir before serving, or sometimes I even eat it frozen like ice cream!
• Note on nutrition info: This keto pudding is very rich! You could easily cut the serving size in half for a lighter treat that’s still super satisfying.

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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 Pudding

Flavors & Toppings

This keto pudding is so rich that I often enjoy it all on its own, as is, straight from the fridge. But if you want to change it up with flavors or toppings, these are lovely:

• Vanilla – Use my vanilla sugar free pudding recipe instead. It’s very similar but doesn’t rely on cocoa powder.
• Fresh Berries – Sometimes I layer this keto chocolate pudding with strawberries, rasberries, or blueberries. See my ricotta dessert for a visual — you can layer the same way with this pudding.
• Nuts – You can sprinkle some on top or even mix them in. If mixing, I recommend doing so only when serving, so they don’t lose their crunch.
• Coconut – Use full-fat coconut milk in place of cream, and add shredded coconut on top. It reminds me of Almond Joy!
• Extra Chocolate – My personal favorite, pictured above! Pipe sugar free whipped cream over your keto pudding and add a few (sugar free) chocolate shavings on top.
• Peanut Butter – Swirl some creamy peanut butter into the sugar free chocolate pudding after it’s set. This version reminds me of these peanut butter fat bombs , but creamier!

Free Printable: Low Carb & Keto Food List

• My Keto Pudding Is The Creamiest Chocolate Fix
• Ingredients & Substitutions
• How To Make Keto Pudding
• My Recipe Tips
• Keto Pudding (Easy, Creamy Recipe) Recipe card
• Flavors & Toppings
• Recipe Reviews

My Keto Pudding Is The Creamiest Chocolate Fix

When I want an extra creamy chocolate treat, there’s nothing I love more than this keto pudding . Here’s why:

• Rich, ultra creamy, silky smooth, and chocolaty – That boxed stuff has nothing on homemade! Mine is creamier, smoother, more chocolaty, and more satisfying in every way. (Just know that it’s rich and thick, so if you want something light and airy, try my keto chocolate mousse instead.)
• Just 5 simple ingredients – Plus salt. And unlike the mystery ingredients you’ll find in store-bought versions, my keto chocolate pudding is 100% natural.
• Low carb and gluten free – Less than 5g net carbs per serving, so it’s very keto friendly! It even has some protein, plus a dairy free option.
• Quick and easy make-ahead treat – 5 minute prep, 5 minute cook time, and boom — just let it set in the fridge. If you’ve made my chia pudding or keto yogurt before, you know how amazing it is to have snacks like this ready to go. And this one nails it for chocolate cravings.

Best of all, my kids can’t tell that this is a sugar free chocolate pudding. So, if you want an easy keto dessert your whole family can enjoy, this is it. Make it with me!

Ingredients & Substitutions

Here I explain the best ingredients for my keto pudding recipe, what each one does, and substitution options. For measurements, see the recipe card .

• Heavy Cream – The base! Full-fat coconut milk or coconut cream should work as a dairy-free alternative. I don’t recommend using thinner keto milk options here, such as almond milk , because they’re too thin and the keto pudding likely won’t set.
• Gelatin Powder – My secret ingredient to thicken, without any xanthan gum or eggs! I like this brand of gelatin from grass-fed cows and used it to test this recipe. The ideal amount can vary a little if you use a different brand.
• Besti Powdered Monk Fruit Allulose Blend – This is the powdered version of my go-to sweetener, and I highly recommend it for a smooth texture in this sugar free chocolate pudding. I’ve made this recipe with powdered erythritol and other sugar substitutes in the past, but none of them dissolve as well and they can crystallize. Both issues can cause a grainy result — and virtually all other brands of monk fruit sweetener contain erythritol (check the ingredients), so they have the same problem. Avoid granulated sweetener at all costs.
• Unsweetened Cocoa Powder – I recommend Dutch processed cocoa like this , as it’s less bitter.
• Vanilla Extract & Sea Salt – To enhance and balance the flavor.

How To Make Keto Pudding

I have step-by-step photos here to help you visualize the recipe. For full instructions with amounts and temperatures, see the recipe card .

1. Bloom the gelatin. Pour heavy cream into a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin on top, and whisk immediately. Set aside to bloom. The mixture will thicken after a few minutes and look clumpy, like my picture below. (You can proceed with other steps in the meantime.)
2. Heat the heavy cream, powdered Besti, cocoa powder, and sea salt. Stir the ingredients together in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, whisking constantly, until the mixture is smooth and starts to bubble. Don’t let it boil.

1. Add the vanilla and bloomed gelatin. Remove from heat, then stir in the vanilla extract. Add the gelatin mixture and whisk until smooth and dissolved.
2. Cool and cover. Pour the keto pudding mixture into a bowl or other glass container. Let it cool, just enough so that it won’t melt the plastic wrap we’re going to put over it. Whisk again to get rid of any film on top, then immediately add the plastic flush against the top.
3. Chill in the fridge until firm. Give the pudding a good stir before serving. It should be super thick and creamy!

My Recipe Tips

• Make sure your gelatin hasn’t been exposed to humidity. It loses effectiveness and won’t gel properly if it has.
• Whisk constantly while heating. This helps the cocoa powder blend smoothly and keeps clumps away. Just don’t let it boil, or the texture might get weird!
• It’s important to evenly sprinkle gelatin powder, don’t just dump it in! This allows it to dissolve. Get the gelatin and cream as smooth as you can, but don’t stress too much, as the clumps will dissolve once heated.
• Let the keto pudding cool before covering. If it’s too hot, the plastic wrap can melt. 10 minutes is usually about right in my experience.
• Don’t let any air between the pudding and plastic covering. Air exposure will cause a film to form. It still tastes okay, but the texture of the film isn’t ideal.
• What to do if your keto pudding didn’t set? I’ve made this at least a dozen times and it happened to me once, though I can’t pinpoint why. If it’s still not set after 4 hours, it probably won’t, but you can fix it. Heat the mixture again very gently in a saucepan, without letting it boil. Bloom another teaspoon of gelatin powder in a bowl with 1/4 cup of cream (make sure it gels), then stir in and let it dissolve. Transfer back to the bowl or container, cover flush with plastic wrap, and refrigerate again.

Recipe Video

Ingredients

Tap underlined ingredients to see the ones I use.

• 2 cups Heavy cream (divided into 1/4 cup and 1 3/4 cup) ▢
• 1/2 tbsp Unflavored gelatin powder ▢
• 1/4 cup Besti Powdered Monk Fruit Allulose Blend ▢
• 1/4 cup Dutch processed cocoa powder ▢
• 1/4 tsp Sea salt ▢
• 2 tsp Vanilla extract ▢

Instructions

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

1. Pour 1/4 cup heavy cream into a small bowl. Sprinkle the gelatin powder on top (don’t just dump it in), and whisk together immediately. Set aside.
2. In a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, stir together the remaining heavy cream, powdered sweetener, cocoa powder and sea salt. Heat, whisking constantly, for about 5 minutes , until the mixture is smooth and starting to bubble. Don’t let it boil.
3. Remove from heat. Stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Add the gelatin, which will be thick, to the pan. Whisk until smooth and dissolved.
5. Pour the mixture into a glass bowl or container. Let it cool for about 10 minutes , whisking occasionally, until cooled enough not to melt plastic wrap to be placed over it. Whisk again to get rid of any film on top.
6. Cover with plastic wrap flush against the top to prevent a film from forming. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours , until firm. Stir before serving.

Did You Like It?

Leave a rating to help other readers (this also helps me continue to provide free recipes on my site), or get the recipe sent to your inbox.

Maya’s Recipe Notes

Serving size: 1/2 cup

• Tips: Check out my recipe tips above to help you to help you get a smooth, creamy texture, without any clumps or film on top. I also explain what to do if your keto pudding didn’t set for some reason.
• Flavors & toppings: Want to mix it up with other flavors or toppings? See my variations here .
• Storage: Store the pudding in the fridge for up to a week. Make sure you have plastic wrap flush against the top to prevent a film from forming.
• Freeze: This keto pudding freezes well for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight and stir before serving, or sometimes I even eat it frozen like ice cream!
• Note on nutrition info: This keto pudding is very rich! You could easily cut the serving size in half for a lighter treat that’s still super satisfying.

📖 Want more recipes like this? Find this one and many more in my Spring Ebook Bundle !

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

Add Your NotesYour Notes

© 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.

Keto Pudding

Flavors & Toppings

This keto pudding is so rich that I often enjoy it all on its own, as is, straight from the fridge. But if you want to change it up with flavors or toppings, these are lovely:

• Vanilla – Use my vanilla sugar free pudding recipe instead. It’s very similar but doesn’t rely on cocoa powder.
• Fresh Berries – Sometimes I layer this keto chocolate pudding with strawberries, rasberries, or blueberries. See my ricotta dessert for a visual — you can layer the same way with this pudding.
• Nuts – You can sprinkle some on top or even mix them in. If mixing, I recommend doing so only when serving, so they don’t lose their crunch.
• Coconut – Use full-fat coconut milk in place of cream, and add shredded coconut on top. It reminds me of Almond Joy!
• Extra Chocolate – My personal favorite, pictured above! Pipe sugar free whipped cream over your keto pudding and add a few (sugar free) chocolate shavings on top.
• Peanut Butter – Swirl some creamy peanut butter into the sugar free chocolate pudding after it’s set. This version reminds me of these peanut butter fat bombs , but creamier!