Free Printable: Low Carb & Keto Food List

• How To Make Keto Truffles
• Coating Ideas
• Serving Ideas
• Frequently Asked Questions
• More Keto Chocolate Recipes
• Tools To Make Sugar-Free Truffles
• Keto Truffles Recipe card
• Recipe Reviews

These are the best keto truffles I’ve ever made – I’m so excited for you to try these for the holidays (or anytime), for yourself or for a gift! While these healthy truffles are sure to impress, this sugar-free healthy truffle recipe is actually quite simple and made with just 4 basic ingredients.

And at less than 1 net carb per truffle? You can definitely eat more than one. 🙂

As someone who’s been developing recipes with 10 ingredients or less for several years now… fewer ingredients is better if they’re high-quality. That’s why I’m so happy to include my favorite ChocZero dark chocolate chips in these truffles — they have the perfect balance of sweetness and rich chocolate flavor, with no sugar alcohols, soy, or gluten. I love them so much that you’ll find them in dozens of other recipes too, like keto fudge , keto chocolate cookies , chocolate mousse , and even sugar free hot chocolate .

You might notice that these truffles are similar to my Nutella truffles and chocolate fat bombs , in that we’re creating a chocolatey base that will firm up in the fridge. This one makes the process even easier by cutting down on ingredients — and adding the richest sugar-free dark chocolate !

This time, we’re going back to the basics with a super easy sugar-free truffle recipe. No frills about it, but they are just simple perfection. These keto chocolate truffles are incredibly rich and chocolaty, you would never guess that they don’t have sugar. And, you can customize them to your heart’s content with your favorite toppings – I’m offering lots of ideas for that below!

Get ChocZero Sugar-Free Dark Chocolate Chips Here

How To Make Keto Truffles

This no bake keto chocolate truffles recipe is easier than you may think! Here’s how to make them:

• Place chocolate into a bowl. We do this first, because they need to be ready to go after the next step!

• Heat cream and butter. Combine cream and butter in a saucepan , and bring to barely a simmer. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla .

• Make ganache. While the cream is still hot, pour it over the chocolate. Let the mixture sit for a few minutes to soften, then stir together until smooth and shiny.

• Chill. Pour the ganache into a rectangular glass container ( this one is a great size! ) and refrigerate until firm, no longer shiny, and not sticky when touched lightly.

TIP: If the ganache gets too firm, simply let it sit out at room temperature to soften.

• Roll sugar-free truffles. Use an extra small cookie scoop to scoop chocolate and roll into balls. Place onto chilled jelly roll pan .

TIP: Rinse your hands with cold water to cool them off before rolling truffles. This helps prevent them from melting.

• Coat truffles. Roll truffles in coatings right away – don’t chill them first, as the filling sticks better while they are softened from rolling.

TIP: Use a variety of coatings and your truffles will look great on a platter. I have some ideas below!

Coating Ideas

We’re coating these healthy chocolate truffles with a number of coatings, which can add sweetness, texture, and crunch. You can roll them in:

• Melted chocolate – You can use more ChocZero dark chocolate , but my personal favorite is their white chocolate !
• Powders – Try cocoa powder , powdered Monk Fruit Sweetener , matcha powder , or espresso powder
• Finely chopped nuts – Try hazelnuts , macadamia nuts , or almonds . (Get the full keto nuts list here for other options!)
• Shredded coconut
• Sugar-free sprinkles – These are also perfect for keto sugar cookies !
• Keto chocolate chip cookie crumbs

For the low carb truffles shown here, I used an assortment of these coatings, including cocoa powder, chopped hazelnuts, powdered monk fruit , melted chocolate , and shredded coconut.

Serving Ideas

Truffles are best served at room temperature. They will reach that naturally as you roll them, so you can simply serve them right away!

If they get too soft from your hands, though, you can chill them a bit before serving. On the other hand, if you’ve had them in the fridge for a while, let them come to room temp for 10 minutes or so before enjoying, for the best texture.

• What is chocolate truffle filling? The filling of a chocolate truffle is a homemade chocolate ganache made from heavy cream, butter, chocolate, and vanilla. We’re using ChocZero Keto Chocolate Chips to make this version sugar-free!
• What do truffles taste like? Chocolate truffles taste a bit like little balls of chocolate fudge .
• Are truffles keto? Most truffles would not be keto, as they are made with sugar! However, this truffle recipe is very low carb and perfect for a keto diet. Each truffle has just 0.9 grams net carbs per piece .
• Are they vegetarian? Vegan? Gluten-free? Keto truffles are naturally gluten-free and vegetarian, but not vegan, due to the dairy content.
• Can I make them dairy-free? Possibly. I’m confident that you can replace the heavy cream with full-fat coconut milk. In place of butter, you might be able to use a dairy-free butter alternative. I love this butter flavored coconut oil , but have not tested it with this sugar-free truffles recipe.
• Can you use milk or white chocolate? Yes! You can make these with ChocZero white chocolate and milk chocolate as well.

More Keto Chocolate Recipes

• Keto Chocolate Cake – The BEST keto chocolate cake! Rich, moist, and you can make it in one bowl.
• Keto Chocolate Cookies – Double chocolate cookies, this is made for chocolate lovers. Made with just 6 ingredients.
• Keto Chocolate Pudding – Make this in just 5 minutes – it’s the best dessert for when you need a chocolate fix.
• Keto Chocolate Donuts – Chocolate on the outside, chocolate on the inside, and so irresistable.
• Chocolate Protein Ice Cream – Tasty enough for dessert, healthy enough for a treat with 13 grams protein and just 1 gram sugar!

Tools To Make Sugar-Free Truffles

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

• ChocZero Keto Dark Chocolate Chips – The key to making the best keto truffles!
• Glass Meal Prep Dish – Use these meal prep storage containers to make and store this keto truffles recipe. This set has a good size for letting the mixture chill as quickly as possible, without being too deep or too shallow.
• Chocolate Dipping Tools – This tool makes coating the healthy truffles super easy – without the messy hands!
• Gift Boxes – Pack up a variety of healthy truffles in these cute holiday boxes for healthy treat gifting.

Ingredients

Tap underlined ingredients to see the ones I use.

Keto truffles:

• 1/3 cup Heavy cream ▢
• 1 tbsp Unsalted butter ▢
• 7 oz ChocZero Sugar-Free Dark Chocolate Chips (1 bag) ▢
• 1 tsp Vanilla extract ▢

Keto truffle coating options:

• Dutch processed cocoa powder (preferably Dutch processed) ▢
• ChocZero Sugar-Free Dark Chocolate Chips (melted) ▢
• Hazelnuts (finely chopped) ▢
• Shredded Coconut ▢
• Besti Powdered Monk Fruit Allulose Blend ▢

Instructions

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

1. Place the ChocZero chocolate chips into a small bowl. Set aside.
2. In a small 1-quart saucepan on the stove, combine the heavy cream and butter. Let the butter melt, then continue to heat until the cream just barely starts to simmer.
3. Remove from heat. Stir in the vanilla.
4. Immediately, while the cream is still hot, pour it over the chocolate. Set aside for 3-5 minutes to allow the chocolate to melt, then stir together until smooth. (This is chocolate ganache.)
5. Pour the ganache into a small rectangular glass meal prep dish . Refrigerate for about 2 hours , until the ganache is thick and semi-firm (it shouldn’t be shiny anymore and your fingers should not stick), but not hard. (If it gets too firm, you can let it sit at room temperature to soften.)
6. Line a 10x15 jelly roll pan lined with parchment paper. Refrigerate this at the same time.
7. Wash your hands with cold water to cool them off. Use an extra small cookie scoop (this one is the ideal size) to scoop the chocolate mixture, shape the balls as needed, and place onto the 10x15 pan. Work quickly and avoid touching the truffles too much, or they’ll melt.
8. Roll the keto truffles in cocoa powder, or your other coatings of choice (see ideas above).
9. Store truffles in the refrigerator, but let them sit at room temperature for a few minutes before serving.

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Maya’s Recipe Notes

Serving size: 1 truffle

• Store: Keep in the fridge for a week or so, and let them sit out a bit before serving.
• Meal Prep: Make ahead since they need time to chill—perfect for parties or gifting!
• Freeze: Freeze in a single layer, then transfer to a container with parchment between layers to prevent sticking.

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Keto Truffle 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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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 Truffles

The BEST keto truffles recipe - just 4 ingredients! These healthy sugar-free truffles are so rich & chocolaty, you’d never guess they’re 0.9g net carbs each.

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Ingredients

Keto truffles:

• 1/3 cup Heavy cream
• 1 tbsp Unsalted butter
• 7 oz ChocZero Sugar-Free Dark Chocolate Chips (1 bag)
• 1 tsp Vanilla extract

Keto truffle coating options:

• Dutch processed cocoa powder (preferably Dutch processed)
• ChocZero Sugar-Free Dark Chocolate Chips (melted)
• Hazelnuts (finely chopped)
• Shredded Coconut
• Besti Powdered Monk Fruit Allulose Blend

Instructions

1. Place the ChocZero chocolate chips into a small bowl. Set aside.
2. In a small 1-quart saucepan on the stove, combine the heavy cream and butter. Let the butter melt, then continue to heat until the cream just barely starts to simmer.
3. Remove from heat. Stir in the vanilla.
4. Immediately, while the cream is still hot, pour it over the chocolate. Set aside for 3-5 minutes to allow the chocolate to melt, then stir together until smooth. (This is chocolate ganache.)
5. Pour the ganache into a small rectangular glass meal prep dish . Refrigerate for about 2 hours , until the ganache is thick and semi-firm (it shouldn’t be shiny anymore and your fingers should not stick), but not hard. (If it gets too firm, you can let it sit at room temperature to soften.)
6. Line a 10x15 jelly roll pan lined with parchment paper. Refrigerate this at the same time.
7. Wash your hands with cold water to cool them off. Use an extra small cookie scoop (this one is the ideal size) to scoop the chocolate mixture, shape the balls as needed, and place onto the 10x15 pan. Work quickly and avoid touching the truffles too much, or they’ll melt.
8. Roll the keto truffles in cocoa powder, or your other coatings of choice (see ideas above).
9. Store truffles in the refrigerator, but let them sit at room temperature for a few minutes before serving.

Maya’s Recipe Notes

Serving size: 1 truffle

• Store: Keep in the fridge for a week or so, and let them sit out a bit before serving.
• Meal Prep: Make ahead since they need time to chill—perfect for parties or gifting!
• Freeze: Freeze in a single layer, then transfer to a container with parchment between layers to prevent sticking.

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. :)