Keto Party Snacks for New Year’s Eve, Bold and Simple

Keto party snacks for New Year’s Eve made simple, with quick-prep party dishes that taste bold. Get ingredients, clear steps, timing, servings, net carbs, and make-ahead notes for a low carb, sugar free spread.

Keto Party Snacks for New Year’s Eve Recipes

Build your New Year’s Eve menu around clean fats, quality protein, and low carb veggies, think bacon, eggs, cheeses, seafood, chicken, beef, pork, cauliflower, broccoli, asparagus, leafy greens, and sugar free sauces for steady energy. Stock keto staples (almond and coconut flour, pork rind crumbs, allulose or erythritol, coconut aminos, sugar free ketchup, mayo, Dijon), use quick tools like an air fryer, sheet pans, or a hot oven, serve small bites, label keto, and finish with fresh herbs or lemon zest.

Can I Make These Recipes Ahead Of Time?

Yes, many recipes are make-ahead: deviled eggs, meatballs, cranberry sauce, undressed salads, cheesecakes, rum balls, plus casseroles you assemble the day before and bake to serve. Store cooked items 3 to 4 days in the fridge, keep cold foods on ice and hot foods at 140 F or higher, follow the 2 hour rule, reheat ham covered and crisp items in a 350 to 400 F oven or air fryer for a few minutes, then chill leftovers fast in shallow containers.

Appetizers and Snacks

Set the tone with bite sized, hand held, crowd friendly snacks. Platters and skewers make service simple and neat. Keep flavors bold and prep short, so you can mingle while the air fryer works its magic.

Mini Caprese Skewers

Ingredients:

• 12 cherry tomatoes
• 12 mini mozzarella balls (about 6 oz total)
• 12 fresh basil leaves
• 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tsp red wine vinegar
• 1 pinch kosher salt and black pepper

Directions:

1. Thread 1 tomato, 1 basil leaf, and 1 mozzarella ball on each of 12 toothpicks.
2. Whisk olive oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper. Drizzle over skewers.
3. Chill 15 minutes before serving.

Yield: 12 skewers. Time: 10 minutes. Net carbs: about 1 g per skewer. Make ahead: assemble up to 4 hours, cover and chill.

Cajun Shrimp and Avocado Bites

Ingredients:

• 24 medium cooked shrimp, tails off
• 1 ripe avocado, sliced into 24 pieces
• 1 English cucumber, cut into 24 rounds
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• Pinch salt

Directions:

1. Toss shrimp with olive oil and Cajun seasoning.
2. Top each cucumber round with avocado slice, drizzle lemon juice, a pinch of salt, then 1 shrimp.
3. Serve cold.

Yield: 24 bites. Time: 15 minutes. Net carbs: about 0.7 g per bite. Make ahead: prep components 6 hours ahead, assemble within 1 hour of serving.

Keto Bacon Avocado Fries

Ingredients:

• 2 ripe avocados, sliced into 16 wedges
• 16 thin bacon slices
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tbsp fresh lime juice

Directions:

1. Toss avocado wedges with lime juice. Season with paprika and garlic.
2. Wrap each wedge with 1 bacon slice.
3. Air fry at 390 F for 10 to 12 minutes, turning once, until bacon is crisp.

Yield: 16 fries. Time: 20 minutes. Net carbs: about 1 g per fry. Make ahead: wrap and chill up to 12 hours, cook just before serving.

Low Carb Fried Jalapeño Poppers

Ingredients:

• 12 jalapeños, halved and seeded
• 6 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup shredded cheddar
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1 cup pork rind crumbs
• 1 tbsp almond flour
• 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp onion powder

Directions:

1. Mix cream cheese, cheddar, garlic, and onion powder. Fill jalapeño halves.
2. Dust with almond flour, dip in egg, then coat in pork rind crumbs.
3. Air fry 375 F for 10 to 12 minutes or bake 425 F for 14 to 16 minutes.

Yield: 24 poppers. Time: 30 minutes. Net carbs: about 2 g per popper. Make ahead: bread and chill up to 24 hours, cook before serving.

Cucumber Bites with Cream Cheese

Ingredients:

• 1 large English cucumber, cut into 20 rounds
• 6 oz cream cheese, softened
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• Pinch salt and pepper

Directions:

1. Mix cream cheese, dill, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
2. Pipe or spoon 1 tbsp onto each cucumber round.
3. Chill 20 minutes before serving.

Yield: 20 bites. Time: 15 minutes. Net carbs: about 0.5 g per bite. Make ahead: assemble up to 6 hours, cover and chill.

Ham Pickle Roll-Ups

Ingredients:

• 8 slices deli ham (about 8 oz)
• 4 dill pickle spears, patted dry, halved lengthwise
• 6 oz cream cheese, softened

Directions:

1. Spread about 1 tbsp cream cheese on each ham slice.
2. Place a pickle spear at one end and roll tight.
3. Chill 20 minutes, then slice each roll into 3 pieces.

Yield: 24 pieces. Time: 15 minutes plus chill. Net carbs: about 1 g per piece. Make ahead: up to 24 hours.

Easy Keto Deviled Eggs

Ingredients:

• 12 large eggs, hard boiled and peeled
• 1/3 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
• 1/4 tsp salt, 1/8 tsp pepper
• Paprika to garnish

Directions:

1. Halve eggs and remove yolks. Mash yolks with mayo, Dijon, vinegar, salt, and pepper.
2. Pipe filling into whites.
3. Dust with paprika.

Yield: 24 halves. Time: 20 minutes if eggs are cooked. Net carbs: about 0.3 g per half. Make ahead: up to 2 days.

Stuffed Mushrooms

Ingredients:

• 20 medium cremini mushrooms, stems removed
• 6 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp chopped parsley
• 1 tbsp olive oil, plus salt and pepper

Directions:

1. Toss mushroom caps with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Place on sheet pan.
2. Mix cream cheese, Parmesan, garlic, and parsley. Fill caps.
3. Bake at 400 F for 18 to 20 minutes until golden.

Yield: 20 mushrooms. Time: 30 minutes. Net carbs: about 1.2 g per mushroom. Make ahead: fill and chill 24 hours, bake before serving.

Keto Mozzarella Sticks

Ingredients:

• 12 mozzarella string cheese sticks, halved (24 pieces)
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 3/4 cup almond flour
• 1 cup pork rind crumbs
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning, 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• Avocado oil spray
• Sugar free marinara for serving (optional)

Directions:

1. Freeze cheese halves 1 hour. Mix pork rind crumbs, Parmesan, and seasonings.
2. Dredge in almond flour, dip in egg, coat in crumb mix. Freeze 30 minutes.
3. Air fry 390 F for 6 to 7 minutes, flipping once. Serve with sugar free marinara.

Yield: 24 sticks. Time: 1.5 hours with freezing. Net carbs: about 2 g per stick. Make ahead: bread and freeze up to 1 month.

Baked Broccoli Cheddar Tots

Ingredients:

• 3 cups riced broccoli, steamed and squeezed dry
• 1 cup shredded cheddar
• 2 eggs
• 1/3 cup almond flour
• 1 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp salt

Directions:

1. Mix broccoli, cheddar, eggs, almond flour, garlic, and salt.
2. Shape into 24 small tots. Place on lined sheet.
3. Bake at 400 F for 18 to 20 minutes, flipping once.

Yield: 24 tots. Time: 35 minutes. Net carbs: about 1 g per tot. Make ahead: form and chill 24 hours, or freeze raw.

Bacon Wrapped Cheesy Big Daddy Mac Meatballs on the Smoker

Ingredients:

• 2 lb ground beef (80 to 85 percent lean)
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan
• 2 eggs
• 2 tsp onion powder, 2 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp pepper
• 12 cheddar cheese cubes, 3/4 inch
• 12 slices thin bacon

Directions:

1. Mix beef, Parmesan, eggs, spices, salt, and pepper. Divide into 12 balls, press a cheese cube inside each.
2. Wrap each ball with 1 bacon slice and secure seam down.
3. Smoke at 250 F for 1.5 to 2 hours to 160 F internal, or bake at 375 F for 25 to 30 minutes.

Yield: 12 meatballs. Time: 2 hours smoked. Net carbs: about 1 g per meatball. Make ahead: form up to 24 hours, cook day of.

Easy Baked Keto Chicken Meatballs

Ingredients:

• 1.5 lb ground chicken
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan
• 1/3 cup almond flour
• 1 egg
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning, 1 tsp salt
• 2 tbsp olive oil

Directions:

1. Mix all ingredients. Roll into 24 meatballs.
2. Place on oiled sheet pan. Brush tops with olive oil.
3. Bake at 400 F for 18 to 20 minutes to 165 F.

Yield: 24 meatballs. Time: 30 minutes. Net carbs: about 0.5 g per meatball. Make ahead: bake and chill up to 3 days, reheat at 350 F.

Main Courses

These mains feel special but still stay weeknight simple. Carve or slice before serving so guests can grab a portion, then pair with roasted sides and a crisp salad.

Air Fryer Whole Chicken

Ingredients:

• 1 whole chicken, 3.5 to 4 lb
• 2 tbsp butter, softened
• 1 tsp kosher salt, 1 tsp paprika, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp pepper

Directions:

1. Pat chicken dry. Rub with butter and seasonings.
2. Air fry breast side down at 360 F for 30 minutes.
3. Flip and cook 25 to 35 minutes more to 165 F in the thickest part.

Yield: 6 servings. Time: 65 to 75 minutes. Net carbs: 0 g. Make ahead: season up to 24 hours, cook day of.

Cajun Stuffed Chicken Breast

Ingredients:

• 4 chicken breasts, 7 to 8 oz each
• 4 oz cream cheese
• 1/2 cup shredded pepper jack
• 1/2 red bell pepper, diced small
• 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
• 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt

Directions:

1. Mix cream cheese, pepper jack, and bell pepper.
2. Cut pockets in breasts, stuff evenly, and season with Cajun seasoning and salt.
3. Sear in olive oil 2 minutes per side, then bake at 400 F for 18 to 22 minutes to 165 F.

Yield: 4 servings. Time: 35 minutes. Net carbs: about 3 g per serving. Make ahead: assemble 24 hours, bake when ready.

Chicken Alfredo Casserole

Ingredients:

• 1.5 lb cooked shredded chicken
• 4 cups small cauliflower florets, steamed until tender
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup grated Parmesan
• 3 tbsp butter
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp pepper

Directions:

1. Simmer cream, butter, garlic, salt, and pepper 3 minutes. Stir in Parmesan to melt.
2. Combine chicken, cauliflower, and sauce in a 9 by 13 inch dish.
3. Bake at 375 F for 20 minutes until bubbly.

Yield: 6 servings. Time: 35 minutes. Net carbs: about 5 g per serving. Make ahead: assemble 1 day ahead, bake 25 minutes.

Pork Chops with Creamy Garlic Mushroom Sauce

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless pork chops, 1 inch thick
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 8 oz sliced mushrooms
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 3/4 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp pepper

Directions:

1. Season chops with salt and pepper. Sear in oil 3 to 4 minutes per side. Remove.
2. Sauté mushrooms 4 minutes. Add garlic 30 seconds.
3. Add broth and cream. Simmer 3 minutes. Return chops and simmer to 145 F.

Yield: 4 servings. Time: 25 minutes. Net carbs: about 4 g per serving. Make ahead: sauce can be made 2 days ahead.

Glazed Ham

Ingredients:

• 1 fully cooked ham, 6 to 8 lb, shank or butt
• 1/2 cup brown erythritol sweetener
• 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1/2 tsp ground cloves

Directions:

1. Score ham. Bake at 325 F for 1.5 to 2 hours until 130 F internal.
2. Simmer sweetener, Dijon, vinegar, and cloves 3 minutes to thicken.
3. Brush glaze on ham. Bake 20 minutes more until glossy.

Yield: 12 servings. Time: 2 to 2.5 hours. Net carbs: about 2 g per serving. Make ahead: slice and reheat covered with a splash of water.

Keto Beef Wellington

Ingredients:

• 2 lb center cut beef tenderloin
• 8 oz mushrooms, minced
• 2 tbsp butter
• 6 slices prosciutto
• 1 sheet fathead dough: 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella, 3/4 cup almond flour, 1 egg
• 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp pepper

Directions:

1. Sear tenderloin 2 minutes per side, cool. Cook mushrooms in butter until dry, cool.
2. Make fathead dough: melt mozzarella, mix in almond flour and egg.
3. Wrap beef with mushrooms and prosciutto, then with dough. Bake at 400 F for 25 to 30 minutes to 125 to 130 F.

Yield: 6 servings. Time: 1 hour. Net carbs: about 6 g per serving. Make ahead: assemble 4 hours, bake day of.

Steak Bites with Garlic Butter

Ingredients:

• 2 lb sirloin steak, cut in 1 inch cubes
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 4 tbsp butter
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp pepper
• 2 tbsp chopped parsley

Directions:

1. Toss steak with salt and pepper. Sear in hot oil 2 to 3 minutes per side.
2. Add butter and garlic, toss 30 seconds off heat.
3. Sprinkle parsley and serve.

Yield: 6 servings. Time: 15 minutes. Net carbs: 0 g. Make ahead: cube and season 1 day ahead.

Keto Teriyaki Pork Tenderloin

Ingredients:

• 2 pork tenderloins, 1 lb each
• 1/2 cup coconut aminos
• 2 tbsp allulose or erythritol
• 2 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tsp grated ginger
• 1/2 tsp salt

Directions:

1. Mix coconut aminos, sweetener, vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and salt. Reserve 1/4 cup. Marinate pork 30 to 60 minutes.
2. Roast at 400 F for 20 to 25 minutes to 145 F, brushing with reserved sauce.
3. Rest 5 minutes, slice, and pour pan juices over.

Yield: 6 servings. Time: 45 minutes. Net carbs: about 3 g per serving. Make ahead: marinate up to 24 hours.

Garlic Butter Sirloin Steak

Ingredients:

• 4 sirloin steaks, 8 oz each
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 4 tbsp butter
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp pepper

Directions:

1. Pat steaks dry, season with salt and pepper.
2. Sear in hot oil 3 to 4 minutes per side to desired doneness.
3. Melt butter with garlic 1 minute, spoon over steaks.

Yield: 4 servings. Time: 15 minutes. Net carbs: 0 g. Make ahead: garlic butter can be made 3 days ahead.

Easy Broiled Lobster Tail

Ingredients:

• 4 lobster tails, 5 to 6 oz each
• 4 tbsp butter, melted
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• 1/2 tsp paprika, 1/4 tsp salt

Directions:

1. Butterfly tails. Mix butter, garlic, lemon juice, paprika, and salt.
2. Brush tails and broil 6 to 8 minutes, 6 inches from heat, until opaque.
3. Serve with extra butter.

Yield: 4 servings. Time: 15 minutes. Net carbs: 0 g. Make ahead: prep butter 3 days ahead.

Creamy Garlic Butter Tuscan Shrimp

Ingredients:

• 1.5 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tbsp butter
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan
• 1 cup baby spinach
• 1/4 cup chopped sun dried tomatoes (no sugar added), drained
• 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp pepper

Directions:

1. Sauté shrimp in butter 1 to 2 minutes per side, remove.
2. Add garlic, cream, Parmesan, simmer 2 minutes to thicken.
3. Stir in spinach and tomatoes until wilted, return shrimp, season, and serve.

Yield: 4 servings. Time: 20 minutes. Net carbs: about 5 g per serving. Make ahead: sauce can be made 1 day ahead, add shrimp to reheat.

Grilled Salmon Steak with Creamy Mustard Sauce

Ingredients:

• 4 salmon steaks, 6 oz each
• 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp pepper
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp lemon zest

Directions:

1. Oil and season salmon. Grill over medium high 3 to 4 minutes per side.
2. Simmer cream, Dijon, and lemon zest 2 minutes.
3. Spoon sauce over salmon.

Yield: 4 servings. Time: 15 minutes. Net carbs: about 1 g per serving. Make ahead: sauce up to 3 days ahead.

Stuffed Salmon

Ingredients:

• 4 salmon fillets, 6 oz each, slit to form a pocket
• 6 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup chopped spinach
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp pepper

Directions:

1. Mix cream cheese, spinach, Parmesan, and garlic.
2. Stuff salmon and season with salt and pepper.
3. Bake at 400 F for 12 to 15 minutes to 125 to 130 F.

Yield: 4 servings. Time: 25 minutes. Net carbs: about 2 g per serving. Make ahead: assemble 8 hours, bake before serving.

Side Dishes

These low carb sides bring holiday comfort with lighter carbs and big flavor. Roast in batches and reheat in the oven so everything stays crisp and warm.

Sugar Free Keto Cranberry Sauce

Ingredients:

• 12 oz fresh cranberries, rinsed
• 3/4 cup allulose or erythritol
• 1 cup water
• 1 tsp orange zest (optional)
• Pinch salt

Directions:

1. Simmer water, sweetener, and salt until dissolved.
2. Add cranberries and cook 10 minutes until most berries pop.
3. Stir in orange zest. Cool to thicken.

Yield: 8 servings, 2 tbsp each. Time: 15 minutes. Net carbs: about 2 g per serving. Make ahead: up to 7 days.

Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes

Ingredients:

• 2 lb cauliflower florets
• 3 tbsp butter
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
• 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp pepper

Directions:

1. Steam cauliflower until very tender, 10 to 12 minutes. Drain well.
2. Blend with butter, sour cream, Parmesan, salt, and pepper until smooth.
3. Adjust seasoning and serve warm.

Yield: 6 servings. Time: 20 minutes. Net carbs: about 4 g per serving. Make ahead: reheat gently with a splash of cream.

Oven Roasted Asparagus

Ingredients:

• 2 lb asparagus, trimmed
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp pepper
• 1 tsp lemon zest

Directions:

1. Toss asparagus with oil, salt, and pepper.
2. Roast at 425 F for 10 to 12 minutes until tender crisp.
3. Finish with lemon zest.

Yield: 6 servings. Time: 15 minutes. Net carbs: about 2 g per serving. Make ahead: roast 90 percent, reheat 3 minutes.

Air Fryer Cauliflower

Ingredients:

• 1 large head cauliflower, cut into florets, about 6 cups
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp salt

Directions:

1. Toss florets with oil and seasonings.
2. Air fry at 390 F for 12 to 15 minutes, shaking once.
3. Serve hot.

Yield: 6 servings. Time: 20 minutes. Net carbs: about 3 g per serving. Make ahead: reheat in air fryer 3 minutes.

Roasted Vegetables

Ingredients:

• 4 cups broccoli florets
• 2 cups zucchini chunks
• 2 cups bell pepper chunks
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp pepper

Directions:

1. Toss veggies with oil and seasonings.
2. Roast at 425 F for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring once.
3. Serve warm.

Yield: 8 servings. Time: 30 minutes. Net carbs: about 4 g per serving. Make ahead: reheat at 400 F for 8 minutes.

Cauliflower au Gratin

Ingredients:

• 2 lb cauliflower florets, steamed until tender
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1.5 cups shredded Gruyere or Swiss
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp pepper

Directions:

1. Simmer cream, butter, salt, and pepper 2 minutes. Stir in cheeses to melt.
2. Combine with cauliflower in a 9 by 9 inch dish.
3. Bake at 375 F for 20 to 25 minutes until bubbly and browned.

Yield: 6 servings. Time: 35 minutes. Net carbs: about 5 g per serving. Make ahead: assemble 1 day, bake 25 minutes.

Keto Cauliflower Mac and Cheese

Ingredients:

• 2 lb cauliflower florets, steamed
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 cups shredded cheddar
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 tsp mustard powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup crushed pork rinds for topping

Directions:

1. Simmer cream, butter, mustard, and salt 2 minutes. Stir in cheddar.
2. Toss with cauliflower, place in baking dish.
3. Top with pork rinds and broil 2 to 3 minutes.

Yield: 6 servings. Time: 25 minutes. Net carbs: about 5 g per serving. Make ahead: assemble 1 day, reheat and broil.

Keto Stuffing Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground sausage
• 4 cups riced cauliflower
• 1 cup celery, diced
• 1/2 cup onion, diced
• 3 tbsp butter
• 1 tbsp poultry seasoning
• 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp pepper

Directions:

1. Brown sausage. Remove and reserve.
2. Sauté onion and celery in butter 5 minutes. Add riced cauliflower and cook 5 minutes.
3. Stir in sausage, seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bake at 350 F for 15 minutes.

Yield: 8 servings. Time: 35 minutes. Net carbs: about 4 g per serving. Make ahead: up to 2 days.

Keto Broccoli Salad

Ingredients:

• 6 cups small broccoli florets
• 8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 1/3 cup red onion, minced
• 1/4 cup sunflower seeds
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 2 tbsp erythritol or allulose
• 1/2 tsp salt

Directions:

1. Whisk mayo, vinegar, sweetener, and salt.
2. Toss with broccoli, bacon, onion, and seeds.
3. Chill 30 minutes.

Yield: 8 servings. Time: 20 minutes. Net carbs: about 4 g per serving. Make ahead: up to 2 days.

Salads

Fresh bowls balance the rich mains. Keep dressing sugar free, season well, and toss right before serving so everything stays crisp.

The Best Keto Egg Salad

Ingredients:

• 8 hard boiled eggs, chopped
• 1/3 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tbsp dill pickle relish, sugar free
• 1/4 tsp salt, 1/8 tsp pepper

Directions:

1. Mix mayo, Dijon, relish, salt, and pepper.
2. Fold in eggs.
3. Chill 20 minutes and serve in lettuce cups.

Yield: 4 servings. Time: 15 minutes. Net carbs: about 2 g per serving. Make ahead: up to 3 days.

4 Ingredient Keto Waldorf Salad

Ingredients:

• 2 cups diced celery
• 1 cup chopped walnuts
• 1 cup diced crisp cucumber
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise sweetened with 1 tbsp erythritol and a pinch of salt

Directions:

1. Whisk mayo with sweetener and salt.
2. Toss celery, walnuts, and cucumber with dressing.
3. Chill 30 minutes.

Yield: 6 servings. Time: 10 minutes. Net carbs: about 3 g per serving. Make ahead: up to 2 days.

Antipasto Salad

Ingredients:

• 6 cups romaine, chopped
• 1 cup salami, sliced
• 1 cup mozzarella pearls
• 1/2 cup olives, sliced
• 1/2 cup marinated artichoke hearts, drained
• 1/3 cup sugar free Italian dressing

Directions:

1. Combine romaine, salami, mozzarella, olives, and artichokes.
2. Toss with dressing just before serving.
3. Season to taste.

Yield: 6 servings. Time: 10 minutes. Net carbs: about 4 g per serving. Make ahead: keep dressing separate.

Cobb Salad

Ingredients:

• 6 cups chopped romaine
• 2 cups cooked chicken, diced
• 4 hard boiled eggs, quartered
• 6 slices bacon, crumbled
• 1 avocado, diced
• 1/2 cup blue cheese crumbles
• 1/2 cup ranch dressing, sugar free

Directions:

1. Arrange all ingredients over romaine.
2. Drizzle with ranch.
3. Season with salt and pepper if needed.

Yield: 6 servings. Time: 15 minutes. Net carbs: about 5 g per serving. Make ahead: prep components 2 days, assemble day of.

Bacon and Blue Cheese Chop Salad

Ingredients:

• 6 cups chopped romaine or iceberg
• 8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 1/2 cup blue cheese crumbles
• 1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
• 1/3 cup red wine vinaigrette, sugar free

Directions:

1. Toss lettuce with vinaigrette.
2. Top with bacon, blue cheese, and tomatoes.
3. Serve at once.

Yield: 6 servings. Time: 10 minutes. Net carbs: about 4 g per serving. Make ahead: keep dressing separate.

Best Keto Tuna Salad

Ingredients:

• 2 cans tuna, 5 oz each, drained
• 1/3 cup mayonnaise
• 1 stalk celery, minced
• 2 tbsp dill pickle, minced
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• 1/4 tsp salt, 1/8 tsp pepper

Directions:

1. Mix mayo, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
2. Stir in tuna, celery, and pickle.
3. Chill 20 minutes. Serve in lettuce wraps.

Yield: 4 servings. Time: 10 minutes. Net carbs: about 1 g per serving. Make ahead: up to 3 days.

Desserts

Finish strong with sugar free treats that feel festive. These desserts use keto sweeteners like allulose, erythritol, or stevia blends, and swap flour with almond or coconut flour.

Keto Rum Balls

Ingredients:

• 1.5 cups almond flour
• 1/2 cup finely chopped walnuts
• 1/3 cup powdered erythritol
• 2 tbsp cocoa powder
• 3 tbsp dark rum or 1.5 tsp rum extract plus 2 tbsp water
• 2 tbsp melted butter
• Pinch salt

Directions:

1. Mix dry ingredients with salt. Stir in butter and rum until dough forms.
2. Roll into 20 balls. Chill 30 minutes.
3. Dust with extra powdered sweetener.

Yield: 20 balls. Time: 20 minutes. Net carbs: about 1.5 g per ball. Make ahead: up to 1 week.

Keto Chocolate Mousse

Ingredients:

• 1 cup heavy cream
• 3 oz cream cheese, softened
• 3 tbsp cocoa powder
• 3 tbsp powdered erythritol
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Pinch salt

Directions:

1. Whip cream to soft peaks.
2. Beat cream cheese, cocoa, sweetener, vanilla, and salt until smooth.
3. Fold in whipped cream. Chill 30 minutes.

Yield: 4 servings. Time: 10 minutes plus chill. Net carbs: about 3 g per serving. Make ahead: up to 2 days.

Keto Mini Cheesecake Bites

Ingredients:

• Crust: 1 cup almond flour, 2 tbsp powdered erythritol, 3 tbsp melted butter
• Filling: 16 oz cream cheese, 1/2 cup powdered erythritol, 2 eggs, 1 tsp vanilla, pinch salt

Directions:

1. Mix crust and press into 24 lined mini muffin cups. Bake 325 F for 6 minutes.
2. Beat filling until smooth. Divide over crusts.
3. Bake 325 F for 12 to 14 minutes. Cool then chill.

Yield: 24 bites. Time: 45 minutes. Net carbs: about 2 g per bite. Make ahead: up to 5 days.

Keto Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookie Cups

Ingredients:

• Cookie: 2 cups almond flour, 1/2 cup brown erythritol, 1/4 cup butter melted, 1 egg, 1 tsp vanilla, 1/2 tsp baking powder, 1/4 tsp salt, 1/2 cup sugar free chocolate chips
• Caramel: 1/2 cup allulose, 2 tbsp butter, 1/4 cup heavy cream, pinch salt

Directions:

1. Mix cookie dough, stir in chips. Press into 12 muffin cups to form cups.
2. Bake 350 F for 10 to 12 minutes. Cool in pan.
3. Simmer allulose and butter to amber, whisk in cream and salt. Fill cups.

Yield: 12 cups. Time: 45 minutes. Net carbs: about 4 g per cup. Make ahead: 3 days.

Best Keto Gingerbread Cookies

Ingredients:

• 2 cups almond flour
• 2 tbsp coconut flour
• 1/2 cup brown erythritol
• 1 tsp ground ginger, 1 tsp cinnamon, 1/4 tsp cloves
• 1/2 tsp baking powder, 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 egg, 1/4 cup butter melted
• 1 tsp vanilla, 1/2 tsp molasses extract (optional)

Directions:

1. Mix dry ingredients. Stir in egg, butter, vanilla, and molasses extract.
2. Roll between parchment to 1/4 inch. Cut shapes.
3. Bake 325 F for 10 to 12 minutes. Cool to crisp.

Yield: 24 cookies. Time: 35 minutes. Net carbs: about 2 g per cookie. Make ahead: 1 week.

Coconut Flour Chocolate Cake

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup coconut flour
• 1/2 cup cocoa powder
• 3/4 cup erythritol
• 1 tsp baking powder, 1/4 tsp salt
• 6 eggs
• 1/2 cup melted butter or coconut oil
• 1 tsp vanilla
• 1/2 cup almond milk, unsweetened

Directions:

1. Whisk dry ingredients. Blend in eggs, butter, vanilla, and almond milk.
2. Pour into a greased 8 inch pan.
3. Bake 350 F for 22 to 26 minutes. Cool before slicing.

Yield: 12 slices. Time: 40 minutes. Net carbs: about 3 g per slice. Make ahead: 3 days.

Keto Gingerbread Cake

Ingredients:

• 2 cups almond flour
• 1/4 cup coconut flour
• 1/2 cup brown erythritol
• 2 tsp ground ginger, 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1 tsp baking powder, 1/4 tsp salt
• 4 eggs
• 1/2 cup melted butter
• 1 tsp vanilla
• 1/2 cup almond milk

Directions:

1. Mix dry ingredients. Stir in eggs, butter, vanilla, and almond milk.
2. Spread in greased 8 by 8 inch pan.
3. Bake 350 F for 24 to 28 minutes. Cool and slice.

Yield: 16 squares. Time: 45 minutes. Net carbs: about 3 g per square. Make ahead: 3 days.

Keto Tiramisu

Ingredients:

• Cake: 1.5 cups almond flour, 1/3 cup erythritol, 1 tsp baking powder, 3 eggs, 1/3 cup butter melted, 1 tsp vanilla
• Coffee soak: 1/2 cup strong espresso, 1 tbsp erythritol
• Cream: 8 oz mascarpone, 1 cup heavy cream, 2 tbsp erythritol, 1 tsp vanilla
• Cocoa powder to dust

Directions:

1. Bake cake in an 8 inch pan at 350 F for 18 to 20 minutes, cool and slice into two layers.
2. Whip cream. Beat mascarpone with sweetener and vanilla, fold in cream.
3. Brush layers with coffee, spread cream, stack, dust cocoa. Chill 4 hours.

Yield: 12 slices. Time: 5 hours with chill. Net carbs: about 4 g per slice. Make ahead: up to 2 days.

Keto Tres Leches Cake

Ingredients:

• Cake: 2 cups almond flour, 1/2 cup erythritol, 1 tsp baking powder, 4 eggs, 1/2 cup butter melted, 1 tsp vanilla
• Milk soak: 1 cup heavy cream, 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk, 1/2 cup full fat coconut milk, 3 tbsp erythritol
• Topping: 1 cup whipped cream, no sugar added

Directions:

1. Bake cake in 9 by 9 inch pan at 350 F for 22 to 25 minutes, cool and poke holes.
2. Whisk soak and pour over cake. Chill 2 hours.
3. Top with whipped cream.

Yield: 12 servings. Time: 3 hours with chill. Net carbs: about 4 g per serving. Make ahead: 2 days.

Keto Pavlova

Ingredients:

• 4 egg whites, room temp
• 3/4 cup allulose
• 1 tsp vinegar
• 1 tsp vanilla
• 1 cup heavy cream, whipped with 1 tbsp erythritol
• Fresh berries for garnish, optional, 1/2 cup total

Directions:

1. Beat whites to soft peaks. Slowly add allulose, beat to stiff glossy peaks. Beat in vinegar and vanilla.
2. Spread into an 8 inch circle on parchment. Bake 225 F for 1.5 hours. Cool in oven.
3. Top with whipped cream and a few berries.

Yield: 8 slices. Time: 2.5 hours. Net carbs: about 3 g per slice without berries. Make ahead: base 1 day, top before serving.

A keto New Year’s Eve can be bold, colorful, and stress free. Mix and match from these appetizers, mains, sides, salads, and desserts to build your plan. Prep what you can the day before, then set out dishes in waves so everything stays fresh and hot. Pick one item from each section and you already have a party menu. Track net carbs per serving, enjoy your night, and toast to a bright, low carb year ahead.

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