50 Dairy-Free Keto Recipes (2024)

Whether you have a lactose allergy or are just trying to stay away from dairy products, these 50 dairy-free keto recipes are perfect for you to enjoy a variety of delicious low-carb recipes. These recipes are free from any milk, cheese, yogurt, and all dairy products!

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A DAIRY-FREE DIET

More and more people are deciding to go dairy-free as lactose and milk intolerance becomes more common. There are also many people who decide to cut dairy out of their diet because they simply feel better without it!

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All milk that comes from a mammal is considered to be dairy along with all of the products, like cheese and butter, that are made from it. With these products being a big part of the American diet, it can be very difficult to make this change in your diet. It can be even harder if you are following another diet such as keto, paleo, or low-carb; however, there are many recipes out there to help you with this! Which is why you need this list.

These recipes are full of flavor, free from dairy, and won’t leave you craving dairy-heavy food!

HOW CAN I EAT KETO AND DAIRY-FREE?

Although many dairy products can be great options for people following a keto diet, it is certainly possible to avoid dairy while maintaining this high fat, low-carb diet. There are a few substitutes for dairy products that are great for creating a creamy, cheesy, or thick texture that many dairy-containing keto recipes include.

Coconut oil, for example, can be used to replace butter because it has a similar texture and fat content, but is derived from coconuts rather than milk. For milk, nut and soy milk are a perfect substitute in keto recipes. Another ingredient that makes keto recipes creamy without using any dairy products is mayonnaise, which surprisingly doesn’t contain any dairy!

With these ingredient substitutes, you can make thousands of dairy-free recipes that are also keto! Below are 50 of my favorite!

1) JALAPEÑO POPPER CHICKEN SALAD

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This Jalepeño Popper Chicken Salad puts a twist on the classic Jalepeño Popper and is great for meal prep!

2) Low-Carb Pancakes

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There’s nothing like a big stack of pancakes to start your day! These pancakes arelow-carb, gluten-free, grain-free, dairy-free, vegetarian, and refined sugar-free!

3) PBJ Fat Bombs

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Peanut Butter and Jelly sandwich in fat bomb form? Yes, please!

4) Vegan Keto Baked Pancakes

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These Vegan Keto Baked Pancakes are the ultimate allergy-friendly meal prep option for busy weekdays! These pancakes are keto, low-carb, paleo, dairy-free, egg-free, nut-free, gluten-free, grain-free, vegetarian, vegan, refined-sugar-free, and only 2.3g net carbs per serving!

5) Low-FODMAP Pressure Cooker Italian Beef

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This Low-FODMAP Pressure Cooker Italian Beef featuring Mezzetta Peperoncini is the best quick and delicious dinner option! This recipe is low-FODMAP, low-carb, keto, gluten-free, grain-free, dairy-free, and sugar-free!

6) Keto Bacon Coleslaw

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If you’re looking to increase your veggie intake but still keep net carbs low, this Keto Bacon Coleslaw is a must try.

7) Warm Bacon and Egg Salad

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This bacon salad is SO FLAVORFUL! Made with a warm bacon dressing (and bacon crumbles!), this is a recipe your whole family is sure to love!

8) Low-Carb Berry Cream Popsicles

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When you are craving a cold, sweet treat, try one of these Low-Carb Berry Cream Popsicles!

9) Keto Green Smoothie

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This smoothie makes for a perfect on-the-go breakfast for those busy mornings!

10) Low-Carb Cookies

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These Low-Carb Cookies are a healthy twist on the traditional sugar cookie! They are great for the holidays!

11) Key Lime Pie Fat Bombs

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Thesedelicious Key Lime Pie Fat Bombs are full of fresh, citrus flavor and are a great source of nutrient-dense ingredients to keep you full and focused between meals!

12) Low-Carb Crackers

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Perfect for your favorite dip or spread!

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These make a great party or tailgating appetizer and can be made super quickly and easily in your Instant Pot!

14) Keto Brownies

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Nothing beats a classic brownie! These Keto Brownies are dairy-free, vegetarian,gluten-free, grain-free, and refined-sugar-free, and paleo!

15) Avocado Tuna Salad

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This protein-packed Avocado Tuna Salad will keep you feeling full for hours!

16)Keto Lemon Bars

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These keto lemon bars are the perfect treat to add to your daily food line up. After your first bite, you’re going to want them all the time!

17) Keto Meatballs

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With only 1 gram of net carbs per serving, these meatballs make for a perfect keto, paleo, and dairy-free dinner for those busy nights!

18) Blueberry Breakfast Crumble

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If you like sweet breakfasts, then this blueberry breakfast crumble recipe is for YOU.

19) Low-Carb Glazed Orange Scones

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These Low-Carb Glazed Orange Scones are a tart and citrusy baked good that pairs perfectly with your morning coffee!

20) Keto Breakfast Muffins

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These keto breakfast muffins are a deliciously soft and easy keto recipe that’s so simple to make and will impress all your family with your new-found baking skills.

21) Low-Carb Lemon Blueberry Bread

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This bread is free of refined sugar, gluten, grains, and dairy, but full of flavor! Best of all, it only has 4.9g net carbs per serving!

22) Dark Chocolate Raspberry Bark

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This dark chocolate raspberry bark is a perfect fat bomb dessert recipe to have on-hand for parties and get-togethers!

23) Powdered Donut Hole Fat Bombs

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These Powdered Donut Hole Fat Bombs are perfect for when you are craving something sweet! They are keto, low-carb, nut-free, paleo, dairy-free, gluten-free, grain-free, vegan, vegetarian, refined-sugar-free, and contain only 1.7 grams of net carbs per serving!

24) Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings

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Who is up for a yummy chicken wing recipe? This time, I’m teaching you how to cook up DELICIOUS, low carb lemon pepper chicken wings!

25) 10-Minute Spicy Tuna Rolls

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These Spicy Tuna Rolls can be whipped up in 10 minutes or less, making them a great option for a quick and easy meal!

26) Vegan Keto Bread Rolls

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You don’t have to miss out on bread with this recipe that is dairy-free, egg-free, gluten-free, grain-free, vegetarian, vegan, and refined-sugar-free, and keto, with only 3.3g net carbs per serving!

27) Instant Pot Beef Stew

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If you are looking for a hearty, filling meal that is full of nutritious ingredients and will warm you right up, this Instant Pot Beef Stew is an awesome idea that you should try out ASAP!

28) Spicy Salmon Poppers

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Perfect for an allergy friendly appetizer!

29) No-Bake Chocolate Chip Almond Butter Fat Bomb Bars

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Almond butter, chocolate chips…need I say more!?!

30) Flourless Pumpkin Spice Pancakes

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Care for some tasty flourless pumpkin spice pancakes to start your morning? This recipe only takes 20 minutes to whip up and is packed with protein and fiber!

31) Low-Carb Glazed Sugar Cookies

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Have a sweet tooth? These cookies are sure to satisfy! Plus, they arelow-carb, keto, nut-free, paleo, dairy-free, gluten-free, grain-free, vegetarian, refined-sugar-free, and contain only 3.2 grams of net carbs per serving.

32) Chocolate Bar Fat Bombs

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Just like your favorite candy bar but in fat bomb form!

33) Low Carb Stuffing

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Low carb, keto stuffing?! YES, please! This recipe calls for TONS of veggies to put a healthy (and delicious) twist on the traditional side dish.

34) Instant Pot Beef and Broccoli

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This delish instant pot beef and broccoli recipe is keto-compliant and nut-free. An easy-to-prepare dish with a total prep and cook time of only 35 minutes!

35) Nut-Free Dairy-Free Creamy Cold Brew Keto Coffee

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A glass of this creamy deliciousness is a great way to start your day!

36) Mexican Cauliflower Rice

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This Mexican Cauliflower Rice is a simple, nutrient-dense, and delicious side dish option that is low-carb, paleo, Whole30-compliant, and vegan!

37) Keto Coffee Cake

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Enjoy thisketo, low-carb, nut-free, paleo, dairy-free, gluten-free, grain-free, vegetarian, refined-sugar-free coffee cake alongside your morning cup of joe!

38) Keto Thin Mints

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Girl Scouts can’t compete with these cookies that areketo, low-carb, paleo, dairy-free, egg-free, gluten-free, grain-free, vegetarian, vegan, and refined sugar-free!

39) Low-Carb Coconut Blondies

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Calling all coconut lovers! The perfect sweet treat is here! This nut-free low-carb coconut blondies recipe is one of my favorites and is sure to become one of yours too.

40) Nut-Free Keto Bread

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Who says you can’t enjoy bread while following a low-carb and dairy-free diet?

41) Keto Shamrock Shake Bites

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You’ll never have to go to McDonald’s again with theseketo, low-carb, paleo, dairy-free, nut-free, gluten-free, grain-free, and refined-sugar-free Shamrock Shake Bites!

42) Easy Avocado Boats

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There are 3 variations for these Easy Avocado Boats…try them all!

43) Paleo Asian Meatballs

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These meatballs are great served atop a bed of spiralized vegetables!

44) Keto Chocolate Sea Salt Cookies

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Chocolate and sea salt is the perfect combination to curb your sweet tooth!

45) Low-Carb Triple Chocolate Zucchini Muffins

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Not just double chocolate, TRIPLE CHOCOLATE! Yes, please!!!

46) Low Carb Greek Salad Meal Prep Jars

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This low carb Greek salad meal prep jar recipe is the perfect solution for those of you that are busy and always on-the-go and just want a quick and SIMPLE meal!

47) Buffalo Deviled Eggs

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These Buffalo Deviled Eggs add a little kick to traditional deviled eggs and areketo, low-carb, paleo, Whole30-compliant, nut-free, dairy-free, coconut-free, gluten-free, grain-free, vegetarian, and sugar-free!

48) Low Carb Granola Bars

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These granola bars are absolutely DELICIOUS and do a great job of satisfying any midday or after-dinner sweet cravings that I get.

49) Healthy Peanut Butter Mousse

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Creamy, peanut butter goodness? I need this in my mouth now!

50) Keto Flourless Mocha Brownies

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These Keto Flourless Mocha Brownies are a coffee and chocolate lover’s heaven!

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FAQs

Can you do a keto diet without dairy? ›

By replacing dairy fats with plant-based fats, you are also swapping out saturated fats for the much healthier unsaturated fats. Here are a few dairy-free keto tips: Eat a variety of meat, seafood, eggs, nuts & seeds, low-carb veggies and use oils, avocado, coconut and olives for additional fats.

How do I replace dairy in my keto diet? ›

Keto-friendly milks
  1. Almond milk. Almond milk is probably the most widely used milk on keto. ...
  2. Coconut milk. Coconut milk is also a good choice for keto, but some brands contain up to 5 grams of net carbs per 1-cup (240-mL) serving. ...
  3. Macadamia nut milk. ...
  4. Flax milk. ...
  5. Soy milk. ...
  6. Cashew milk. ...
  7. Pea milk. ...
  8. Half-and-half.
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What dairy products should I avoid on keto? ›

Here are a few milk varieties that might not be a good fit for your keto diet:
  • Animal milk. Milk from goats, sheep, and yaks contains roughly the same amount of carbohydrates as cow's milk, so you should avoid all of these products while on a keto diet.
  • Coconut milk. ...
  • Oat milk. ...
  • Rice milk.
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Does too much dairy kick you out of ketosis? ›

As long as the particular dairy product is low enough in carbs to fit within your daily carb limit, you can have it on keto. For most people, this limit will be around 35 grams of total carbs and 25 grams of net carbs per day.

Which cheese is best for keto diet? ›

Some cheeses suit the keto diet better than others. This mainly comes down to their carb and fat content and level of processing. The best keto cheeses include cheddar, Gouda, goat cheese, and blue cheese, while the worst are cottage cheese and low fat and processed varieties.

What can I eat instead of cheese on keto? ›

However, if you miss that cheesy texture and flavor, then there are some great Keto cheese substitutes:
  • Keto Substitute for Cheese: Cashew Cheese & Other Nut Cheeses. ...
  • Keto Substitute for Cheese: Nutritional Yeast. ...
  • Keto Substitute for Cheese: Cauliflower “Cheese” ...
  • Keto Substitute for Cheese: Zucchini “Cheese”
Feb 8, 2024

What is a good replacement for dairy milk? ›

What is the best alternative to milk?
  • Soy Milk. Soy milk has been the most popular non-dairy substitute for decades because its nutrition profile closely resembles that of cow's milk. ...
  • Almond Milk. Almond milk is a great dairy alternative when you are looking to cut calories. ...
  • Rice Milk. ...
  • Coconut Milk. ...
  • Hemp Milk. ...
  • Cashew Milk.
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What should I substitute for dairy? ›

There are a number of alternative foods and drinks available in supermarkets to replace milk and dairy products, such as: soya milks, yoghurts and some cheeses. rice, oat, almond, hazelnut, coconut, quinoa and potato milks.

Is peanut butter OK on keto? ›

Peanut butter can definitely be part of a keto diet, but it's best to stick to plain options that are free of extra flavors and sweeteners. Almond butter is a good choice, too, and it's slightly lower in carbs. Additionally, you should be mindful of your portion size if you're trying to lose weight.

Which fruit is keto? ›

Keto fruits by definition are low in carbohydrates. You still need to exercise portion control with most keto-friendly fruits to be within the limits of a keto diet. Keto-friendly fruits include avocados, watermelon, strawberries, lemons, tomatoes, raspberries, peaches, cantaloupe, star fruit, and blackberries.

Is cottage cheese good on keto? ›

Proponents say that the best types of cottage cheese for keto are those that are plain and 4% full-fat. This variety is generally the highest in fat and lowest in carbs, fitting perfectly into the rules of the ketogenic diet regime.

What foods ruin ketosis? ›

One of the initial food categories to steer clear of on the keto diet is grains and starchy foods. Examples include wheat, rice, corn, and oats, which are rich in carbohydrates. These goods can have a notable impact on blood sugar levels and impede the body's ability to enter ketosis.

Is Greek yogurt OK on keto? ›

Plain Greek yogurt and cottage cheese are nutritious, high protein foods. While they contain some carbs, you can eat them in moderation on keto. Both yogurt and cottage cheese have been shown to help decrease appetite and promote feelings of fullness (33, 34 ).

Can you eat too much cheese on keto? ›

The Bottom Line. Cheese is delicious and supports a healthy keto diet. To maintain ketosis and weight loss, limit yourself to 1-3 ounces of cheese per day. It's fantastic as a snack or ingredient in any recipe!

Can you do keto if you are allergic to dairy? ›

Yes. The keto diet doesn't have to include fats from dairy in order to promote better health, especially for those who are sensitive to dairy. However, you need to find alternatives that can provide calcium and other essential nutrients.

Can you have Greek yogurt on keto? ›

Is Greek Yogurt Keto? Yes! Especially for those of us who struggle to meet protein needs, Greek yogurt is an excellent choice on the keto diet. A 3/4 cup serving of full fat Greek yogurt has 5g of carbs, 9g of fat, and 15g of protein, making it my favorite choice for the keto diet.

What is a keto substitute for heavy cream? ›

Coconut milk is a perfect vegan heavy cream alternative, but it's also perfect for people who adhere to paleo, gluten-free, or keto diets. Coconut milk has the same thick consistency of heavy cream, but without the dairy. For the best results, make sure to use full-fat coconut milk and shake the can before opening it.

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