Celebrate Christmas with These Healthy, Low-Carb Recipes

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Ready to rock this Christmas with a feast that’s as tasty as it is low-carb? We’ve got over 55 keto christmas recipes that’ll make your holiday table the talk of the season. Imagine your kitchen filled with the aroma of homemade Panettone and cute gingerbread men, all sugar-free and full of flavor.

But wait, there’s more! Our savory mains like Maple Glazed Ham and Roast Turkey are total game-changers, paired perfectly with sides like a zesty cranberry winter salad and a keto potato salad that’s nothing short of amazing.

Appetizers? Check. We’re talking Snowman Cheeseballs and Brie Tartlets that are as fun to eat as they are to make. And desserts – oh, the desserts! Think Chocolate Cheesecake, a dreamy Chocolate Yule Log, and Sugar Cookie Bars that’ll satisfy your sweet tooth without the guilt.

Plus, if you loved our Thanksgiving roundup with over 65 more recipes, you’ll find plenty of those flavors fitting right into your Christmas menu. So, get ready to celebrate with dishes that are big on taste and low on carbs. This Christmas, it’s all about enjoying the festive cheer with food that’s good for you and your loved ones!

Main Courses

Keto Maple Cider Glazed Ham

Keto Maple Cider Glazed Ham is simple to make and has a sweet and tangy glaze that will make any holiday or evening meal special. A sweet glazed ham with zero net carbs per serving makes this main course a guilt-free option for any holiday or weeknight dinner.

Net Carbs: 0 g
Keto Maple Cider Glazed Ham
beautyandthefoodie.com

Top Round Roast Beef

Make the best roast beef recipe in the oven for a tender and juicy Christmas main dish everyone will love. It is low carb and quite delicious!

Net Carbs: 1.5 g
Top Round Roast Beef
easyanddelish.com

Herb-Crusted Standing Rib Roast

Standing rib roast, or prime rib, is the crown jewel of holiday feasts. Always tender, juicy, and flavorful, it’s also astonishingly easy to cook.

Net Carbs: 2.5 g
Herb-Crusted Standing Rib Roast
alldayidreamaboutfood.com

Low-Carb Cheese Stuffed Meatloaf

Enjoy this Easy Cheese Stuffed Meatloaf, a comforting, keto-friendly dish without any flour. It features a juicy minced beef blend wrapped around a gooey mix of cheddar, Gouda, and Parmesan, all combined with the fresh crunch of green pepper. 

Net Carbs: 4.6 g
Cheese Stuffed Meatloaf Made Without Flour
ketodiet.com

Brined Bacon Wrapped Turkey Magic with Gravy

Spice up your mealtime with our Roasted Cajun-Style Turkey Breast, a cost-effective and simple alternative to traditional sandwich meats, flavored with a blend of Cajun spices for a delectable kick.

Net Carbs: < 1 g
Brined Bacon Wrapped Turkey Magic with Gravy
djfoodie.com

Roasted Cajun-Style Turkey Breast

Transform your Thanksgiving feast with this Bacon Wrapped Turkey, boasting a quicker cooking time and a richer flavor than traditional roasted turkey.

Net Carbs: 1.3 g
Roasted Cajun-Style Turkey Breast
djfoodie.com

Baked Salmon with Bearnaise Sauce

Whole salmon stuffed with fragrant herbs, tangy lemon, and sweet onions, baked to perfection. This tasty low-carb meal, ideal with quick blender Béarnaise sauce, is perfect for any gathering.

Net Carbs: < 1 g
Whole Salmon Baked to Perfection with Blender Béarnaise Sauce recipe.
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Christmas Nut Roast

This keto vegetarian Christmas nut roast recipe has 3 different layers baked in a bundt tin for a festive ring. Each slice reveals a layer of nut roast, cauliflower nut roast filled with a cranberry walnut sauce.

Net Carbs: 5 g
Christmas Nut Roast Recipe
ketovegetarianrecipes.com

Keto-Friendly Sides

Keto Green Bean Casserole With Bacon

This gluten-free keto green bean casserole recipe with bacon is fresh, creamy, and delicious with a crispy topping and is full of flavor.

Net Carbs: 7 g
Keto Green Bean Casserole With Bacon
cassidyscraveablecreations.com

Winter Salad with Roast Pumpkin, Feta and Cranberries

Enjoy a colorful and tasty side dish with our Winter Salad featuring roast pumpkin, cranberries, and feta. It’s a simple, low-carb option that pairs well with any main dish, adding a festive touch to your winter meals.

Net Carbs: 6.7 g
Winter Salad with Roast Pumpkin, Feta and Cranberries Recipe.
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Low-Carb Holiday Stuffing

Get ready to jazz up your holiday meals with this scrumptious Low-Carb Holiday Stuffing! Packed with savory pork, fragrant sage, and a hint of cranberries, it’s the perfect keto-friendly twist to traditional stuffing.

Net Carbs: 5.9 g
Low-Carb Holiday Stuffing with Pork, Sage and Cranberries recipe.
ketodiet.com

Low-Carb Potato Salad

Transform your salad game with this Creamy Low-Carb Potato Salad! A delicious blend of tender veggies and creamy dressing, it’s the perfect substitute for traditional potato salad.

Net Carbs: 6.1 g
Easy Low-Carb Potato Salad recipe made with cauliflower.
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Butter Braised Cabbage with Crispy Ham

The best braised cabbage made with just five ingredients. A healthy low-carb side dish to serve with roast turkey, pork or salmon.

Net Carbs: 5 g
Butter Braised Cabbage with Crispy Ham
ketodietapp.com

Pan-Fried Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Cotija Cheese

Upgrade your meals with this mouth-watering side of pan-fried Brussels sprouts, perfectly paired with crunchy bacon and rich Cotija cheese.

Net Carbs: 6.2 g
Pan-Fried Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Cotija Cheese recipe.
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Keto Cornbread

This Keto Cornbread Recipe has a classic flavor and texture, is easy to make, and can be made sweet or savory. No one will ever guess it’s gluten-free and low-carb!

Net Carbs: 5 g
Keto Cornbread Or Muffins
cassidyscraveablecreations.com

Festive Appetizers & Snacks

Creamy Low-Carb Artichoke Soup

Creamy and satisfying, smooth and silky vegetable soup made with canned artichokes, aromatics, cream and lemon.

Net Carbs: 8 g
Creamy Low-Carb Artichoke Soup
ketodietapp.com

Easy Snowman Cheeseball

This easy snowman cheeseball is the perfect keto appetizer for all of your winter celebrations! It’s easy to make and looks adorable as the centerpiece of a buffet table.

Net Carbs: 1.5 g
Easy Snowman Cheeseball
alldayidreamaboutfood.com

Jalapeño Popper Chicken & Bacon Bites

These bacon-wrapped jalapeño popper chicken bites are so quick and easy to make. A tasty bite-sized appetizer that is ultra low in carbs!

Net Carbs: < 1 g
Jalapeño Popper Chicken & Bacon Bites
ketodietapp.com

Christmas Cheese Ball

Easy Christmas Cheese Ball Recipe as a make-ahead antipasto delicious appetizer for your festive table. Our holiday cheese ball appetizer, shaped into a cheese Tree and colored with olives, is a way to serve your deliciousness.

Net Carbs: 1 g
Christmas Cheese Ball Recipe
lowcarb-nocarb.com

Keto Skillet Bread with Cheesy Caramelized Onion Dip

This warm low-carb bread dunked into a cheesy caramelized onion dip is the perfect appetizer for any special occasion.

Net Carbs: 6.8 g
Keto Skillet Bread with Cheesy Caramelized Onion Dip
ketodietapp.com

Bacon-Wrapped Brussels Sprouts

Get ready to jazz up your holiday meals with this scrumptious Low-Carb Holiday Stuffing! Packed with savory pork, fragrant sage, and a hint of cranberries, it’s the perfect keto-friendly twist to traditional stuffing.

Net Carbs: 4 g
Low-Carb Bacon Wrapped Brussels Sprouts with Sweet Mustard Glaze recipe.
ketodiet.com

Low-Carb Brie Tarts with Caramelized Onion

Low-Carb Brie Tarts with Caramelized Onion are a keto delight. With a simple pie crust, sweet caramelized onions, and creamy brie in a crisp shell, these mini tarts are perfect for any gathering and quick to vanish!

Net Carbs: 2.7 g
Easy Low-Carb Tarts with Brie and Caramelized Onion recipe.
ketodiet.com

Keto Spinach Bacon & Artichoke Dip

This low-carb & primal dip is the cheesiest of the cheesiest and is bursting with flavors of garlic, smoky bacon, and fresh spinach!

Net Carbs: 7.5 g
Keto Spinach Bacon & Artichoke Dip
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Keto Tortilla Chips

These easy keto tortilla chips are crispy, crunchy and perfect for dipping! They taste just as good as the real thing but with a fraction of the carbs. Low-carb tortilla chips are an absolute dream team with guacamole or salsa.

Net Carbs: 1.9 g
Keto Tortilla Chips
sugarfreelondoner.com

Show-Stopping Desserts

Low-Carb Chocolate Yule Log

This low-carb Yule Log, also known as Bûche De Noël, features silky smooth dark chocolate ganache, a soft and fluffy keto sponge flavored with rum, and a rich sugar-free mascarpone cream filling.

Net Carbs: 4.6 g
Low-Carb Chocolate Yule Log Recipe (Buche De Noel).
ketodiet.com

Keto Chocolate Truffles

These keto chocolate truffles are easy to make. The flavor will remind you of Brandy Old Fashions. A perfect dessert for a sugar-free diet.

Net Carbs: < 1 g
Keto Chocolate Truffles
ketokeuhnnutrition.com

Keto Pecan Pie Cheesecake

This pecan pie cheesecake has a velvety smooth filling and a gooey pecan pie topping. It’s a deliciously decadent, guilt-free dessert that’s perfect for the holidays.

Net Carbs: 6 g
Keto Pecan Pie Cheesecake
nutritiousdeliciousness.com

Rich Keto Chocolate Cheesecake

Creamy no-bake chocolate cheesecake nested inside a crunchy grain-free crust and drizzled with dark chocolate. This dessert is any chocolate lover’s dream – you’ll want to make over and over again!

Net Carbs: 8.1 g
Rich Keto Chocolate Cheesecake
ketodietapp.com

Keto Chocolate Pudding

This is one delicious Keto Chocolate Pudding. Made in minutes and it is so simple. Serve hot or pour into a mould and leave overnight.

Net Carbs: 2 g
Keto Chocolate Pudding
madcreationshub.com

Keto Sugar Cookie Bars

These Keto Sugar Cookie Bars have all the tenderness and flavor of your favorite cookie in an easy-to-make bar form. Topped with sugar-free buttercream and sprinkles, they’re a perfect treat for any occasion!

Net Carbs: 1.5 g
Keto Sugar Cookie Bars
alldayidreamaboutfood.com

Christmas Tree Cupcakes

This festive Christmas Tree Cupcakes recipe in a shape of a cone decorated with green frosting and colorful sprinkles are favorites for all kids. Those Christmas tree cupcakes are easy to decorate, even for little hands.

Net Carbs: 2 g
Christmas Tree Cupcakes Recipe
lowcarb-nocarb.com

Keto Gingerbread Men & Reindeer Cookies

These keto gingerbread men and reindeer cookies are a fun festive cookie. Made with almond flour and coconut flour they are full of warm spices.

Net Carbs: 2 g
Keto gingerbread men & reindeer cookies
ketovegetarianrecipes.com

Keto Stollen Bites

Delicious stollen bites are full of warm spices and a sugar free marzipan center for a low carb and gluten free festive treat.

Net Carbs: 1 g
Keto Stollen Bites
divaliciousrecipes.com

Spiced Chocolate Keto Brownies

Soft spiced brownies are flavored with the winter warming spices of nutmeg, ginger, cinnamon and cloves. These low carb chocolate brownies are baked with coconut flour, making them gluten-free too.

Net Carbs: 6 g
Spiced Chocolate Brownies
divaliciousrecipes.com

Keto White Chocolate Peppermint Cookies

Delicious soft and chewy crushed peppermint cookies will be the biggest hit on your Keto holiday baking list. And no one will ever know they’re sugar free!

Net Carbs: 3 g
Keto White Chocolate Peppermint Cookies
ketocookingchristian.com

Keto Raspberry White Chocolate Mousse

White chocolate mousse and sugar free raspberry sauce go hand in hand to create an easy to make, but deliciously decadent layered Christmas dessert.

Net Carbs: 7 g
Keto Raspberry White Chocolate Mousse
ketocookingchristian.com

Keto Sugar Cookies With Icing

These Christmas cookies have a soft and chewy center with a slightly crisp edge. They can be made big and soft, or used to make cut-out cookies that hold their shape well.

Net Carbs: 1 g
Keto Sugar Cookies With Icing
cassidyscraveablecreations.com

Keto Eggnog Cookies

These soft keto eggnog cookies will become a new holiday staple in your house. They are soft, tender, and cake-like in texture but with just the right amount of eggnog flavor.

Net Carbs: 1.3 g
Keto Eggnog Cookies
ketokeuhnnutrition.com

Low-Carb Tiger Butter

This easy Keto Tiger Butter Fudge is a great treat for holiday parties. It is super easy and no one will even know it is sugar-free!

Net Carbs: 3.5 g
Low-Carb Tiger Butter
mytableofthree.com

Keto Christmas Cookies

These yummy, Keto Christmas Cookies are low-carb, cut-out, iced holiday cookies that everyone will love decorating and eating. A low-carb sugar-free cookie dough that is perfect for rolling out and using your favorite cookie cutters.

Net Carbs: 2 g
Keto Christmas Cookies
beautyandthefoodie.com

Keto Sugar-free Snowball Cookies

These snowball cookies are melt in your mouth delicous, super easy to make, and Santa approved.

Net Carbs: 1 g
Keto Sugar-free Snowball Cookies
wholenewmom.com

Peppermint Mocha Cups

These Peppermint Mocha Cups are a holiday chocolate dream dessert. A creamy rich mocha pudding with a lovely peppermint flavor. A very easy and festive dessert!

Net Carbs: 3.8 g
Peppermint Mocha Cups
mytableofthree.com

Keto Spritz Cookies

Buttery sweet Keto Spritz Cookies look perfect on your holiday cookie tray! Add some low carb candies or dip in some sugar-free chocolate. They’re easy to make and always delicious.

Net Carbs: 2 g
Keto Spritz Cookies
alldayidreamaboutfood.com

Keto Chocolate Cheesecake

This is the perfect low-carb cheesecake for entertaining! Make it for birthdays, Christmas, a barbecue or to impress your friends who will never guess this cheesecake is sugar-free!

Net Carbs: 4 g
Keto Chocolate Cheesecake
madcreationshub.com

Special Occasion Breakfasts

Keto Panettone – Italian Christmas Bread

Italian Christmas Bread made low-carb! This keto Panettone is made with cranberries and chocolate chips and tastes amazing. It’s fluffy and full of flavor just like your classic Italian Christmas Bread.

Net Carbs: 3.9 g
Keto Panettone recipe
ketodietapp.com

Low-Carb Quiche with Pumpkin, Feta and Cranberries

Treat your taste buds this holiday season with our Low-Carb Holiday Quiche. This hearty and healthy quiche combines the sweet earthiness of pumpkin with the creamy tang of feta, all nestled in a crispy, cheesy keto crust.

Net Carbs: 9.8 g
Low-Carb Quiche with Pumpkin, Feta and Cranberries recipe.
ketodiet.com

Low-Carb Cranberry Brie Toasts

Easy 90-second keto bread topped with creamy brie and sugar-free cranberry sauce. A delicious festive low-carb meal in just 15 minutes!

Net Carbs: 3.2 g
Low-Carb Cranberry Brie Toasts
ketodietapp.com

Low-Carb Mushroom & Cheese Crepe Cake

The best braised cabbage made with just five ingredients. A healthy low-carb side dish to serve with roast turkey, pork or salmon.

Net Carbs: 5.2 g
Low-Carb Mushroom & Cheese Crepe Cake
ketodietapp.com

Keto Spiced Berry Pop Tarts

These festive low-carb pop tarts are filled with homemade mulled wine berry jam and drizzled with a simple vanilla cheesecake frosting. They are so incredibly delicious and versatile!

Net Carbs: 6.9 g
Keto Spiced Berry Pop Tarts
ketodietapp.com

Low-Carb Christmas Stollen

This low carb stollen is my healthy gluten-free version of the traditional stollen recipe. A keto Christmas cake that tastes just as rich, buttery and delicious as the German original.

Net Carbs: 7.3 g
Low-Carb Christmas Stollen
sugarfreelondoner.com

Keto Caramelized Onion & Brie Galette

This open-face keto pastry is stuffed with caramelized red balsamic onions and creamy brie cheese. A delicious winter dish that’s perfect for Christmas!

Net Carbs: 8.5 g
Keto Caramelized Onion & Brie Galette
ketodietapp.com

Festive Cranberry Granola

Kickstart your festive mornings with this Low-Carb Christmas Cranberry Granola. A delicious mix of nuts, seeds, and spices, topped with tangy baked cranberries.

Net Carbs: 5.6 g
ketodiet.com

Holiday-Inspired Beverages

Low-Carb Gingerbread Hot Chocolate

Cozy up with a mug of our Low-Carb Gingerbread Hot Chocolate. This comforting drink blends creamy almond or cashew milk with a festive mix of cinnamon, star anise, and ginger.

Net Carbs: 6.8 g
Low-Carb Gingerbread Hot Chocolate recipe.
ketodiet.com

Keto Peppermint White Hot Chocolate

This sugar-free White Hot Chocolate with peppermint is the perfect winter warmer for the festive season. Sweet, creamy and oh so good!

Net Carbs: 5.9 g
Keto Peppermint White Hot Chocolate
ketodietapp.com

Homemade Sugar-Free Kahlua

This Homemade Sugar-Free Kahlua recipe is a game changer for cocktail enthusiasts and keto followers alike. A perfect blend for holiday drinks or a cozy evening treat, it’s easy to make and deliciously versatile for Christmas, New Year’s Eve, or any festive occasion.

Net Carbs: 0.5 g
Homemade Sugar-Free Kahlua: Favorite Mexican Liqueur recipe.
ketodiet.com

Homemade Low-Carb Baileys Irish Cream

You will love this deliciously creamy Baileys Irish Cream made at home with low-carb condensed milk. The perfect drink for any occasion!

Net Carbs: 1 g
Homemade Low-Carb Baileys Irish Cream
ketodietapp.com

10 thoughts on “Celebrate Christmas with These Healthy, Low-Carb Recipes”

  1. Wow!!! What a list of great recipes!
    Thank you for all of your hard work writing these posts and the recipes!
    I’m especially excited to try the eggnog cookies (I LOVE!!! eggnog!)
    The onion and brie galette, the pop tarts!!!!
    Cranberry brie toasts (actually, I can make these now!)
    Green bean casserole, HEALTHY!
    Bacon bites, onion dip, brie tarts, yule log and cheesecake!

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  2. I love Martina’s recipes,not only are they delicious they are truly Keto and r ingredients are easy to find.
    Thank you Martina for making Keto easy!

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  3. Just checked out one of your books from the library…and now stumble upon this while poking around FB for low carb xmas family recipes! Thank you! And as also for including/noting vegetarian options. Mmmm braised cabbage…

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    • Hi Heather,

      What a wonderful coincidence that you found my book at the library and then came across my Facebook recipes! I’m delighted to hear that you appreciate the vegetarian options – the braised cabbage is a personal favorite of mine. Wishing you a wonderful time cooking up these low carb treats for your Christmas feast!

      Warm regards,
      Martina

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  4. Hi Martina,
    How do I open the recipes in your list of wonderful recipes.
    When I click on a recipe they do not open.
    I would love to make all of them. Dawn

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    • Hi Dawn,

      Thank you for your interest in my recipes! To view them, simply click on the ‘Full Recipe’ button located under each recipe. I hope you enjoy making them!

      Best,
      Martina

      Reply

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