There are so many wonderful reasons to consider living a ketogenic lifestyle.
For me personally, it’s to ward off diabetes as I have a high chance of developing the disease in the future (damned genetics!).
Many people don’t realize on the keto diet you get to eat so many delicious foods with lots of good and healthy fats.
Plus, keto can be family-friendly too. I often make keto meals as mains and then add in carbs like rice or potatoes as a side for my kids to make a more rounded family meal.
I love to try keto recipes, and I especially love not having to cook a separate meal for my kids.
20 Must-Try Keto Snacks and Meals That Are Kid-Approved
Below you will find a list of keto recipes and keto snacks for kids that are full of amazing flavours, healthy fats, and protein to keep you full longer.
If you are looking for an easy snack idea or a full meal, you have come to the right place. The hardest part will be deciding which recipe to try first!
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Kid-Friendly Keto Snacks
Just try to keep the young’uns away from these delicious kid friendly keto snacks.
Low Carb Cheese Crackers| iSave A to Z: Feel the crunch of these amazing homemade low carb crackers. Using cheese, almond flour, cream cheese, egg, salt and seasonings of your choice you will have a new go-to snack that tastes great!
Keto/Low Carb Crunchy Munch| Kasey Trenum: This is a wonderful snack if you are craving something with some crunch and sweetness. It’s a perfect treat for riding in the car or going on a hike.
Keto Pizza Chips| Moscato Mom: Melted cheese paired with pepperoni slices creates a perfect snack for any occasion. These little slices of heaven are just so good. Make extra so you can have some for later!
Keto Low Carb Peanut Butter Protein Balls| Wholesome Yum: If you are looking for a tasty treat to satisfy that sweet craving, then you have found the perfect recipe. These are super easy and only take 4 ingredients!
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Instant Pot Keto Chocolate Mini Cakes| Pink: Talk about an easy recipe that gives you some sweetness and doesn’t take much time. The recipe is technically for two people, but these taste so good you may not want to share!
Cinnamon Walnut Flax Muffins| Forest & Fauna: The sweet and savory flavorings of the cinnamon and walnuts make these muffins a wonderful snack choice. Grab a couple for a quick breakfast, lunch on the or a simple snack.
Party Mix| Kasey Trenum: Take this delicious mix to your next party or game night and it’s sure to be hit. Make extra because everyone is going to fall in love with easy snack mix.
Keto Pull Apart Pizza Bread| iSave A to Z: You don’t have to give up pizza or bread while on the keto lifestyle. You can enjoy both with this mouthwatering recipe. A great one to add to the lunchbox if you need keto lunch ideas for kids. Double this recipe to feed a crowd!
Coconut Haystacks| Kasey Trenum: Sometimes you just need something sweet for a snack or after a meal. These little stacks of awesomeness are so yummy and simple to make. Perfect on the go snack that even your kids will love.
Meals
These kid-friendly keto recipes for main meal times are delicious and great for the kids.
Keto Chicken Pot Pie| Kasey Trenum: This is one of our favorite keto recipes for kids. Enjoy delicious comfort food while eating a Keto diet with this chicken pot pie. Heavy whipping cream, butter, chicken broth, seasonings, juicy chicken and fresh veggies.
Low-Carb Cauliflower Pizza Crust| Living Sweet Moments: You can still enjoy pizza on the keto diet and with this amazing crust it is even easier. This is a perfect meal for a movie night at home!
Keto Mongolian Beef Stir-Fry| iSave A to Z: This mouthwatering beef stir-fry is must-try keto recipe and sure to spice up your regular meal routine. This is such an easy meal, the most difficult part is going to be smelling it while it’s cooking because you will be ready to devour it.
Instant Pot Mashed Cauliflower| Cooking Whiz Cafe: If you have never tried mashed cauliflower in place of mashed potatoes, you are missing out. A staple when it comes to keto kids recipes, they are so creamy and taste so good you will forget you are eating cauliflower. This is a great side dish for almost any meal.
Keto Low Carb Chili| Wholesome Yum: When it comes to kid friendly keto dinners, you can’t beat chili. This recipe is so easy and you can make it ahead of time and freeze for a fast meal option. Perfect for topping hotdogs or you can just enjoy a hot bowl on a cold night!
Chicken Lombardy| Kasey Trenum: Hearty fresh mushrooms, minced garlic, chicken, cheese and a few other ingredients make this delightful dish. You can pair with a nice side salad and you have a wonderful meal homemade meal.
Lemon Parmesan Chicken| Southern Plate: You can never go wrong when you pair tangy lemons and chicken! This delectable southern style meal is out of this world and really simple to make.
Cheesy Mexican Chicken Skillet| Kasey Trenum: A delicious dish with just the right amount of spice and melted cheese. This would be a fantastic potluck side dish or for a quick and easy dinner.
Crispy Baked Zucchini Fries| Wholesome Yum: An absolute favorite amongst mamas looking for keto lunches for kids.
Eating healthy never tasted so good with this awesome appetizer recipe. When you bite into one of these fries you will be hooked. With their crunchy texture and great flavor, it will be hard to say no to seconds!
Keto Lasagna| iSave A to Z: Once you try this amazing keto lasagna you won’t even miss the old style lasagna you used to eat. Add a side salad or some keto garlic bread and you with have an amazing meal.
Low-Carb Curried Riced Cauliflower With Shrimp| Living Sweet Moments: Super quick and easy recipe that could be a keto lunch for kids or an easy dinner meal. This riced cauliflower has the perfect amount of smoky flavour that leaves your taste buds begging for more.
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These look fantastic! Some of the print versions do not have the nutrition info at the end and that would be so helpful!
Vik – you’ll need to click over the recipe author’s site for more information. Click the title of the recipe and it’ll take you there. Thanks