Keto maple bacon fat bombs are the sweet-savory combo that actually works: smoky crispy bacon, rich cream cheese, and a hint of maple extract, rolled in crushed pecans. Each ball has just 1 g of total carbs, so they satisfy cravings without touching your macros. Fifteen minutes, no cooking beyond the bacon, and the batch is ready.
Get ready to meet your new favorite low-carb obsession! These Keto Maple Bacon Fat Bombs are the perfect marriage of sweet and savory, combining the smoky crunch of bacon with rich, creamy cheese and a hint of maple. They’re incredibly simple to whip up and serve as the perfect high-fat, low-carb snack to curb cravings and keep you on track. Whether you need a quick energy boost or a decadent little treat, this recipe is a guaranteed winner.
Ingredients
• 3 oz / 85g bacon, cooked crispy
• 3 oz / 85g cream cheese, softened
• ½ tsp / 2.5 ml (0.1 fl oz) maple flavor extract
• ¼ tsp salt
• 3 tbsp / 30g (1.06 oz) crushed pecans
Instructions
1. Directions
2. Finely chop the crispy cooked bacon into small, crumb-like pieces.
3. In a medium bowl, add the softened cream cheese, chopped bacon, maple flavor, and salt.
4. Use a fork to vigorously mix the until they are fully combined and the mixture is smooth.
5. Divide and roll the mixture into 6 uniform balls. If the mixture is too soft, chill it for 15 minutes.
6. Spread the crushed pecans onto a small plate. Roll each ball in the pecans, pressing gently to ensure they are evenly coated.
Nutritional Information
• Nutrition (per serving)
• Calories: 148
• Fat: 13g
• Total Carbs: 1g (0.04 oz)
• Protein: 6g
Pro Tips
• For the best texture, cook your bacon until it’s extra crispy so it crumbles easily and adds a satisfying crunch.
• If the cream cheese mixture is too sticky to handle, chill it in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes before rolling into balls.
• Make a larger batch and store them in an airtight container in the freezer for up to a month for a quick grab-and-go snack.
• Feel free to swap the pecans for other crushed nuts like walnuts or almonds, or even toasted sesame seeds for a different flavor.
FAQ
Q: How many carbs are in these maple bacon fat bombs
A: Each Keto Maple Bacon Fat Bomb contains only 1 gram (0.04 oz) of total carbs, making it a perfect high-fat, low-carb snack to fit your keto lifestyle.
Q: How do I store keto fat bombs
A: You can store these fat bombs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. For longer storage, freeze them for up to a month for a quick grab-and-go snack.
Q: What if my fat bomb mixture is too sticky to roll
A: If the cream cheese mixture is too soft or sticky to handle, chill it in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes. This will help it firm up, making it much easier to roll into balls.
Q: Can I use a different kind of nut in this recipe
A: Yes, you can easily swap the pecans for other crushed nuts like walnuts or almonds. Toasted sesame seeds also work well for a different flavor.
Pro Tips
- Cook the bacon until it's extra crispy so it crumbles into fine, crunchy bits — soft bacon turns chewy inside the cream cheese base.
- Beat the mixture vigorously with a fork until completely smooth before rolling, so the maple flavor and bacon are evenly distributed.
- If the mixture is too sticky to handle, chill it in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes until firm enough to roll into six uniform balls.
- Swap the pecans for crushed walnuts or almonds, or toasted sesame seeds, if you want a different nutty coating.
- These keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week, and they freeze well for up to a month for grab-and-go snacking.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many carbs are in these maple bacon fat bombs?
Each ball has just 1 g of total carbs, with 13 g of fat and 6 g of protein — a solid keto snack.
How do I store keto fat bombs?
Keep them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week, or freeze them for up to a month and thaw a few whenever you need them.
What if my fat bomb mixture is too sticky to roll?
Chill it in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes. The cream cheese firms up and the mixture rolls into clean balls.
Can I use a different kind of nut in this recipe?
Yes — crushed walnuts or almonds work in place of pecans, and toasted sesame seeds give a different but equally good crunch.
Recipe card below.
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Keto Maple Bacon Fat Bombs
Ingredients
Method
- Directions
- Finely chop the crispy cooked bacon into small, crumb-like pieces.
- In a medium bowl, add the softened cream cheese, chopped bacon, maple flavor, and salt.
- Use a fork to vigorously mix the until they are fully combined and the mixture is smooth.
- Divide and roll the mixture into 6 uniform balls. If the mixture is too soft, chill it for 15 minutes.
- Spread the crushed pecans onto a small plate.
- Roll each ball in the pecans, pressing gently to ensure they are evenly coated.
