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FAQs

Is cheesecake ok to eat on a keto diet? ›

Is it OK to eat cheesecake on keto? Most cheesecake recipes have a high sugar content and shouldn't be consumed on a keto diet. However, with a few minor changes, you can make cheesecake that is very low in carbs. And as it has a high fat content, it's an ideal keto dessert.

Start Fresh Sugar Free Cheesecake (1 serving) contains 15g total carbs, 15g net carbs, 4g fat, 6g protein, and 110 calories.

Honey is 100% carbohydrate, so it isn't part of the keto diet plan. For reference, one tablespoon of honey contains 17.2 grams of sugar. If you want to kick yourself out of ketosis, honey is a good way to do that. But what about other “healthy” sugar alternatives?

You can eat high fat foods like cheese on the Keto diet. Cheddar, Gouda, goat cheese, and blue cheese are the best to consider. Cheese to avoid on Keto are cottage cheese and low fat and processed varieties.

If you're looking for cream cheeses that you can add to your keto diet without compromising your daily macros, nutritionists swear by the following brands: Philadelphia Cream Cheese (Plain, Full-Fat) Di Stefano Premium Mascarpone Cheese. Trader Joe's Mascarpone.

Brown sugar is the simplest substitute for granulated sugar. You can use light or dark brown sugar as a 1:1 substitute.

Reddi-wip Zero Sugar is a creamy, delicious whipped topping made with real cream, with 0 grams of sugar, 0 carbs, and 15 calories per serving (not a low-calorie food). It contains no artificial flavors and is gluten free and keto-friendly.

With a few changes, and the addition of fiber-rich berries, cheesecake can fit in a type 2 diabetes diet. Cake is the quintessential celebratory dessert — a staple at weddings, birthdays, and anniversaries alike.

What hard candy 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.

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.

Maple syrup

Just as is the case with honey, maple syrup too is considered to be a healthier version of refined sugar. While maple syrup contains micronutrients like manganese and zinc, it is also high in calories and carbs and thus must be avoided in a keto diet.

Cream cheese: Cream cheese is very popular in the keto diet. At only 84 calories per 1 ounce serving, it has 1 gram of carbs and 2 grams of protein but packs 8 grams of fat per serving. It can be a keto-friendly snack or meal addition when more fat is needed.

Overall, traditional cheesecake is a high calorie, high sugar, and high fat dessert. Like the majority of desserts, most cheesecakes are high in calories, carbs, fat, and sugar.

The question on everyone's mind is whether cheesecake can be a part of a weight loss regimen. The answer is not a simple "yes" or "no." Like many treats, moderation is key. A slice of cheesecake can be enjoyed occasionally without derailing your progress.

(Just remember: Cheese isn't “unlimited” in a keto diet, as it still contains calories and carbs; it's also high in saturated fat, which is a less heart-healthy option than unsaturated fats, per the American Heart Association.)