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    What Happens When You Eat Nothing But Bacon for 30 Days Straight? [Interview]

    March 5, 2016

    The Bacon Experiment - 30 Days of Bacon

    Meet Dan Quibell, the man behind The Bacon Experiment, a 30-day bacon fast (or feast…?). For 30 days straight, Dan consumed nothing but bacon, and the results will shock you!

    The Bacon Experiment came into my radar through a Facebook group focused on the ketogenic lifestyle. This was all around the time I had just got back on the keto wagon; the timing really couldn’t have been more perfect.

    While I found the experiment to be a bit extreme, I was intrigued and inspired by the determination displayed and the results achieved.

    I felt a genuine sense of camaraderie among the folks in his group. It’s a community of like-minded low carb folks that encourage and motivate each other. If you’ve got a Facebook, you’ve got to go check it out! And for those interested in conducting your own bacon experiment, you can download this free PDF walk-through and guidelines to ensure you are on the right track.

    Recently, I reached out to Dan for an interview to pick his brain about The Bacon Experiment and ketogenic living. He graciously agreed!

    What happens when you eat nothing but bacon for 30 days? [Interview] | The Bacon Experiment #ketogasm #keto #ketosis #bacon #experiment #interview #low #carb #atkins #ketogenic

    Thank you so much for taking the time to answer my questions, Dan. Walk me through The Bacon Experiment step-by-step. What were your goals and expectations going into this?

    Dan: The Bacon Experiment was me eating nothing but bacon for an entire month. Two pounds of bacon, or roughly 30 pieces, every day. The goal here was to get people's attention using BACON, then try to teach them something about low carb and ketogenic diets and all the benefits that come with it. Cutting out carbs has been life-changing for me, and I wanted others to benefit as well. I expected that even though I was eating 2500 calories a day, an increase of 500 calories a day for me, that I would not gain much weight, I already knew that eating fat and protein doesn't make you fat. 

    Why bacon?

    Dan: Short Answer: because BACON IS AWESOME!

    The long answer: bacon has a great fat to protein ratio, and if there were one food I could eat for a month it would be bacon. It also already has the salt/sodium that low carbers need built right into it. The more I researched it, the better it looked; pork has a better amino acid profile than beef even. Bacon also seems like the perfect food to get people interested in this “diet”… how many other diets allow you to eat bacon?

    What results did you see?

    Dan: The biggest and most unexpected change was losing so much body fat in the 30 days. I lost 19.6 pounds by the end of the month and ate 60 pounds of bacon during that same time! Crazy right? My energy was good the entire time and my doctor was quite impressed with my blood work. I had a complete blood panel done before and after this experiment. My blood pressure dropped 30 points, my cholesterol numbers looked good, and my liver markers were perfect. My Dr. told me, “Keep doing whatever it is that you're doing because it's working!” I still eat bacon most days for breakfast.

    After seeing your results, have others joined in on The Bacon Experiment?

    Dan: The Bacon Experiment Facebook group has over 2500 members currently and has been slowly growing. Quite a few have tried their own version of the bacon experiment for one week, and most have seen between a 4 to 11-pound weight loss in just one week. Some transition to a ketogenic or even zero carb diet after trying it out for a week.

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    What was your diet like before The Bacon Experiment?

    Dan: I have tried just about everything over the years including low fat, low calorie, vegetarianism, veganism, raw foods, and even fruitarianism. Yes, I was the guy buying a case of bananas and bag of organic apples each week for a while. Most of these things made it, so I lost some “weight, ” but unfortunately I also lost muscle and would then regain the weight plus extra. For the year leading up to the bacon experiment, I had discovered something new, something sustainable and a way to GAIN muscle and LOSE fat! You guessed it, a Low Carb High Fat Ketogenic Lifestyle. Getting enough protein and the remainder of my energy requirements from fat (all from real food sources like organic grass-fed butter, free-range eggs, wild caught salmon and grass-fed beef) proved to be life-changing for me. After a year I was ready to tell other people about it and show them how to do it as well. The Bacon Experiment was born.

    Do you track your macros? What do they look like for a day?

    Dan: The only macro I track/tracked before and after the experiment is protein really. I no longer track carbs because I am not really eating many veggies these days other than toppings for my bun-less burgers. I make sure I get between 120-150 grams of protein a day. My carbs are probably between 8-15 grams a day since 90% of my diet consists of meat and eggs. During the bacon experiment, my macros were the same each day since I ate exactly 1 pound of normal strip bacon each day and 1 pound of back bacon each day. This worked out to 244 grams of protein and 164 grams of fat roughly after being cooked. That is roughly 2500 calories.

    Do you still eat bacon or are you sick of it?

    Dan: I ate bacon for breakfast today. I don’t think it's possible for me to get sick of bacon.

    After 30 days of bacon, I imagine you’re a bit of a bacon connoisseur. Can you tell us what your favorite cuts of bacon are? Do you have a specific brand you can recommend?

    Dan: When I ate only bacon for 30 days, I made sure it was the highest quality stuff I could find. It was pasture raised, antibiotic free, non-GMO and steroid free. It was also $11 - $12 per pound. Instead of having to get a loan to buy bacon, I now try to get thick cut bacon of whatever brand is on sale. I’m in Canada, so not sure if it’s available everywhere, but Presidents Choice Thick cut has been my favorite find so far. It tastes as good as the expensive farm bacon that I ate during the experiment.

    How about the method of preparation? How do you prep your bacon to get the perfect cook?

    Dan: Depends on the thickness to determine cooking times, but oven cooked on a cookie sheet is a really good and reliable method. 400 degrees for about 18 mins. The best way is deep frying in bacon fat/grease. I had 2-3 cups of bacon fat at one point in my frying pan, and the grease was an inch thick. I made sure I had a lid to keep the splatter in and would deep fry the bacon for a few minutes on each side. It turned out AMAZINGLY PERFECT.

    Aside from bacon, what’s your favorite keto meal?

    Dan: For taste and satisfaction, I would say a triple bacon cheeseburger without a bun, of course. I would probably include some chipotle mayo that I would make myself. For health and longevity, I would say grilled, or fried wild caught salmon with a bit of apple cider vinegar, Himalayan salt, and organic turmeric to absorb as much of the omega 3’s and DHA possible.

    Did you find it difficult to eat one thing for 30 days straight? If so, how did you find the willpower to stay the course?

    Dan: The final week, I was REALLY craving steak. But it wasn't really as hard as I thought it might be to get through the 30 days. I made some bone broth from grass fed beef bones to get me through the last week.

    Do you have any advice for those just starting a ketogenic diet?

    Dan: Become a student and continue to learn every single day. Join the ketogenic and low carb community. That doesn't mean you have to spend all your time talking about it, but when you see other peoples results every day, I don’t see how anyone could not be motivated. The benefits to blood sugar control, the weight loss success stories, the health issues that disappear. The results clearly speak for themselves.
    What happens when you eat nothing but bacon for 30 days? [Interview] | The Bacon Experiment #ketogasm #keto #ketosis #bacon #experiment #interview #low #carb #atkins #ketogenic

    Takeaway #1: Eating fat does not necessarily make you fat. In fact, a low carb, high-fat diet can be a great way to improve your body composition by simultaneously lowering body fat and maintaining muscle mass.

    Takeaway #2: A high fat, low carb diet can actually improve your health markers including blood pressure and cholesterol levels. 

    Takeaway #3: Bacon is delicious. Duh.

    If you’d like to learn more about Dan and The Bacon Experiment, visit his Facebook group here:

    https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebaconexperiment/

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    Do you think you could eat nothing but bacon for 30 days straight? Have you ever tried a zero carb diet? Let me know in the comments below!

    Tomatillo Chili [Pressure Cooker Recipe]

    February 26, 2016

    Tomatillo Chili [Pressure Cooker Recipe] | KETOGASM.com #keto #recipes #low-carb #chili #tomatillo #lchf #meal #prep #pressure #cooker #instantpot

    Do you have a go-to meal that you have on repeat in your kitchen? Chili is that meal for me, and I never get tired of it. Even before embarking on a low carb diet, chili was a staple in our house. I make it at least once a week for dinner and always have enough for leftovers to bring to work with me. This tomatillo chili recipe has been in constant rotation lately.

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    Tomatillo Chili Recipe with Beef and Pork - Low Carb, Keto, Gluten-Free

    Tomatillo Chili [Pressure Cooker Recipe] | KETOGASM.com #keto #recipes #low-carb #chili #tomatillo #lchf #meal #prep #pressure #cooker #instantpot

    I’m always on the lookout for a decent chili recipe. When I stumbled across Suzanne’s Keto Chili recipe over at her blog KetoKarma, I knew instantly it was a keeper. Slow cooked, spicy, yum.

    My family adored it (a prerequisite for any of my go-to meals), and we’ve devoured it numerous times. Her keto chili serves as the inspiration for this recipe. The 50/50 beef-to-pork ratio was a solid base to build off of, and you really can’t go wrong with ground cumin and chili powder.

     

    Tomatillo Chili [Pressure Cooker Recipe] | KETOGASM.com #keto #recipes #low-carb #chili #tomatillo #lchf #meal #prep #pressure #cooker #instantpotTomatillo Chili [Pressure Cooker Recipe] | KETOGASM.com #keto #recipes #low-carb #chili #tomatillo #lchf #meal #prep #pressure #cooker #instantpot

    I’ve adapted the recipe for the pressure cooker and use tasty tomatillos and jalapeno peppers as my vegetables of choice to give it a little extra kick. Make sure to include the jalapeno seeds if you like it spicy! I go back and forth between using fresh and canned veggies - I prefer the taste of fresh veggies, but if I don't prep ahead, the can opener has its appeal.

    If you are on the hunt for canned tomatillos or jalapeno, try checking where they stock the ingredients for Mexican cuisine. Grab your chili powder while you're there too, there's usually a wider variety to choose from, and in my experience, they are quite a bit spicier.

    Tomatillo Chili in the Slow Cooker vs. Pressure Cooker

    Don't have a pressure cooker? Bust out the crockpot so you can eat this asap… and then immediately go pick one up while it’s cooking because they’re amazing.

    I’m a total convert for a couple of reasons: 1) the cook time for EVERYTHING is dramatically reduced and 2) most recipes are one-pot meals because you can do all the browning and sautéing right in the pressure cooker (fewer dishes to wash! Yay!).

     

    What's the best pressure cooker?

    I recommend the InstantPot to everyone because it's an electric pressure cooker with pre-set buttons, taking all the guesswork out of cooking under pressure. I got one for my birthday (thanks, mom!) and both my mom and sister followed suit after I couldn't shut up about my new favorite kitchen gadget. I only use stovetop pressure cookers now if I'm working in huge batches or cooking something unusually large.

    This tomatillo chili is great when you are short on time but want a home cooked meal from scratch. If you have any extra tomatillos left over, be sure to try this tomatillo pico de gallo recipe!

    Meal Planning & Prepping Tips

    • Plan meals using similar ingredients to maximize your grocery budget and time in the kitchen. Waste not, want not.
    • Chop all of your veggies ahead of time (prep days are fantastic, btw), and you can easily shave 5-10 minutes off of your prep time for this meal.
    • Buying meat in bulk and freezing is a great way to save money and eliminate unnecessary trips to the grocery store. Just be sure to remove it from the freezer to thaw in advance. Waiting for something to thaw when you’re ready to cook is like watching water boil.
    • Make enough for leftovers! This tomatillo chili is one of those recipes that tastes even better the next day. Don’t be afraid to make extra to have for lunch or dinner later in the week. You don’t have to live in the kitchen to eat healthily!

    How much water?

    The model of your pressure cooker will determine how much water is required for the tomatillo chili. When developing this recipe, I used an older model of the InstantPot. In this older model, ¼ cup water was sufficient. But the new IP models run hotter and that means you'll get a burn notice if you don't use a bit more fluid. I'd recommend using anywhere from ¾ - 1 cup water if you are using a newer InstantPot model. Adjust the fluid volume based on how your pressure cooker runs.

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    Tomatillo Chili [Recipe]

    A quick, one-pot, low carb chili recipe with 50/50 beef to pork ratio and tomatillo base. Can be made from scratch in under an hour using a pressure cooker!
    Prep Time15 minutes mins
    Cook Time35 minutes mins
    Total Time50 minutes mins
    Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course, One pot meal, Soup
    Cuisine: Pressure Cooker
    Special Diet: Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free
    Servings: 8 Servings
    Calories: 325kcal
    Author: Tasha

    Ingredients

    • 1 pound Ground beef
    • 1 pound Ground pork
    • 3 Tomatillos Chopped
    • ½ white onion Chopped
    • 6 oz Tomato paste
    • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
    • 1 Jalapeno Pepper Chopped, including seeds
    • 1 tbsp Ground Cumin
    • 1 tbsp Chili Powder
    • ¼ - 1 cup water
    • Salt to taste
    US Customary - Metric

    Instructions

    • Brown the beef and pork. I prefer to use the pressure cooker for browning to make it a one-pot meal and only one dish to wash!
    • Add all other ingredients to the pressure cooker: tomatillo, onion, tomato paste, garlic, jalapeno, cumin, chili powder, and water. [Note: If you are using an older model Instant Pot, ¼ cup water is sufficient, new IP models run hotter and require more fluid to prevent burning. Use up to 1 cup water, depending on the model of pressure cooker you own.] Thoroughly mix.
    • Close and secure pressure cooker. Cook at high pressure for 35 minutes, then remove from heat to allow the pressure to drop naturally.
    • Serve as-is or with low carb toppings of your choice!

    Notes

    5g net carbs per serving.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 325kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 23g | Sodium: 256mg | Potassium: 618mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Net Carbs: 5g

    Kamikaze Shot: Low Carb & Sugar-Free [Recipe]

    February 19, 2016

    Kamikaze Shot: Low Carb & Sugar Free [Recipe] | Ketogasm.com #keto #low #carb #skinny #cocktail #healthy #sugar #free #atkins keto recipes

    Have you ever had a kamikaze shot before? They are dee-lish! These sweet little shooters can be leisurely sipped, but are usually enjoyed quickly after a group cheers to get the party started.

    Typically made with simple syrup and triple sec, the traditional kamikaze shot can easily cost you over 50 grams of net carbs per drink! To put this into perspective for those of us following the keto diet, this is over double our allotted carb count for an entire days worth of eating… in one swift gulp. Unacceptable!

    If you want to know more about drinking alcohol on the keto diet, be sure to check out this guide.

    The Sugar-Free Kamikaze Shot Recipe

    I’m of the firm belief that you can make any recipe low in carbs, including this sugary party pleaser. You can get a nearly identical taste using a low carb sweetener like Erythritol or Stevia in place of the triple sec and syrup.

    This kamikaze shot recipe is low carb, sugar-free and soooooo (…ooooooooo) good! If you love sweet cocktails but have committed to following the keto diet, this is for YOU! Total carb count is less than 3 net carbs. That’s a far cry from 50! You have to try this, it will not disappoint.

    Kamikaze Shot: Low Carb & Sugar Free [Recipe] | Ketogasm.com #keto #low #carb #skinny #cocktail #healthy #sugar #free #atkins

    The best part is that you can't even tell this is a healthy, “diet” cocktail... it tastes just like the ones your favorite bartender would serve up but without all the carbs.

    The ingredients are simple and accessible; no mixologist sorcery here! Just vodka, lime juice, and low carb sweetener. You’ll also want to grab a shaker and some ice to chill the drink really well. Now go enjoy that low carb kamikaze shot!

    Kamikaze Shot: Low Carb & Sugar Free [Recipe] | Ketogasm.com #keto #low #carb #skinny #cocktail #healthy #sugar #free #atkins

    Note on the sweetener: I used Splenda for my low carb sweeter in the original recipe, but I've switched to using either Stevia or Erythritol. The original post was a couple years back and I've since learned that granulated Splenda has maltodextrin in it! Yuck, it's basically sugar and has a big impact on blood glucose. Lesson learned, best to avoid it altogether if you're doing the keto diet! I wanted to be sure to update the recipe and post with ingredients that I'm currently using so you can learn from my mistakes! Be sure to pick a low carb sugar substitute that works for you and you're guaranteed the same awesome results for your kamikaze shot!

     

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    Kamikaze Shot: Low Carb & Sugar-Free [Recipe]

    A kamikaze shot without all the sugar! Yay!
    Prep Time1 minute min
    Total Time1 minute min
    Course: Cocktail, Drinks
    Cuisine: American
    Special Diet: Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free, Vegetarian
    Servings: 1 drink
    Calories: 109kcal
    Author: Tasha

    Ingredients

    • ¾ shaker Ice
    • 2 tbsp Lime Juice
    • 2 g Granulated Stevia or Erythritol
    • 1 shot Vodka
    US Customary - Metric

    Instructions

    • Place ice in shaker.
    • Add lime juice, sweetener, and vodka.
    • Cover and shake.
    • Serve in chilled rocks glass or short tumbler.

    Notes

    2 net carbs per serving

    Nutrition

    Calories: 109kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 0g | Fat: 0g | Sodium: 1mg | Sugar: 0g | Net Carbs: 2g

    What’s your favorite cocktail? Be sure to comment below and I’ll see if I can give it a low carb spin!

    Keto Potato Salad Recipe with Turnips [Low Carb]

    February 16, 2016

    Turnip Fauxtato Salad [RECIPE]| KETOGASM.com #keto #lowcarb #turnip #recipe #lchf #ketogenic #ketosis #vegetarian keto recipes

    Grandma's potato salad is always a real treat--everyone adores it. When I decided to attempt her recipe with a keto twist, I was a little worried that I’d create something that didn’t quite live up to the creamy, rich, lick-the-bowl-clean expectations of her dish. I’m happy to announce that my mission to develop a copycat version of her potato salad without the carbs was a success thanks to the good ol’ turnip! Keto potato salad was a huge hit in our house!

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    Low Carb Keto

    Keto Potato Salad

    If you like potato salad, you have got to try this keto friendly version. You will love, love, love turnip potato salad. Even grandma gave it thumbs up! With only four net carbs per serving, this side dish will comfortably fit into your keto diet. This recipe is a keeper.

    Can I use turnips in place of potatoes?

    Turnips make a great low carb keto potato substitute. For comparison, 100 grams of potato contains 9.44 grams of net carbohydrates while the turnip has only 4.63g net carbs for the same amount. That's less than half the carbs! For the folks who really miss potatoes, this can be a total game changer for a low carb dieter. Careful though, carbs tend to add up quickly so be sure to keep an eye on your serving size if you're trying to stay in ketosis.

    The texture of a turnip is quite similar to that of a potato, so you get an almost identical mouthfeel while enjoying your meal. The taste isn't too far off either, but it's practically impossible to tell the difference mixed into this low carb potato salad.

    If you're interested in seeing where this stacks up compared to other low carb vegetables, be sure to check out the searchable, sortable keto vegetable list.

    Can I use turnips in place of potatoes? Is there a low carb potato?

    The keto potato salad recipe

    To prepare the turnip, give them a good scrub under water and cut each end off with a sharp knife. Peel the outer skin off and chop into medium size chunks. You can choose to either boil or steam your turnip chunks to cook them thoroughly. It takes about 20 minutes to do either one. You want them to be tender, not mushy, so don’t overdo it.

    Keto Potato Salad Recipe with Turnips - Keto Friendly Low Carb Potato Salad

    If you’re on a low carb diet, there’s a good chance you’ll already have hardboiled eggs in your fridge. They make such a great snack, right?

    If you don’t have any on hand, now would be a good time to boil your eggs. I almost always use a pressure cooker for this step (6 minutes on high), but a good cook on a hardboiled egg on the stovetop will take 12-15 minutes after the water has boiled. Plenty of time to prepare while your turnips are cooking.

    Turnip Fauxtato Salad [RECIPE]| KETOGASM.com #keto #lowcarb #turnip #recipe #lchf #ketogenic #ketosis #vegetarian

    I should warn you that turnips retain much more water than potatoes, so you will want to strain them well and even blot on a paper towel to remove the excess fluid. If you don’t, they will leach excess water into your salad after sitting, and you will end up with a watery keto potato salad instead of a decadent, creamy one. Don’t skip this step!

    Keto Potato Salad Recipe - Low Carb Turnips instead of High Carb Potato!

    Let your turnips cool while they drain and dry. I just let them sit out on the counter on a paper towel, but you could quickly pop them into the fridge if you were in a hurry. While you wait for the turnips to be ready, you can gather and prep the rest of the ingredients: 1 dill pickle, four tablespoons mayo, two teaspoons mustard, one teaspoon pickle juice and salt & pepper to taste.

    Low Carb Potato Salad Recipe - Turnip instead of potato

    Coarsely chop your hardboiled eggs, mince your dill pickle, and combine all the condiments in a large bowl. Stir it up until you have a smooth sauce, then add in the turnips. Mix everything thoroughly to coat the turnips evenly. Give it a taste and add salt & pepper to your preference. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and chill in the fridge until you are ready to serve your delicious turnip fauxtato salad.

    I hope you enjoy the keto potato salad! If you love it or have any tweaks or suggestions for other readers, please be sure to leave a comment and rating for the recipe below!

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    Keto Potato Salad with Turnips

    Turnips replace potatoes in this low carb copycat potato salad!
    Prep Time20 minutes mins
    Cook Time20 minutes mins
    Total Time40 minutes mins
    Course: Side Dish
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 6 Servings
    Calories: 107kcal
    Author: Tasha

    Ingredients

    • 4 turnips chopped
    • 2 eggs hardboiled
    • 1 dill pickle minced
    • 4 tbsp Mayonnaise
    • 2 tsp Mustard
    • 1 tsp Pickle Juice
    • Salt & Pepper to taste

    Instructions

    • Boil two pots of water.
    • Wash and peel turnips. Chop into medium size chunks.
    • Place turnip pieces into one pot of boiling water for 20 minutes.
    • In the other pot of water, hardboil 2 eggs for 12 minutes.
    • Remove eggs from water, place in cool water or ice bath.
    • Strain turnips and rinse with cool water to stop them from overcooking.
    • Place turnips on paper towels to drain excess fluid and allow cooling.
    • Coarsely chop hardboiled eggs.
    • Mince dill pickle.
    • Combine mayo, mustard, pickle juice, chopped eggs and minced pickle in a large bowl. Stir until a smooth sauce is formed.
    • Add cooled turnips to the sauce and mix until even coated.
    • Cover in plastic wrap and chill until ready to serve.

    Notes

    4g net carbs per serving

    Nutrition

    Calories: 107kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 8g | Sodium: 173mg | Potassium: 175mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Net Carbs: 4g

    Try it out and let me know what you think in the comments below! What are your personal favorite low carb and keto side dishes?

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    Keto Chocolates with Macadamia & Sea Salt [Recipe]

    February 12, 2016

    Chocolate Fat Bomb with Macadamia & Sea Salt [Recipe] | KETOGASM.com #keto #fatbomb #lchf #lowcarb #ketogenic #ketosis #recipe #chocolate #macadamia #seasalt #paleo #valentine keto recipes

    This keto chocolates recipe is a godsend with Valentine's day just around the corner. You see, my love and I usually subscribe to the philosophy that food is the way to the heart. That rings particularly true on V-day in our house. For us, nothing says "I love you" like special dinners, delectable treats, or perfectly crafted beverages. One year my guy surprised me with dessert sushi and another he home-brewed a fantastic batch of chocolate beer! Chocolate booze?! He knows me so well! Aww, I just love Valentine's day.

    Now that we are both following a ketogenic diet, our usual Valentine's day spoils are going to be a little different. Instead of the carb-filled food and drink, we would usually indulge in; we'll have to make sure we stay away from the carbs and keep dropping the weight! I whipped up a batch of keto chocolates to give my guy an early V-day treat that won't throw either of us off track.

    Chocolate Fat Bomb with Macadamia & Sea Salt [Recipe] | KETOGASM.com #keto #fatbomb #lchf #lowcarb #ketogenic #ketosis #recipe #chocolate #macademia #seasalt #paleo

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    Hindsight is 20/20 Recipe Disclaimer: This keto chocolates recipe is technically what people refer to as "fat bombs". Fat bombs definitely aren't a keto diet necessity or staple (you don't need to go overboard on fat in the name of keto). They can be used as a way to sneak in an occasional treat while following this diet, but because they are packed with fat, they are also packed with calories. Not an ideal food for those using keto for weight loss purposes! Some people use them to add satiating fat to their diet if they are still hungry at the end of the day without affecting their other macros. Some people like them because they taste like candy. Fat bombs are high in calories; just like traditional chocolates and sweets, fat bombs fall into the empty calorie category. Just because they are keto, doesn't mean you will lose weight if you eat these.

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    I tend to stay away from keto desserts because my sweet tooth rages if I'm not careful... but Valentine's Day? That calls for dessert in my book.

    I made a batch of keto choclates filled with macadamia nuts and topped with sea salt using coconut oil, cocoa powder, and granulated stevia. To give it that special holiday feel and a touch of sentiment, I used silicon heart molds. The heart shapes turned out so pretty and tasted great! Think nutty dark chocolate. A win for our keto Valentine's day!

    If your partner or BFF is on a low carb diet, don't disregard their commitment to eating healthy and show up with sweets for the holiday! Please: Don't. Be. That. Guy. Instead, show that 1) you support them, 2) you are thoughtful enough to consider their low carb eating habits, and 3) you have skills in the kitchen. This sentiment will get you so many brownie points, I promise!

    Keto Chocolates - Fat Bombs for Valentine's Day

    The Keto Chocolates with Macadamia & Sea Salt [Recipe]

    To start, I melted coconut oil on the stove top. Once the oil melted to a liquid, I mixed in the cocoa powder. A 2:1 ratio of coconut oil to cocoa powder seems to work well. For this batch, I used ten tablespoons of coconut oil to 5 tablespoons of cocoa powder. Mix in the sweetener while the mixture is still in liquid form, before placing in the molds. I used two grams of granular Stevia to sweeten it up; if you prefer a sweeter chocolate just add more to taste. I was going for a dark chocolate taste with this recipe, so it is not overly sweet.

    I found it is best to keep the silicone candy mold on a cookie sheet for ease of transferability. Since you will have to transport the mold in and out of the fridge a couple of times, you'll want to make sure you can move it around without making a huge mess. Once you have a good set-up figured out, spoon the chocolate mixture into the wells of the mold and fill until each is a little over ¾ of the way up. Be sure not to fill to the top, or you won't have room for the macadamia nuts!

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    Transfer the silicone mold to the fridge and let it cool down to the point it starts to set up. This process won't take very long but will depend upon how hot the liquid was when placed into the mold. Just keep an eye on it to gauge the consistency. You are looking for it to be a bit gooey or gel-like - somewhere in between a liquid and solid state. You don't want the chocolate to set completely until you put the macadamia nuts in or you won't be able to mix them in. On the other hand, if you put the nuts in while the chocolate is still liquid, they will all sink to the bottom and look a little strange. Once your coconut-cocoa mixture is partially set, sprinkle the macadamia nuts into each well and press down to ensure they get evenly distributed throughout the chocolate.
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    Place the silicon mold back into the fridge to harden the chocolate. Once the batch has completely set, pop them out of the silicon and place right side up. You can serve just like this, and they are good... but to really knock your sweeties socks off, top them with a bit of coarse sea salt! The salty sweet combination elevates this recipe from a simple diet food hack to gourmet treat status.
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    To get the sea salt just right, you will need to let the batch of "chocolates" sit out at room temperature to soften the top so the salt will stick. If you skip this step, the salt will fall right off your little chocolate hearts. You can tell they are ready for the salt once the tops begin to glisten. Sprinkle each top with a pinch of coarse sea salt and pop them back into the fridge until ready to serve.

    I recommend using cupcake liners for each piece of chocolate - they help keep their shape by preventing them from sticking together. Plus they look pretty and come in festive colors or prints!

    Since the base of this recipe is coconut oil, the keto chocolates melt easily when left out at room temperature or if held in your hand for too long. Be sure to refrigerate your batch of chocolates when storing!

    If you're looking for other keto friendly dessert ideas, check out my keto chocolate pots de creme recipe or my creamy avocado popsicles!

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    Keto Chocolates with Macadamia & Sea Salt [Recipe]

    A chocolatey treat without the carbs!
    Prep Time10 minutes mins
    Cook Time10 minutes mins
    Total Time20 minutes mins
    Course: Dessert, Snack
    Cuisine: American
    Special Diet: Gluten-Free, Vegetarian
    Servings: 12 pieces
    Calories: 120kcal
    Author: Tasha

    Ingredients

    • 10 tbsp Coconut Oil
    • 5 tbsp Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
    • 2 g Granulated Stevia
    • 3 tbsp Macadamia Nuts coarsely chopped
    • Coarse Sea Salt to taste
    US Customary - Metric

    Instructions

    • Melt coconut oil on stovetop.
    • Add cocoa powder and granulated Stevia. Mix and remove from heat.
    • Spoon mixture into silicone candy molds until wells are ¾ full.
    • Refrigerate in silicone molds until mixture thickens to a gel-like consistency.
    • Sprinkle macadamia nuts into each well. Press down to distribute the nuts throughout the mixture.
    • Return silicone mold to refrigerator until completely hardened.
    • Once completely set, remove chocolates from silicone mold and place right side up on a dish or cupcake liner.
    • Let sit at room temperature until surface begins to glisten.
    • Sprinkle a pinch of course sea salt onto each keto chocolate.
    • Serve or return to refrigerator for storage.

    Notes

    1g carb per serving
    If you don't care for the taste of Stevia, erythritol or monkfruit sweeteners make great low carb (and low glycemic) sugar substitutes as well.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 120kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Fat: 13g | Potassium: 43mg | Net Carbs: 1g
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