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    Home / Keto Thanksgiving Recipes 🍁

    Keto Thanksgiving Recipes 🍁

    Cast Iron Keto
    by Cast Iron Keto
    Updated: Sep 18,2023
    2 Comments

    Welcome to the world of BEST Keto Thanksgiving Recipes! From hearty Thanksgiving dinner to desserts, we've got dozens of ideas for your festivity. And the best part is all of them are easy to make and 100% keto-friendly.

    keto thanksgiving recipes

    The holidays are filled with many beloved traditions — time with family, homemade meals, and nostalgic desserts. But sticking to keto-friendly foods during festivity can seem daunting when you're on a ketogenic diet. Not anymore, though! You can choose something simple and delicious with our easy Keto Thanksgiving Recipes.

    Keto Thanksgiving Appetizers

    When it comes to appetizers, there is a whole new world of possibilities beyond typical cracking trays and bread baskets. So, let's start with some tasty keto appetizers to snack before the big meal spreads on the table.

    Keto egg recipe.

    Deviled Eggs

    These egg-cellent deviled eggs with flavorful yolky fillings are the easiest yet fanciest options for a savory appetizer.

    • Prep Time: 10 minutes
    • Cooking Time: 2 minutes
    • Total Time: 12 Minutes
    • Difficulty Level: Easy
    • Recipe Makes 12 Servings

    [Recipe]

    Keto Cheeseboard

    For a sophisticated yet easy appetizer, assemble a grand cheese board with crispy Moon Cheese, hearty charcuterie meats, and bright pickled veggies. At the center will be a warm, cheesy bacon and onion dip. View full recipe

    • Prep Time: 10 minutes
    • Cooking Time: 50 minutes
    • Total Time: 1 hour
    • Difficulty Level: Easy
    • Recipe Makes 12 Servings
    Keto Cheese Board
    Charcuterie Chalet

    Charcuterie Chalet

    Make an edible chalet using crispbreads, cream cheese, and a variety of cured meats for an appetizing and fun centerpiece. View full recipe

    • Prep Time: 60 minutes
    • Cooking Time: None
    • Total Time: 60 Minutes
    • Difficulty Level: Easy

    Bacon Brown Sugar Chicken Bites

    Level up your appetizer game with succulent chicken bites made with just three major ingredients.

    View full recipe

    • Prep Time: 10 minutes
    • Cooking Time: 35 minutes
    • Total Time: 45 Minutes
    • Difficulty Level: Easy
    • Recipe Makes 20 Servings
    Keto Bacon Brown Sugar Chicken Bites in a cast iron skillet, fresh from the oven
    Keto Little Smokies in a skillet with one being taken out with a toothpick

    Keto Smokies

    These easy and quick keto smokies pack the savory taste of sausages and the smoky flavors of homemade BBQ sauce. View full recipe

    • Prep Time: 5 minutes
    • Cooking Time: 20 minutes
    • Total Time: 25 minutes
    • Difficulty Level: Easy
    • Recipe Makes 12 Servings

    Jalapeno Popper Stuffed Mushrooms

    This easy-to-make appetizer combines the fiery zing of jalapenos, the savory goodness of crispy bacon, and the creamy indulgence of cream cheese. View full recipe

    • Prep Time: 20 minutes
    • Cooking Time: 20 minutes
    • Total Time: 40 Minutes
    • Difficulty Level: Easy
    • Recipe Makes 12 Servings
    keto jalapeno popper stuffed mushrooms closeup
    Keto Sausage Balls in a cast iron skillet on a blue background with a tea towel tied around the handle

    Keto Sausage Balls

    These low-carb versions of the classic Southern finger food bring together the delicacy of ground sausage, almond flour, and cheddar cheese. View full recipe

    • Prep Time: 5 minutes
    • Cooking Time: 25 minutes
    • Total Time: 30 minutes
    • Difficulty Level: Easy
    • Recipe Makes 14 Servings

    Keto Thanksgiving Side Dishes

    This roundup offers easy recipes for sensational low-carb sides like cauliflower mash and casseroles. Indulge in classic Thanksgiving favorites while still staying true to your keto diet.

    Baked rolls in cast iron skillet

    Keto Dinner Rolls

    This is one of our most popular recipes and for good reason. These low-carb soft dinner rolls are perfect for sopping up gravy, cranberry sauce, and making leftover turkey sandwiches the day after. [Recipe]

    • Prep Time: 35 minutes
    • Cooking Time: 20 minutes
    • Total Time: 55 minutes
    • Difficulty Level: Easy
    • Recipe Makes 12 Servings

    Keto Spaghetti Squash Au Gratin

    Cheesy, creamy, and bubbly, this side dish transforms spaghetti squash into a cheesy delight with Parmesan cheese, sour cream, and a bunch of aromatics. [Recipe]

    • Prep Time: 20 minutes
    • Cooking Time: 20 minutes
    • Total Time: 40 Minutes
    • Difficulty Level: Easy
    • Recipe Makes 8 Servings
    Keto Spaghetti Squash Au Gratin in a cast iron skillet on a blue background with a tea towel
    close-up of spinach

    Keto Creamed Spinach

    Sauté fresh baby spinach in heavy cream and Parmesan for a rich, decadent twist on classic creamed spinach. It's a sure-shot crowdpleaser! [Recipe]

    • Prep Time: 5 minutes
    • Cooking Time: 10 minutes
    • Total Time: 15 minutes
    • Difficulty Level: Easy
    • Recipe Makes 4 Servings

    Keto Brussels Sprouts with Bacon

    This easy recipe is the best way to incorporate Brussels sprouts into a family dinner. Your guests will be left surprised knowing sprouts can taste this good. [Recipe]

    • Prep Time: 15 minutes
    • Cooking Time: 20 minutes
    • Total Time: 35 minutes
    • Difficulty Level: Easy
    • Recipe Makes 4 Servings
    Keto Brussels Sprouts with Bacon in skillet
    Keto Scalloped Turnips close up shot of bubbly cheese

    Keto Scalloped Turnips

    A low-carb version of the classic holiday staple, these scalloped turnips bring potatoes' flavors and creamy texture to the dining table — without any carbs. [Recipe]

    • Prep Time: 15 minutes
    • Cooking Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
    • Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
    • Difficulty Level: Easy
    • Recipe Makes 12 Servings

    Keto Cheesy Broccoli Casserole

    This casserole is a perfect low-carb side dish for any occasion! It brings together broccoli florets, bacon, and a lot of cheese.! [recipe]

    • Prep Time: 10 minutes
    • Cooking Time: 45 minutes
    • Total Time: 55 minutes
    • Difficulty Level: Easy
    • Recipe Makes 12 Servings
    Cheesy Keto Broccoli Casserole in a cast iron skillet with a serving spoon preparing to scoop
    Keto Cheesy Hashbrown Casserole in a cast iron casserole skillet

    Keto Cheesy Hashbrown Casserole

    This Hashbrown Casserole recipe (also known as Funeral Potatoes) is a delicious low-carb side dish that tastes VERY similar to the classic recipe, just without the cornflakes or carbs! [recipe]

    • Prep Time: 15 minutes
    • Cooking Time: 55 minutes
    • Total Time: 70 minutes
    • Difficulty Level: Easy
    • Recipe Makes 4 Servings

    Keto Macaroni and Cheese

    This keto macaroni and cheese is a great low carb option that’s still packed full of cheesy flavor from three different kinds of cheese! [Recipe]

    • Prep Time: 10minutes
    • Cooking Time: 30 minutes
    • Total Time: 40 Minutes
    • Difficulty Level: Easy
    • Recipe Makes 6 Servings
    Keto Mac and Cheese in a cast iron skillet
    Keto Stuffing in cast iron skillet

    Keto “Cornbread” Stuffing

    Stuffing is arguably the most iconic of all Thanksgiving sides, and this version only has 2.1 net carbs per serving [Recipe]

    • Prep Time: 30 minutes
    • Cooking Time: 2 hours and 40 minutes
    • Total Time: 3 hours and 10 minutes
    • Difficulty Level: Easy
    • Recipe Makes 12 Servings

    Keto Pork Belly Collard Greens

    A Southern holiday staple these collard greens make a perfect addition to any holiday table! [Recipe]

    • Prep Time: 5 minutes
    • Cooking Time: 13 minutes
    • Total Time: 18 Minutes
    • Difficulty Level: Easy
    • Recipe Makes 2 Servings
    Spicy Pork Belly Collard Greens in skillet with wooden spoon
    Keto Mashed Cauliflower in a bowl with a spoon

    Roasted Garlic Mashed Cauliflower

    The BEST mashed cauliflower you'll ever have, it's even better than potatoes, yes really! [recipe]

    • Prep Time: 5 minutes
    • Cooking Time: 15 minutes
    • Total Time: 20 Minutes
    • Difficulty Level: Easy
    • Recipe Makes 4 Servings

    Roasted Butternut Squash with Bacon

    Squash can totally fit a low-carb diet and this bacon roasted squash is SO good! [Recipe]

    • Prep Time: 5 minutes
    • Cooking Time: 45 minutes
    • Total Time: 50 Minutes
    • Difficulty Level: Easy
    • Recipe Makes 4 Servings
    Roasted Butternut Squash in a cast iron skillet, a large serving spoon rests in the middle
    closeup of cream of mushroom soup

    Keto Cream of Mushroom Soup

    Not only is our cream of mushroom soup perfect for casserole dishes, but it's great for plant-based keto dieters as well. You can easily make it dairy-free! [Recipe]

    • Prep Time: 5 minutes
    • Cooking Time: 10 minutes
    • Total Time: 15 Minutes
    • Difficulty Level: Easy
    • Recipe Makes 4 Servings

    Keto Cream of Chicken Soup

    Prepare this gluten-free creamy chicken soup to add a touch of meaty decadence to all your low-carb casseroles. [Recipe]

    • Prep Time: 5 minutes
    • Cooking Time: 10 minutes
    • Total Time: 15 Minutes
    • Difficulty Level: Easy
    • Recipe Makes 4 Servings
    Keto Cream of Chicken Soup in glass jar

    Keto Thanksgiving Desserts

    Indulge your sweet tooth with delicious low-carb desserts that keep you in ketosis. This roundup includes keto recipes like pumpkin pies, chocolate mousse, and more to treat yourself without the sugar crash.

    Keto Pumpkin Pie

    What’s Thanksgiving without pumpkin pie? This Keto version has a flaky buttery crust that holds its shape, slices easily, and tastes just like the pie you know and love. [Recipe]

    • Prep Time: 30 minutes
    • Cooking Time: 55 minutes
    • Total Time: 2 hours 25 minutes
    • Difficulty Level: Easy
    • Recipe Makes 8 Servings
    Keto Pumpkin Pie slice on plate with whipped cream and a fork
    Keto Pecan Pie in a cast iron skillet

    Keto Pecan Pie

    Quite possibly my favorite recipe for a keto thanksgiving is this Keto Pecan Pie, bourbon, and chocolate optional. [Recipe]

    • Prep Time: 30 minutes
    • Cooking Time: 55 minutes
    • Total Time: 1 hour and 25 Minutes
    • Difficulty Level: Easy
    • Recipe Makes 8 Servings

    Keto Low-Carb Apple Pie

    This easy low-carb Keto Apple Pie will please anyone around your table. Don’t forget the ice cream! [recipe]

    • Prep Time: 1 hour and 15 minutes
    • Cooking Time: 1 hour and 10 minutes
    • Total Time: 2 hours and 25 minutes
    • Difficulty Level: Easy
    • Recipe Makes 12 Servings
    A slice of Keto Apple Pie with Ice cream on top served on a plate. Skillet in the background
    Pumpkin Cheesecake Bar on a plate topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream

    Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars

    Better for potlucks than a full pie, these cheesecake bars are a fantastic rendition of pumpkin pie. [recipe]

    • Prep Time: 20 minutes
    • Cooking Time: 2 hours
    • Freeze Time: 4 hours
    • Total Time: 25 minutes
    • Difficulty Level: Easy
    • Recipe Makes 16Servings

    Keto Thanksgiving dinners

    Enjoy mouthwatering low-carb main dishes with keto-approved recipes. This collection of savory dinners features clever twists on classics and exciting new ways to make turkey day meals special without breaking ketosis.

    Keto Cranberry Sauce

    Sweetened with swerve, you’ll never go back to a can-shaped gelatinous blob of sugar-filled cranberry sauce again! [Recipe]

    • Prep Time: 5 minutes
    • Cooking Time: 10 minutes
    • Total Time: 15 minutes
    • Difficulty Level: Easy
    • Recipe Makes 8 Servings
    Keto Cranberry Sauce close-up before cooking
    Keto Gravy in gravy boat on platter

    Keto Gravy

    What’s a holiday table without gravy? This gluten-free Keto-friendly gravy is the real deal, nice and silky it adds a burst of hearty flavor to any meat, vegetable, or mashed cauliflower. [recipe]

    • Prep Time: 5 minutes
    • Cooking Time: 5 minutes
    • Total Time: 10 Minutes
    • Difficulty Level: Easy
    • Recipe Makes 8 Servings

    Whole Roasted Chicken

    With crispy golden skin and juicy meat, this simple yet impressive whole roast chicken recipe delivers everything you love about Thanksgiving. [recipe]

    • Prep Time: 15 minutes
    • Cooking Time:1 hour and 30 minutes
    • Brine Time: 4 hours
    • Rest Time: 15 minutes
    • Total Time: 5 hours and 45 minutes (mostly inactive)
    • Difficulty Level: Easy
    • Recipe Makes 6 Servings
    Roasted whole chicken with vegetables kept on a plate on kitchen table.
    Keto Butter Chicken in a cast iron skillet with cauliflower rice

    Keto Butter Chicken

    Experience rich, exotic Indian flavors with this easy keto take on butter chicken. Expect tender chicken in a creamy, mildly spiced tomato-butter sauce! View full recipe

    • Prep Time: 10 minutes
    • Cooking Time: 20 minutes
    • Total Time: 30 Minutes
    • Difficulty Level: Easy
    • Recipe Makes 6 Servings
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    1. Venus says

      November 19, 2018 at 6:12 pm

      I had never heard of cherpumple before, but I really want to make one. I don't want to eat it, maybe just watch someone else.

      Thanks for all the other great keto Thanksgiving ideas and recipes!.
      I hope your Thanksgiving is blessed!

      Reply
      • Alex Lester says

        November 20, 2018 at 4:02 pm

        I know right, I just want to make it to see people's faces! Hope you have a great Thanksgiving as well!

        Reply

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