Carnivore Diet Desserts (6 TOP Recipes You Should Try Out)
I've followed the carnivore diet for seven years, occasionally experimenting with carnivore-friendly desserts to break the meat routine.
At Carnivore Style, we've tested numerous options to bring you the best 6 recipes that satisfy sweet cravings without compromising your meat-focused lifestyle.
Quick Summary
- Carnivore recipes include carnivore cake, cheesecake, ice cream, egg pudding, donuts, and egg souffle.
- Carnivore diet desserts are low in carbs and sugar-free, providing a sweet treat for those on a meat-only diet.
- Overconsumption of desserts with sugar or carbs can disrupt weight and fat loss routines, so moderation is key.
Carnivore Diet Desserts
Transitioning to the carnivore diet can be a little challenging because the diet eliminates everything except for meat and water.
And finding suitable desserts to eat in this meat-only lifestyle isn't a cakewalk either.
Luckily, here are six of my absolute favorite carnivore-friendly dessert ideas.
1. Carnivore Cake
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 2hrs
- Total Time: 2hr 15mins
- Number of Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 1 pound beef liver
- ½ pound beef tongue
- ½ pound pork back fat
- 2 teaspoons Redmond salt
Instructions
- Cube all meat and purée in food processor until smooth.
- Pour into medium cake pan, wrap securely in foil.
- Bake at 300°F for 2 hours until tender (160°F internal temperature)[1].
- Cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 400kcal
- Fat: 30g
- Protein: 24g
- Carbs: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
2. Carnivore Cheesecake
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 50 mins
- Total Time: 1hr 10 mins
- Number of Servings: 4
Ingredients
You'll need two batches of ingredients for this carnivore-friendly cheesecake recipe (for crust and filling).
Crust
- 140g almond flour
- 55g butter
- 1 tsp vanilla essence
Filling
- 650g cream cheese
- 110ml heavy whipping cream
- ¼ cup sour cream
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F, grease 8-inch baking pan.
- Melt butter, combine with almond flour, sour cream, and vanilla.
- Press dough into pan bottom, bake 5-10 minutes until golden.
- Increase oven to 400°F.
- Whisk filling ingredients, pour over crust.
- Bake 30 minutes at 400°F, then 20 minutes at 230°F.
- Cool before serving.
You’ll notice I used almond flour for this carnivore cheesecake recipe, which is basically plants food. Hence, this carb cheesecake is more keto-friendly and not suitable for you if you’re on a strict low-carb diet.
Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 340g
- Protein: 9g
- Fat: 38g
- Carbs: 3g
3. Carnivore Ice Cream
When I started on my carnivore diet, I thought I was missing out on ice cream treats until I found this delicious, easy-to-make carnivore ice-cream recipe and tried it out.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 5 mins
- Rest Time: 1hr
- Total Time: 1hr 25 mins
- Number of Servings: 3
Ingredients
- 2 Eggs
- 300 ml heavy whipping cream
- 2 tbsp organic vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp Xylitol
Instructions
- Separate egg yolks and whites.
- Heat cream, vanilla, and Xylitol until thickened.
- Add whisked egg yolks on low heat, thicken further.
- Whip egg whites until frothy using stand mixer.
- Fold yolk mixture into whites, pour into freezer-safe container.
- Freeze for at least 1 hour.
Once frozen, I like to defrost a little and enjoy a couple of scoops!
Note: Cool your heavy cream for a few minutes and use low heat once you add your yolks to avoid cooking them.
Nutrition Facts
- Fat: 45g
- Protein: 35g
- Carbs: 200
4. Carnivore Egg Pudding
This carnivore egg pudding recipe is healthy and simple to make. I love keeps me energized throughout the day.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 5 mins
- Rest Time: 60 mins
- Total Time: 70 mins
- Number of Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 4 soft-boiled eggs
- 1 ½ tbsp grass-fed butter
- 120g raw milk
- ½ tsp cinnamon extract
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- A pinch of saltto eat this in the morning because it's an excellent protein source
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in food processor, blend until smooth
- Pour into freezer-safe container, refrigerate 60 minutes
- Slice and enjoy
Note: Contains sugar, vanilla, and cinnamon - not suitable for strict carnivores. Consume moderately as sugars can affect blood sugar levels.
Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 170kcal
- Fat: 23g
- Protein: 16g
- Carbs: 3g
- Net carbs: 2g
5. Carnivore Donuts
- Prep Time: 10 ins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Total Time: 40 mins
- Number of Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 3 large eggs
- 3 ¼ cup cream cheese
- ¼ cup raw cream
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 glass of raw milk
- 3 tsp raw honey
- ¼ cup butter
- Lemon zest
- 3 tsp dark chocolate powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 180 ° C.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the eggs, cream cheese, zest, and baking powder with a hand mixer.
- Grease a medium-sized doughnut baking dish and fill it halfway with the doughnut batter (This leaves room for the doughnuts to rise well).
- Bake for 20-30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, heat milk, raw cream, chocolate powder, and raw honey in a shallow saucepan. Cook the milk until it is thick and creamy.
- When the donuts are set, dunk them in the chocolate mixture until completely covered on one side.
- Allow the chocolate to set in on the doughnuts, then enjoy.
Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 130g
- Total fat: 19gg
- Carbs: 1g
- Net carbs: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 9g
6. Carnivore Egg Souffle
- Prep Time:10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Total Time: 30 mins
- Number of Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 3 eggs
- 25g maple syrup
- 1 tsp of vanilla essence
- 90g cottage cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C for 20 minutes. Grease-coat the baking pans and set aside.
- With an electric mixer, whip the egg whites for 6 minutes or until fluffy.
- In a separate mixing bowl, beat the egg yolks for 4 minutes. Mix in maple syrup and vanilla extract.
- Slightly fold the frothy egg whites into the honey-egg mixture.
- Pour the batter into baking pans and bake for 20 minutes.
- Serve hot.
“Natural maple syrup is healthy concentrated tree sap with no additives.”
- Judith Thalheimer, Registered Dietician
Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 270g
- Total Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Potassium: 170mg
- Total Carbs: 7.4g
FAQs
What Treats Can You Have on a Carnivore Diet?
You can have treats like carnivore cake or ice cream on a carnivore diet. Ensure these treats are made with carnivore-friendly ingredients.
Can You Have Whipped Cream on a Carnivore Diet?
You can have whipped cream on a carnivore diet because it's a dairy product.
Is Sugar Allowed on a Carnivore Diet?
Sugar is not allowed on a carnivore diet because this elimination diet strictly permits meat and dairy products. However, if you're not a strict carnivore dieter, you can use zero-carb sweeteners or organic sugar.
Carnivore Style is dedicated to helping you explore creative and satisfying recipes like these, ensuring that you enjoy every part of your carnivore journey. Keep an eye out for more delicious recipes and tips to elevate your carnivore experience.
References:
1. https://www.oreilly.com/library/view/cooking-for-geeks/9781449389543/ch04.html
Appreciate these dessert ideas. I thought carnivore was all steak and eggs, but these recipes make it feel a lot more enjoyable.
The idea of using cream cheese and butter for a dessert sounds so indulgent. Thanks for sharing these options.