Everyone knows that appetizers are a fun way to set the stage for any meal—keto or not. That little extra bonus dish makes any meal feel special. Whether you’re looking for something sweet or savory, these appetizers will hit the spot—and every single one is keto friendly!
Keeping It Savory
1. Spicy, Creamy Guacamole Dip
Spicy is always a great way to go when choosing an appetizer. Dip any keto chips or crackers into this guac to start off your meal with a little extra punch.
Or make this seven-layer taco dip:
2. Spicy Taco Deviled Eggs
They say the devil is in the details, and in this case, the details are spicy deviled eggs. Who would have thought that tacos and eggs could come together so perfectly?
3. Bacon, Lettuce, and Egg Salad Wraps
A keto-friendly take on the BLT to make a hearty appetizer to lead in to any meal.
4. Snow Peas with Green Onion and Mint
An updated version of sweet peas and pearl onions, this veggie appetizer spotlights fresh snow peas combined with just the right amount of green onions and topped with a fragrant mint leaf.
5. Nacho Chips
This finger food can compete with the best of them! And while the football season will eventually come to an end, you can enjoy these tasty morsels any time.
6. Parmesan Low Carb Crackers
Cheese and crackers make a delicious appetizer combo. Partner these parmesan crackers with your favorite keto-approved cheese for a new appetizer option.
7. Pepperoni Pizza Chaffle
They say you can chaffle almost anything, but once you’ve chaffled pizza, nothing else will do!
8. Drop Biscuits
Whether you dip them in gravy or slather them with butter, these drop biscuits mark the beginning of a meal worth relishing.
9. Almost Pumpernickel Bread
Who needs the extra carbs when this almost-pumpernickel bread loaf delivers the goods? This dense faux pumpernickel has an earthy flavor that leaves you wanting more.
10. Creamy Baked Cauliflower
Warm, cheesy appetizers are the best, and this keto cauliflower dish meets and exceeds those melty appetizer expectations.
11. Cheesy Broccoli Soup
Soup never fails to start a meal off right, and this cheesy broccoli option leads the list of tasty options. A favorite any time, a warm bowl of this goodness is particularly welcome during the cold months of winter.
12. Clam Chowder (Maine Style)
Everyone has their favorite clam chowder, but this Maine-style version may have you rethinking your top pick.
13. Creamy Tomato Basil Mascarpone Soup
Tomato soup is a perennial favorite, and when topped with this slightly sweet cheese, you can definitely see why!
14. Instant French Onion Soup
Quick and easy to make, this French onion soup, topped with your choice of Swiss or Gruyere cheese, brings a whole new meaning to French cuisine.
Keeping It Sweet
15. Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls
Down a few of these peanut butter balls while you’re waiting for your main dish, and you’ll understand what a difference a delicious appetizer can make.
16. Lemon Cheesecake Bites
Life’s short, eat dessert first. (We had to sneak one dessert into the appetizer category, right? These bite-size morsels are among the best!)
17. Banoffee Pie Parfaits
Based on the well-known banoffee pie, which originated in Britain, this keto parfait features all the goodness of the original pie (bananas and cream) with the addition of keto chocolate toffee. Who knew a pie-turned-parfait would make such a mouth-watering appetizer?
18. Peach Almond Muffins with White Chocolate Glaze
Muffins aren’t just for breakfast—they make great appetizers too. Test that theory with this delicate mix of peach and almond, topped with a drizzle of white chocolate glaze.
19. Orange Cranberry Almond Holiday Morning Muffins
If you like the peach almond muffin, check out the orange cranberry take on the breakfast favorite. It says “holiday” in the title, but this delightful mouthful of goodness makes a great appetizer any time of the year.
20. Raspberry Scones
See scones in a whole new light when you choose them as an appetizer. This fruit-flavored, cream cheese version is baked instead of deep fried, making it both healthy and scrumptious.
21. Cinnamon Rolls
Low-carb cinnamon rolls? Yep, they’re a thing—a really good thing. And while you can never go wrong with cinnamon rolls for breakfast, try them as an appetizer for dinner, and you’ll discover a whole new world of possibilities.
22. Irish Cream Bonbons
Bon bons are no longer only for the rich and famous! And while they’re an indulgent treat any time, they are especially kicking off a meal as an appetizer.
23. Orange Mango Yogurt with Raspberries
Talk about an amazing flavor combination! This yogurt appetizer perfectly balances orange, mango, and raspberries for a taste that you will never forget.
24. Lemon Ricotta Chaffle
Creamy, melty cheese isn’t just an ingredient reserved for savory appetizer options. Turns out, the always versatile chaffle steps into the sweet world nicely when flavored with lemon and ricotta.
25. Three-Ingredient Crepes with Homemade Berry Syrup
Another breakfast-turned-appetizer option is crepes. This three-ingredient recipe is super simple to make, and while this version is topped with berry syrup, you can top yours with anything that complements your main dish.
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