Staying on your diet is hardest when you are on the go. Let's be honest, travel can break your ketogenic lifestyle. Planning ahead and packing the Best Keto Snacks for a road trip (or plane ride) is what keeps me on track every time.
In this shopping guide I will share my favorite keto products that are perfect for eating when on the go. Staying in ketosis is the only way a ketogenic diet will work. Ketosis is Key & these high-fat munchies are just the thing to pack when you travel!!
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What is Ketosis?
Ketosis is a metabolic state when the body burns fat for energy because it does not have enough carbohydrates to burn. When carbohydrates are drastically cut from the diet and replaced with fat and protein, ketosis can be achieved.
During ketosis, the liver produces chemicals called ketones. Ketones "spill" from the liver when there are no sugars to turn into energy.
How to Start a Ketogenic Diet?
To begin a keto diet, reaching ketosis and maintaining that metabolic state is important. If you cheat, the body shifts to a slower metabolic state and doesn't burn fat at the rate needed for weight loss and health.
Removing high carbohydrate foods from your home and your daily routine is key. Buying high fat, high protein, and calorie-dense food will ensure you do not go hungry and stay in ketosis. Always consult your physician before starting a diet.
Keto Meals & snacks should equal the following macros:
- 70% FAT
- 25% PROTEIN
- 5% CARBOHYDRATES
Keto Snack Recipes
All of these are high-fat & easy to make. Some will require packing a cooler to keep them fresh while others need no refrigeration. My favorite recipes for homemade keto snacks for road trips are:
My Top 3 Snacks for the Keto Diet
I love to pack all of these whenever I hop in the car or board a plane. The variety keeps me satisfied & the cravings keep me on track. After hundreds of miles back and forth to Disneyland or flying over the Pacific to Hawaii - these are my favorites & the best products to buy.
People's Choice Beef Jerky - 0 net carbs & 90 calories per serving
A great keto jerky to buy and have on hand. I love that there is no sugar and it is gluten-free.
Shrewd Food Keto Protein Puffs - 2 net carbs & 90 calories
These keto cheese puffs have some sugar and a few carbs but they are better than regular Cheetos by a mile. Think of this as a dirty keto snack as a rare treat and just enjoy it for what it is, especially if on vacation.
Chick N' Skin Fried Chicken Skins - <1 net carb & 190 calories
My favorite crunchy keto snack hands down are these salt and vinegar fried chicken skins. I admit it, I am addicted to these "chips". Bonus gluten-free and sodium content is low.
Savory Keto Snacks
Here is a list of my favorite keto snacks that are salty, crunchy, and completely savory. These include snacks that are all between 0 - 2 net carbs per serving and are packed with protein to keep you energetic and active. There are the best low-carb crunchy snacks that are also keto-friendly, diabetic-friendly, and healthy.
Besides those featured below here are a 5 yummy quick grab & go items :
Nick's Sticks Variety Pack - 0 net carbs, 10 g protein & 120calories each
These are one of the first paleo snacks I started ordering years ago. The kids love them too and are easy to eat on the go, like when in a long line at Disneyland.
Just the Cheese Bars - <1 net carb, 8 g protein & 150 calories
No matter what kind of cheese you like, Just the Cheese has a flavor for you. They are all great but the jalapeno is my favorite. Get the variety pack to try them all. We take these camping and on hikes all the time.
Nature's Garden Keto Snack Mix - 2 net carbs & 180 calories per serving
Love trail or chex mix? Then this is your keto snack. A hearty mix of macadamias, pecans, pepitas, almonds, and cheese crisps is all crunch and great for a protein-energy kick. Plus it includes probiotics, look no further for the perfect snack mix.
Sweet Keto Snacks
Here is a list of my favorite keto snacks that are sugary, dreamy, and satisfyingly sweet. These include snacks that are all between 2 - 7 net carbs per serving and are ready to curb your sweet addiction try these below or buy something off my list of the best keto candy.
Besides those featured below here are a 5 yummy quick grab & go items :
ChocZero Keto Bark - 2 net carbs & 120 calories per ounce.
There are many ChocZero products but the Keto Bark is my favorite. It is sweetened naturally with monk fruit and nothing artificial. It is also made in the USA and a brand I love.
Smart Sweets Gummy Fish - 7 net carbs & 80 calories per pack
Little packs of sweetness that bring you back to childhood. I am a HUGE fan of Swedish Fish and this is heaven for - all the love and none of the guilt. They have a higher amount of carbs than I would normally have so this is for sure a special sweet treat.
HighKey Keto Chocolate Chip Cookies - 2 net carbs & 140 calories (½ bag)
These are by far my favorite keto pre-made cookie. Crispy, chocolatey, & sweet. Thousands of great reviews on Amazon agree!
Keto Variety Packs & Baked Goodies
All these packaged keto snacks are easy to grab & go. Great for a long road trip, camping, or extended work travel.
Keto Snack Box - 20 different snacks
Variety of meat, cheese, and nut snacks. If you want a crunchy, salty, and low-carb snack variety this is the box for you. This is great for road trips and for camping - every keto base is covered. All the snacks are great but my favorites are the pork rinds and the Whisps, cheese crisps.
HighKey Brownie Mix - 2 net carbs & 120 calories
Chewy, rich, and for any chocoholic. Highkey does it again and satisfies anyone's sweet tooth with this brownie mix. The house will smell amazing as this bakes. In my opinion, there is nothing like a warm brownie and these no guilt chunks of chocolate heaven are phenomenal.
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Caroline Parrott says
That Nature's Garden Keto Snack Mix is legit!! At first I thought it wasn't that exciting since it was pretty easy to buy all those things separately, but really it is the perfect balance (and keeps me from eating too many nuts at once time!!).
Angela says
Glad you like it too. I have it on hand all the time and stashed in my cubbie at work - it doesn't last long but I have zero guilt about it.
Lucinda says
Thanks for all the suggestions! I am curious to try the meat sticks and cheese bars.
Sydney Delong says
Great list! These look like great snacks to keep in the pantry!
Holly says
THANK YOU!!! I have been looking for some go-to snacks for keto, I have not heard of these so I am so excited to give them a try!!
Angela says
Great, so glad to help Holly. Please let me know what you try and what you liked.
Leslie W. says
Good to know. Thank you.
Noelle Collins says
Great ideas! My husband tries to eat low carb, so I will share these snack ideas with him.
Angela says
Wonderful, I would love to hear what he thinks!
Vanessa says
I thought about doing keto, but chose something different. That is before I knew about these snacks. This may make me change my mind. These look quite delicious.
Angela says
I love all these even when not on a strict keto diet. My kids try and steal the choczero from my drawer! We could all use less sugar in our diets!
Lucy says
Thanks for posting the keto snacks! Sometimes it's hard to know where to find keto related products
Lisa says
Great post! I love the breakdown!
Charlotte says
I’ve never tried any of these, but love the fact that you have something chocolate on the list!
Angela says
Oh yeah, chocolate is life!
Kendra says
I can't believe ive not tried any of these. I'm definitely going to get some of these to try.
Suzan says
I may be the odd duck out here having not participated in the Keto trend, LOL. Snack options are wonderful when on any diet, keeping them healthy is the key and difficulty all in one 🙂
Amy Irvin says
I am not on a Keto diet, but am eating just fruit, veggies and nuts for the month of January. This may come in handy. Thanks.
Robin says
Great list! Thanks for sharing!
Katherine Wolfe says
I'm not doing Keto, but these sound like great suggestions for all my friends who are!
Barbara Johnston says
Thanks for sharing the great snack ideas.
Tracy says
Thanks! We were just discussing trying Keto. This is helpful!
Caitlin Westwood says
You don't even know how much I needed this post. I did keto a few years ago and just got back onto the train a few weeks ago so this is great! Thank you.
Angela says
Choo Choo - all aboard the Keto Train! I like how that sounds - may need to use that for social media too. Welcome back and enjoy the snacks!
heather jandrue says
I do not follow keto, but always looking for snack ideas. Thanks.
Maria says
While I'm not going Keto, eating lower sugar and higher protein is certainly the plan for 2020, thanks for the great list. I've found SmartSweets online in Canada, so will be looking for them here!
Angela says
Great, I hope you enjoy them
Beatriz says
Thank you for the information, breakdown this is a great post! I been contemplating doing Keto fully! I am hashimoto's hypothyroidistis. So, I have to wise in what I choose.
Brianna says
Thank you! I’ll have to try some of these snacks they look good!
Annette says
Love these snacks!! It's challenging to find something healthy. I'll need to get some of these to have on hand. Thanks!
Eva says
Oh, they all sound good, but that box really intrigues me!
Angela says
The box is a great way to try several different things and have a variety to share.
Lisa says
I’ve been wanting to learn more about keto. Thank you!!
Michele says
I'm not keto but these look good. I may have to give them a try!
Melissa Jones says
Interesting! I don't know anything about the Keto diet and I love finding good snack ideas!
LaRena says
Thanks so much for sharing. I don't think I have heard of most of these. Now to see if I can find them in my town.
Angela says
They are all available on Amazon and I have found those prices to be the best when compared to the specialty food stores near me in California. Right now the chocolate chip cookies are my weakness.
Beth Shields says
Looks like a great list. Thanks for sharing. Will have to sample!
gina says
These are all great ideas... most I have not heard of or seen in my local stores so I will be checking them out online... especially vegetarian options.
Michelle says
This is a great resource to have. My husband follows a Ketogenic diet so the rest of us eat it but we don't follow on the snacks. This gives me some great ideas to keep around for him. Thanks for sharing!
Angela says
Great I hope he loves these - let me know what he likes best.
Christa says
These are all great options. My son loves the Smart Sweets sour gummies. They're almost like Sour Patch Kids which he really misses since going Keto.
yaya says
This is such a great list of ways to eat in a low carb state. I struggled with doing full keto but I’ve found a better balance with low carb. Excellent suggestions on to make it a lifestyle.