Cool, creamy, & sweet no-bake lemon cheesecake fat bombs are a keto dietary dream! These mini lemon cheesecake bites are loaded with good fats and a zero-calorie sweetener for the keto snack or dessert you need in your life. Tiny little desserts should not be this good but they are.
A pop of tart lemon juice and the zest are offset by cream cheese for a great balance of flavors in this recipe. Just a few ingredients, fun molds, & a freezer is all you need. What are you waiting for?
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What are Fat Bombs?
Fat bombs are beloved by those on a ketogenic diet (less than 5% carb intake). They are typically full of fats like coconut oil, heavy cream, and butter. Other terms similar to Fat Bombs include:
- Fat Fudge
- Keto Bombs
- Protein Balls
Love Fat Bombs? Try my Best Keto Peanut Butter Cups recipe
Ingredients & Tools Needed
Here are the key ingredients for this no-bake fat bomb recipe. I like monk fruit sweetener for my zero-calorie sweeter and the amounts are based on the sweetness that this ingredient brings. You can substitute for your favorite sweetener but it may not be the same amount needed, so adjust.
- Cream Cheese - full-fat brick type only
- Lemon - for fresh lemon juice & zest
- Coconut Oil - for the high-fat content
- Butter - for a creamy "buttery" flavor
- Monkfruit - the zero-calorie sweetener
Special equipment:
- An ice tray or silicone mold
- Zester
- Juicer
- Hand mixer
See the recipe card for amounts & full instructions.
How to Make Lemon Cheesecake Fat Bombs
In a mixing bowl add the coconut oil, softened butter, and the softened cream cheese. It is keep all ingredients are at room temperature. If you need to - microwave these for 10 seconds.
Next add the lemon zest, lemon juice, and sweetener.
Using a hand mixer, blend all ingredients until they are smooth.
Set & Freeze the Fat Bombs
Pour into ice trays and divide into 12 equal amounts. Place in the freezer for at least 2 hours to harden.
After at least 2 hours they are set enough to pop out of the ice cube trays. You may need to run a knife around the edge to loosen if you have a stiff ice cube tray. A knife warmed under hot water is often a great way to get these little guys out.
Pop them out and store in an air-tight container in the freezer for up to a month. No-Bake Lemon Cheesecake Fat Bombs are good immediately when ready but also freeze really well and last up to a month in an air-tight container.
I suggest removing any you want to eat from the freezer and let come to room temperature about 5-10 minutes before enjoying it. They will then be easier to bite into and a bit creamer but still hold up solid enough to eat with your hands.
How to Store Fat Bombs
These fat bombs are best stored in an air-tight container in the freezer. You can also keep a few in the refrigerator at a time if you want them softer like a lemon cheesecake bite. That way they are ready whenever you want a sugar-free sweet treat.
Bonus: Macros Calculator
To find out your personal fat, protein, and carb macros you can use this free calculator. It is based on several factors and no email is needed, find your OPTIMAL FOOD INTAKE!
And if you are a lemon fan and on the keto diet, do not miss my Homemade Lemonade Concentrate recipe. It is made with monk fruit sweetener and it is one of my most popular recipes!
Homemade Keto Low Carb Lemonade Concentrate
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No-Bake Lemon Cheesecake Fat Bombs
Equipment
- ice tray or silicone molds
Ingredients
- 6 ounces cream cheese full-fat, softened
- ½ stick salted butter softened
- 2 TBS coconut oil
- 2 TBS monk fruit sweetener
- 2 TBS fresh lemon juice
- ½ TB lemon zest
Instructions
- In a small mixing bowl, add the softened cream cheese, butter, coconut oil, and sweetener. Add in the lemon juice and zest.
- Using a hand mixer, mix on medium speed until smooth and combined evenly.
- Using a rubber spatula, transfer to an ice cube tray or silicone molds. The mixture should be divided into 12 evenly full sections to meet the nutritional information shared for this recipe. You can make smaller or larger ones, just note they will have different macros.
- Place in the freezer for at least 2 hours.
- Once set, remove fat bombs from the ice cube tray or molds. You may need a knife to go around the edges to loosen. Sometimes a warm knife, heated by hot water, will do the trick.
- Store in an airtight container in the freezer for up to a month. To enjoy, remove the servings you desire to enjoy and let sit out at room temperature for 5-10 minutes. This allows them to become a bit softer and easier to bite into.
Cindy says
These look like a great treat. I will admit though that as I scrolled to the comment box I saw the green beans with everything bagel seasoning...That sounds ammazing!
Angela says
Love that - I hope you enjoy the fat bombs and the green beans _ maybe not together?!? haha
Hollysbirdnest says
That you so much what a great way to add fat. To your diet but also a delicious rest for warmer weather days!
Lucy says
Wow these look super simple and easy to make!
jen says
Well they look good.... but i'd have to give them a new name LOL
Angela says
But they are the BOMB - to Yummy Bombs maybe? haha
Beth Shields says
Looks good. Will have to try. Thanks for sharing.
Debbi H says
I think these look delicious--almost like a lemon cream popsicle. Yum!
Angela says
Exactly!!!
Tricia Snow says
I would love these when I am doing Keto! Saving for later! Thanks!
Angela says
Great, I hope you love them too! Great way to use up the abundance of lemons this time of year.
Tim says
Thanks for explaining what a "fat bomb" was as I had no idea. Interesting snack idea.
Angela says
Glad it helped and now you know!
Lisa says
THIS looks like a great treat for the keto. Diet
Angela says
It absolutely is!
Debbie says
Bet the fudge bombs are amazing too!
jody says
Looks really good thank you for sharing.
Katherine Wolfe says
I LOVE anything lemon!
Angela says
Me too and we have a ton this time of year on our tree.
heather J jandrue says
Wow, these are neat. I bet they taste amazing.
Angela says
They are creamy dreamy amazing!
Sandi says
Thanks for the great recipie.
Lisa says
We are huge cheesecake fans and this sounds so amazing, we can not wait to try!
Jennifer says
That's a way I hadn't seen for making cheesecake
Angela Sedlak | Mean Green Chef says
These look uber tasty, I love how quick you can whip them up and I LOVE lemon! Definitely trying, thanks so much for sharing 🙂
Angela says
You are welcome - I love lemon anything so if you love lemon these are for you.
Jill DeMasi says
Never tried a fat bomb. Looks delicious!
Jenna says
These look amazing!!! I'm going to make these as soon as we get home!
Brianna says
These look delicious and easy to make! I have got to try them!
Kate - Gluten Free Alchemist says
I'll be honest... I was a little sceptical of the title 'fat' bombs. But Keto diet or not, these sound delicious and I would happily eat the lot xx
Angela says
I have to hide them in the freezer or my daughter and husband will eat them all!
Sydney Delong says
Yummm yes please!!!
Suzan | It's My Sustainable Life says
YUM! What a great recipe to make with little ones just learning to cook!
KENDRA says
These look fantastic! I'm always looking for new fat bomb recipes to try! These are definitely up next!
Angela says
Cannot wait to hear what you think.
judean says
I have never heard of fat bombs so you can guess I don't do Keto. However, I do think these are great snacks for anyone!
Tiffany says
I love lemon - and have been snacking more and more keto so these are going to be a must try!
Christina Furnival says
Whoa these look good! Interesting how much cream cheese and butter is involved!
Noelle says
These sound delicious!
Liz DeFinnis says
This sounds yummy! I love lemon stuff and have to add this to my list of recipes to try out! Thank you for sharing!
Michelle says
These look so good!! They would be perfect for a quick summer treat.
Angela says
Yes even better in summer when you want something cool, refreshing, and sweet.
Michele Morin says
I know almost nothing about Keto, so this was a very informative post for me.
Angela says
Glad this post was helpful and you learned something new
Lisa says
I have never heard if a fat bomb... these look delicious.
Miz Helen says
This is great recipe for delicious Fat Bombs! Hope you are having a great week and thanks so much for sharing with us at Full Plate Thursday and come back to see us soon!
Miz Helen
Dee | Grammy's Grid says
Sounds good, I bet they are a bit sour, huh? Thanks so much for linking up with me at my #UnlimitedMonthlyLinkParty 10, open March 1 to 26. All entries shared on social media if share buttons installed. My party Bottle – 65 Words Writing Prompt Linkup is open March 10 to 20 for fun and creativity! Won’t you join me? And I’d like to invite you to my Themed Linkup 13 for Vegan Recipes open March 15 to 25 if you have any appropriate posts.
Tony says
Since I do not like chocolate and I like tart desserts, this has been my weight-loss life saver. I am 25 pounds from my goal weight!
Angela says
Congrats and keep at it. I am glad you love the fat bomb recipe.
Christy Lineback Rath says
These are sooooo good!