Make Ahead Keto Freezer Meals
Have you ever started a new diet, got all excited, lost a few pounds and then BAM! You have to work late or you just remembered that appointment your kid had and all your dinner plans go out the window. This is where keto freezer meals can be a life saver!
People often ask me if this recipe or that recipe can be frozen. I will say that most recipes can be frozen but some need might need a tweak or two for best results.
There’s no question that having some make ahead meals in your freezer can make a huge difference in your keto diet success.
So I’ve compiled a list here of recipes and ideas to make your hectic life easier with make ahead meal prep with low carb meals that are freezer friendly.
How to Freeze Those Keto Meals Best!
- Use bags and containers that are designated for the freezer for best results! I prefer glass containers myself, but on the other hand bags are easier to squeeze out the excess air. So I use a mix of glass containers and Ziploc Freezer bags.
- Allow the food to chill completely in the refrigerator before freezing. This makes for less ice crystals.
- For small items (like meatballs, chicken wings, keto cookies and fat bombs) freeze while spread out on a baking sheet, then transfer to a freezer bag once solid. This prevents the pieces from clumping.
- Try not to over crowd your freezer. I know, I know! But the more air flow the better!
- Label and date your food.
- Freeze in smaller portions when possible. This makes foods freeze faster and reduces the need to thaw more food than needed.
- Take a good look inside your freezer whenever you are about to go grocery shopping. You will probably shorten your grocery list!
Keto Freezer Meals for Breakfast and Snacks
Freezer Meals for Keto Breakfast
For me mornings were often way more hectic than dinners, trying to get kids up and ready for school, get myself ready for work. Grab and go breakfasts were often the only way!
Keto Cream Cheese Muffins AKA Magic Muffins!
The ever versatile keto cream cheese muffins have been a staple in my Keto journey. Family friendly, can be made sweet or savory and freeze very well. Grab a couple to bring to work!
Keto Spinach Feta Egg Muffins
These grab & go spinach feta egg muffins are the perfect low carb breakfast alternative to Starbucks! Bring your coffee and muffin along with your morning commute!
Oven Cooked Bacon Recipe Perfect and Crisp!
Make a whole tray or two of crispy oven bacon and keep some in the freezer! Crisp them up on a paper towel in the microwave!
Keto Bisquick Zucchini Bake
A delicious combination of zucchini, onion, bacon and cheese, your family will gobble up every bite! Make extra in the summer when zucchini is plentiful and freeze portions to have on hand for busy days.
Keto Carnivore Waffles
This batter can be used to make either waffles or a loaf of bread and both can be made ahead and frozen.
Egg Fast Pumpkin Spice Muffins
These simple dairy free pumpkin spice muffins freeze well if you freeze them without the icing. You can always add the sweetened cream cheese frosting later. Perfect egg fast meal prep item and these are great for regular low carb and keto too!
Keto Freezer Meals for Dinner
Making extra food to have during a busy work week is always a good idea! Doubling a recipe is never double the work and you are saving time on another night! Below is a list of ways to make your week nights easier! When I was a kid, leftover cabbage rolls were a hot commodity! These even taste better as leftovers and they freeze extremely well! This is one of the most popular soups on my blog and it freezes very well. Just leave off the grated cheese until ready to serve. Add some Keto buns or Chaffles and dinner is done! This stew freezes very well and it's easy to double this up. Or just freeze leftovers for another meal. You could do this one 2 ways! Either use any leftover beef to quickly put together the beef stroganoff or make it from scratch and freeze leftovers! Even those noodles can be frozen ahead, see next recipe! If you've got a batch of these Keto Past Noodles in your freezer your dinner possibilities are endless! Toss with a quick meat sauce, top with parmesan and dinner! Throw into a quick soup, have fun! Not only is this soup delicious and flavorful, you can use leftover chicken to make it fast in the Instant Pot. OR you can make it in a slow cooker and the leftovers freeze very well! What is life without a little sweetness? I've been doing this a long time and trust me, there will be day when a true 'sweet' emergency arrives. Keep some backup in the freezer for when the need hits and you can stay true to your keto plan! I was so happy to discover that this cheesecake freezes very well. I usually top it with unsweetened whipped cream, cut into 8-10 slices and freeze them for cheesecake emergencies! This is an old post on my blog but these freeze well and satisfy that 'I just need a bite of chocolate!' craving! I LOVE these! My Mom always had a coffee cake in the freezer for those unexpected drop in guests. Now you can too! Serve this Keto Lemon Blueberry coffee cake with a steaming cup of hot coffee. I am one of those weirdos that get lemon cravings. These are perfect little bits you can keep in the freezer for those moments!Keto Freezer Meals for Dinner
Easy Keto Cabbage Rolls Better Than My Russian Grandmother's!
Keto Sausage Soup with Peppers and Spinach
Keto Irish Stew with Lamb and Vegetables
Easy Keto Beef Stroganoff
Keto Pasta Noodles You MUST Try! Carnivore Version Too!
Instant Pot Coconut Curry Chicken Soup - Keto, Low Carb, Gluten Free
Keto Sweets that can be Frozen
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