All you ever wanted to know about how to bake for the keto diet. Tips, tricks, best practices, and over 150+ delicious low carb recipes. This is my best cookbook yet!
Finally. Finally finally I get to officially announce my new cookbook, The Ultimate Guide to Keto Baking. I am over the moon here, people!
Now, chances are you’ve already seen me mention this new book, either here on the blog or on social media. And possibly you’ve even pre-ordered it already. Many thanks if you have!
But I’ve held off on the official announcement because I didn’t have a cover to show you. And nothing makes you want to purchase a cookbook like a gorgeous cover. Well this cover is Gorgeous with a capital G and I love it. And in case you’re wondering, the cover photo features my Keto Yellow Birthday Cake, replete with sugar-free sprinkles.
This, my friends, is the cookbook I’ve always wanted to write. I just didn’t know I wanted to write it until my publisher gave it the green light.
Dairy-Free Chocolate Mayonnaise Cake
Think you have to give up baking on the keto diet?
Uh, that would be a firm NO. And this cookbook proves it beyond a shadow of a doubt.
If you’re like me, you love to bake. It’s your thing, it’s part of your identity, and nothing gives you greater pleasure. But, like me again, you may have thought that part of your life was over when you decided to go low carb or keto. I know that feeling, I was there too.
Stop me if you’ve heard this story but I actually sat on my kitchen floor and cried when I realized that a very low carb diet was my best hope for staying healthy and keeping diabetes at bay. I can remember it all so vividly, and I cried like a baby. Because I thought my favorite hobby was a thing of the past.
But you know how the story ends. Here I am, almost 10 years in, and I bake keto-style almost every day. Cookies, cakes, breads, muffins, crackers, you name it. I have thousands upon thousands of keto baking recipes and millions more ideas; more than I could possibly execute in a single life time.
This Keto Baking Book is Everything!
I thought this book would be a breeze to write, because I have 9+ years of experience under my belt and I have pioneered many of the keto baking methods that other bloggers and cookbook authors use today.
Therein lies the problem, however. It’s very hard to take all the knowledge that’s in my head and put it down on paper in a coherent fashion. This turned out to be a beast of a book and I wrestled with that beast for many months. I finally conquered said beast but I have to give a shout out to the amazing editorial staff over at Victory Belt for helping me clarify and clean up my ideas.
The Ultimate Guide to Keto Baking is much more than a cookbook. It truly is a guidebook, designed to give you the best information and tips on how to bake with keto ingredients. For the baking nerds among us (that would be me!), I even delved into the science behind sugar-free and grain-free baking.
By pouring all of my knowledge into this book, I hope to give you the confidence to strike out on your own. So that you can come up with your own keto baking creations. So that, like me, you can look at a high carb recipe and begin to understand what it might take to re-make it into something you can enjoy on the keto diet.
Not just another Keto Dessert Book
Okay fine, there are a lot of desserts in this book. A LOT! But baking isn’t just about the sweets, so rest assured that I included breads, muffins, crackers…even pizza!
It’s an incredibly wide range of keto baked goods that challenged my boundaries and I am immensely proud of the outcome. I took it upon myself to play with some new and different ingredients, such as lupin flour. I also tested out pretty much every keto sweetener on the market, simply so I could speak knowledgeably and guide you as to their best properties and uses.
I also included plenty of dairy-free recipes or dairy-free options for many of the recipes. I specifically had one dairy-free recipe tester try them out, so I could accommodate as many dietary needs as possible. I tried to develop a number of nut-free recipes too.
I love them all but let me tell you about a few that I’m really excited about:
- New York Crumb Cake
- Cream Cheese Cut Out Cookies
- Dairy Free Flan
- Sausage and Broccoli Calzone
- Tres Leches Cake
- French Canadian Tourtiere
- Rosemary Olive Oil Bread
- Dairy Free Peppermint Patty Brownies
- Cowboy Cookies
- Ricotta Cheesecake
- Maple Glazed Donuts
The Ultimate Guide to Keto Baking officially releases on December 3rd (just in time for the holidays!) but it’s available for pre-order now for less than $25. If you love baking and you want to enjoy it on the keto diet, this is the book for you!
And stay tuned because there are going to more sneak peeks, giveaways, and lots of fun stuff as we approach the release.
Sandy Sanger says
Pre ordered looking forward to it
Carolyn says
Thank you!
TheaMaria says
This looks beautiful, Carolyn! Kudos to you for all your hard work. I look forward to reading about the science. Thanks so much for all you’ve done for this community. Hugs!
Carolyn says
Thanks so much.
Barbara Sittner says
I love love LOVE your books and just pre-ordered your new one. I would also love to learn how to take my family baking recipes and convert them to keto. If you could give me the science behind that, I would love to be able to try some of my mother’s oldies.
Carolyn says
I do believe that some of the science and technique in this book will help you re-think your old faves and maybe apply what you learn so you can make them over. That was my goal!
Pateicia says
I’m new to Keto and I’ve lost 53 lbs by changing to the Keto life style. I love to bake and cook and I’m pretty good at it. However; I don’t like the grittiness of almond flour in my bake goods. I don’t mind coconut flour but just coconut flour is so hard to manipulate into recipes. Any suggestions or recipes just using coconut flour. By the way, love your recipes.
Carolyn says
What brand of almond flour are you using? I experience no grittiness.
Lori B says
If this book is half as fantastic as your others and your recipes I grab off this website, then it will be PHENOMENAL! You have changed my life by giving me options I didn’t think existed. Your recipes are integral to my life and happiness and I am super appreciative of what you do. Keep those creative juices flowing and know that you have a fan in me! THANK YOU!!
Carolyn says
Thanks, Lori!
Pam Masterd says
Absolutely true!!! Options!!! So many options! And all delicious.
Diane says
You had me at Cowboy Cookies!! I’m in….CONGRATULATIONS…now take it easy a bit and bask in the afterglow!!
Carolyn says
Yay! They were really good. 🙂
Marla says
Yay! Can’t wait to see it! Thank you for all of your hard work in putting it together!
Carolyn says
Thanks, Marla!
Kerry says
Hey, that’s my birthday! What a birthday present! 🙂
Cindy Burke says
Just preordered your new book!
Carolyn says
Thank you so much!
Toni says
Congratulations! It must feel so good to get to announce this. I’ve pre-ordered and can’t wait to get it.
Debra Bell says
Thank you so much for all your wonderful recipes. I am a baker at heart and without your wonderful recipes, I think I might have given up on staying keto. I made the ding dong cake last night and it was so relaxing for me to be in the kitchen creating beautiful desserts again. I look forward to this new book to further help me make some family favorites fit in with the Keto WOE.
Carolyn says
I’m so glad to hear it!
Joan says
You are the QUEEN! I am so looking forward to owning this latest cookbook. Thank you for sharing with the rest of us. I too cried like a baby thinking of all the family recipes that I could no longer eat. I have learned so much from you.
Carolyn says
Thank you, Joan. At least I wasn’t the only one crying 😉
Sue Hale Hayes says
My Physician is Thrilled for Everyone to have Options Esting Low Carb or Keto. Thank You Dearly. Saving Lives One Recipe at a Time…✌🏻❤️
Carolyn says
Thanks, Sue!
Molly G says
I just preordered this cookbook and I couldn’t be more excited! I just started my Keto journey and like you, I consider being a baker part of my identity. It’s been really hard to consider giving up my favorite way to de-stress, relax and spoil the people I love most. I’m looking forward to this book to help me redefine myself as a Keto baker! Dec 3rd can’t come soon enough!
Carolyn says
Thank you so much!
Mary says
Yes!!! I’ve preordered your new cookbook! I still bake for family and a small side business for others but love when I can treat myself to a healthy baked item too. I’ve been recommending you quite a bit! Truly enjoy and trust your baking/cooking style! Congratulations!!!
Carolyn says
Thanks so much, Mary! I’m so looking forward to the release of this one. It’s like my baby.
Gail says
The book looks AWESOME Carolyn! I have all your cookbooks and dearly love them….such wonderful recipes in them! I can’t wait to get my hands on this big Keto baking cookbook! I know it will be a true masterpiece! Thank you for all your hard work…you are much appreciated! Congratulations!! 👏😊💕
Sarah G. says
I’m always just in awe of your incredible creativity and passion! It’s so fun to follow along with you to see what’s next. I’m never disappointed, and always excited to see what *I* can make. I’ve made so many things I’d never attempted before. This book is the most exciting to look forward to. Cannot wait! Congratulations!
Debra Davis says
I pre-ordered weeks ago! I can’t wait for this one. I own all of your books. I feel that we are kindred spirits! I also loved baking, and then the type 2 diabetes took my hobby away. Or so I thought, until I found your blog and cookbooks. My husband thinks I am a kitchen magician, and I owe it all to you Carolyn. I have been eating keto and baking for almost three years now.
Carolyn says
That’s so great to hear, Debra!
Lyne Maillet says
Can’t wait to be available in Montreal, Canada. I love your books. Sometimes friends want to borrow them but I can’t live without them! So It’s always a no!!! They’re all worth it!
Carolyn says
Thank you! I am sure it will be out on Indigo.com soon. Or in stores on Dec. 3rd.
Brenda says
A few months back I said to myself I wish Carolyn would do a book just on baking. My wish has come true!
Thank you!
Carolyn says
Yay!
Robyn says
Congratulations! Your cookbook sounds wonderful! You go girl! 💗
Ruth Johnson says
I can only say thank you. I was a diabetic and 6 years ago went off meds and eating Keto. Baking was a challenge that I lost and gave into sugar and grains. Slowly I am conquering that devil to my body. Thank you for your dedication to health and happiness. With baking even my husband is coming around.
Ruth
Carolyn says
So glad to hear it!
Pam says
I have preordered the book. I have made a number of your recipes . They are delicious.
Carolyn says
Thanks so much!
Michaela says
Congratulations! Just pre-ordered, this will be a great holiday gift (to myself)!!
Carolyn says
Thank you!
jillian says
In my cart! I love your work and dedication and have been a fan for a long time. You have changed the lives//made better.. of countless people. All of your books are my friends and cheer me up. Thanks!
Christina says
Pre-ordered mine today. It’s going to be so hard waiting until December!!! Thanks for all you do!
Carolyn says
Thank you!
Kathi says
I am so happy you’ve done a book that includes the science of sugar-free, non-grain baking. My copy is already on order. I’m hoping the recipes will be given in weights as well as volume since (1) weight is more accurate, and more importantly (2) I’m lazy and don’t like to have to volume measure things and then clean the cups & spoons. My work-around is this: on the outside of the bags or jars of my baking ingredients I’ve written “1 cup = xx grams). Anyway, I am so very happy for your success and so appreciative that you enjoy creating tasty recipes and sharing them with us.
Carolyn says
It has a full metric equivalency chart for most of the main ingredients in the back of the book.
Kathi says
Awesome! Thank you. -K
LIRAZ says
HI CAROLYN !
I AM FROM ISRAEL. I HAVE YOUR COOKBOOK EASY KETO DESSERT. I JAVE PRE ORDER THE NEW BOOK. I HAVE A QUESTIONS: 1. DO YOU MAKE ALL BAKE GOODS FOR YOUR HUSBEND ANT CHILDREN A KETO? I HAVE 4 CHILDREN AND I AM NOT ALWAYS MAKE ALL MY CAKE LOW CARB.SOMETIME I COMBIN REGULAR FLOUR WITH ALMOND FLOUR.IN MY COUNTRY I CANT FIND BOBS RED MILL ALMOND FLOUR JUST BLENCH ALMOND FLOUR. AND THE SWEETNER IS REGULAR ERYTRYTOL AND SUCLALOS AND STEVIA AND NOT SWEERVE. AND TO BUY THEM FROM I HERB OY AMAZON IS VERY VERY PRICY. SO IF I BUY YOUR BOOK AND NOT HAVE ON HAND THE SAME INGRIDIENS IT WILL BY OK?
3. I NEES FROM YOU A HELP. MY LITTLE DOUGHTER HAVE A BIRTHEY SOON.SHE WANRS A PRINCESS CAKE. SO I BOUGHT FROM AMAZON THE ROSSANA PANSSINO PRINCESS CAKE PAN. THE RECIPE THAT FEET TOUSE PAN IS: 5 1/4 CUPS CAKE FLOUR, 3.5 CUPS SUGAR ‘, VANILLA EXTRAC , 7 EGGS, 1 TABS BAKING POWDER, 1 CUP MELTED BUTTER .1 CUP MILK , 3/4 CUP BUTTER MILK. THE AMOUNT IS FOR 3 PANS. HOW I CAN MAKE IT LOW CARB ? I WILL BE VERY HAPPY IF YOU COULD HELP MY WUTH THIS. I ASK YOU IN THE CONTACT MY. BUT YOU SAY THAT IT COULD THAKE YOU SEVERAL WEEKS TO ANSWER.SO I ASK YOU HERE.
THANT YOU SO SO MUCH CAROLYN.
J White says
Hi, I love your recipes!
With the new cookbook – do you provide details for Trim Healthy Mamas?
It won’t stop me purchasing the book, always looking for new recipes!
Carolyn says
I just do low carb/keto. Many of them are THM S recipes, though.
vicki w says
just received this book and made the peppermint patty brownies. a little work for a big reward! we loved them they are dangerously delicious. my husband is diabetic and couldn’t believe he could eat these as they are so decadent. cant’t wait to test more recipes from this book. thank you
Carolyn says
I am so glad you liked them!
Sinda says
I was wondering if there are recipes that use other flour besides almond? I have family that are allergic to almonds. I really want to make low carb desserts and your book was recommended.
Carolyn says
Hi Sinda. My book has tons and tons of nut-free recipes and nut-free options. Even for the recipes made with almond flour, I give other suggestions such as sunflower seed flour or the use of other nut flours like pecans.