Ketogenic Diet Recipes
Ketogenic recipes used for difficult to treat seizures. Children with seizures from infancy through the adult years may be helped by the diet.
All of our recipes are Ketogenic Diet approved. Most are Gluten-free but we also feature Casein-free or Gluten and Casein-free recipes.
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Sunday, 12 May 2013 21:34
Basil Pesto
The Charlie Foundation is pleased to present this Ketogenic Diet approved recipe with the collaboration of our partner site ketocook.com Basil Pesto Ingredients : 114g or 1 large 4oz package fresh basil 75g or 1/3 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice, pulp and seeds removed 38g or 1/4 rounded cup whole unsalted macadamia nuts 25g or 1/4 level cup…
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Monday, 18 February 2013 12:50
Mock Chili Corn Chips Featured
The Charlie Foundation is pleased to present this Ketogenic Diet approved recipe with the collaboration of our partner site ketocook.com Moch Chili Corn Chips (403 calories) Ingredients : 2:1 Ratio 39g RAW yellow summer squash, grated or shredded 20g cheddar cheese, grated (Tillamook Medium Cheddar used for this calculation) 15g macadamia nuts, crushed small 1.5g chili powder salt/pepper…
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Monday, 18 February 2013 12:42
Spinach & Flax Microwave Muffin Featured
The Charlie Foundation is pleased to present this Ketogenic Diet approved recipe with the collaboration of our partner site ketocook.com Spinach & Flax Microwave Muffin (403 calories) Ingredients : 4:1 Ratio 50g raw egg, mix well 22g oil (olive works well) 13g flaxseed meal 11g RAW baby spinach, chopped small 1g baking powder 1g baking soda salt/pepper 10g…
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Friday, 16 November 2012 16:15
Brussels Sprouts Featured
The Charlie Foundation is pleased to present this Ketogenic Diet approved recipe with the collaboration of our partner site ketocook.com Brussels Sprouts (100 calories) Ingredients : 3:1 Ratio 23g Brussels sprouts, cooked 5g bacon, Applegate Farms Sunday Bacon 9.5g butter Directions: Peel the outer leaves off fresh brussels sprouts. Cut them into quarters. Steam them until fork tender.…
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Friday, 16 November 2012 16:12
Stuffing Featured
The Charlie Foundation is pleased to present this Ketogenic Diet approved recipe with the collaboration of our partner site ketocook.com Stuffing (103 calories) Ingredients : Bread - 3:1 Ratio 8g raw egg, mixed well 6g olive oil 4g water 3g coconut flour 1g psyllium husks, whole or powdered 0.2g baking powder 0.2g baking soda pinch of salt Mixture…
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Friday, 16 November 2012 15:54
Vanilla Celery Root Puree Featured
The Charlie Foundation is pleased to present this Ketogenic Diet approved recipe with the collaboration of our partner site ketocook.com Vanilla Celery Root Puree (101 calories) Ingredients : 3:1 Ratio 29g Celery Root 14g 40% heavy cream 5g butter small scraping of a fresh vanilla bean Directions: Cut the skin off the celery root and dice the white…
Friday, 16 November 2012 14:15
Turkey & Gravy Featured
The Charlie Foundation is pleased to present this Ketogenic Diet approved recipe with the collaboration of our partner site ketocook.com Turkey & Gravy (204 calories) Ingredients : 3:1 Ratio 43g Chicken Broth, Imagine organic 10g olive oil 10g butter 1g coconut flour Pepper 20g cooked turkey breast 3:1 Ratio Xanthan gum version (Same directions with xanthan gum in…
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Thursday, 15 November 2012 13:21
Cran Strawberry Sauce Featured
The Charlie Foundation is pleased to present this Ketogenic Diet approved recipe with the collaboration of our partner site ketocook.com Cran Strawberry Sauce (101 calories) Ingredients : 3:1 Ratio 22g fresh strawberries 22g fresh cranberries 12g butter 20g water sweetener of choice Directions: Chop the strawberries and cranberries in half. Put the berries, water, butter and sweetener in…
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Tuesday, 13 November 2012 14:49
Buttercream Frosting Featured
The Charlie Foundation is pleased to present this Ketogenic Diet approved recipe with the collaboration of our partner site ketocook.com Buttercream Frosting (949 calories, 28.64g protein, 1.69g carbohydrate) Ingredients : 3:1 Ratio 113g unsalted butter 31g whey protein isolate powder, NOW Foods brand 50g water 4g pure extract, any flavor sweetener of your choice tiny pinch of salt…
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Friday, 28 September 2012 12:51
High Fiber Rolls Featured
The Charlie Foundation is pleased to present this Ketogenic Diet approved recipe that was especially prepared for the Family Day event of our 3rd Symposium with the collaboration of our partner site ketocook.com High Fiber Rolls Ingredients (makes 4 rolls): 4:1 Ratio 13g flax meal 12g whole psylium husks 1g baking powder 1g baking soda pinch of salt…
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Monday, 27 August 2012 12:10
Spinach Bites Featured
The Charlie Foundation is pleased to present the third in a series of Ketogenic Diet approved recipes with the collaboration of our partner site ketocook.com. Spinach Bites (285 Calories, 3.5.1 Ratio) This is the tastiest way to serve spinach that I have found yet… No one in my house is a spinach lover and these were gobbled right…
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Monday, 27 August 2012 11:21
Basic Muffins Featured
The Charlie Foundation is pleased to present the second in a series of Ketogenic Diet approved recipes with the collaboration of our partner site ketocook.com. Basic Muffins This “simple” muffin recipe was not really that simple at all! It took me 3 days and 5 batches to come up with this version which is by far the best…
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Monday, 13 August 2012 07:16
Hamburger on a Stick & Broccoli-Slaw Featured
The Charlie Foundation is pleased to present the first in a series of Ketogenic Diet approved recipes with the collaboration of our partner site ketocook.com. Forget the buns! Serve food on a stick, it usually goes over well with kids and adults alike. This is a typical grilled hamburger, deconstructed and put on a stick. It has all…
Wednesday, 06 July 2011 15:55
All-in-one Banana Nut Chocolate Chip Muffin
All-in-one Banana Nut Chocolate Chip Muffin From Laura Rohrbaugh, mom to Cadence (on diet since 4/2008, seizure-free since 5/2008) .... After being on the diet 3+ years and developing lots of recipes through trial and error, I hit on one that's just too good not to share. My mission in creating this recipe was to develop a moist cake muffin…
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Sunday, 06 February 2011 19:04
Almond Crackers
Almond Crackers This is a simple 4 ingredient cracker recipe submitted by Nevin's mom (see Keto Kids). The crackers are crisp and mild in flavor and taste great with a spread or dip. Nevin likes these with a spread made of cream cheese, butter, dash of cinnamon and 2 drops of carb-free sweetener. She also eats these with a mixture…
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Sunday, 06 February 2011 19:04
Chicken Nuggets
Chicken Nuggets A light batter turns chicken into a tasty finger food. Once prepared, the nuggets can be dipped in mayonnase (with a pinch of dill weed as shown here) or a mixture of mayonnaise and a low carb salad dressing. Kids will love these golden nuggets. Quantities are provided to demonstrate the approximate proportion of ingredients. This recipe was…
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Sunday, 06 February 2011 19:04
Oopsie Rolls
Oopsie Rolls A great pita-type bread for making sandwiches or wraps. This recipe makes six - 5" diameter flat rolls as shown in the picture. Each are approximately 84 calories with 4gm of protein, 0.7gm of carbohydrate and 7gm of fat. The precise values are listed in KetoCalculator under the Fat category. Splenda adds 0.5gm of carbohydrate to the entire…
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Sunday, 06 February 2011 19:04
Squash Curry Soup
Squash Curry Soup Butternut squash is a mild-tasting vegetable that is rich in Vitamin A and popular among kids. This flavorful combination tastes great warm or cold. Calculate this recipe to the desired ratio using about the same amount of coconut milk as squash; 1gm of Curry Powder per serving (2gm for stronger flavor); and 5-15gm of raw onion per…
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Sunday, 06 February 2011 19:04
Baked Spinach Souffle
Baked Spinach Souffle This is a simple healthy casserole that can be doubled or trippled for future meals. The ingredients may varied for different flavors and nutritional goals. Chicken, cheese or fish may be added more protein. The amount of spinach should be roughly twice the amount of cream. Raw mixed eggs bind all the ingredients; use at least 1/4…
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Sunday, 06 February 2011 19:04
April's Kolacky Cookies
April's Kolacky Cookies Kolackys are small, fruit filled pastries of Eastern European origin. This recipe was submitted by April Runge. She adapted the traditional Kolachy recipe to a keto snack and sometimes varies it to include mashed sweetened blueberries or Walden's Fruit Spread as fillings. She also suggests dipping part of the cookie into a chocolate sauce made of cocoa…
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Sunday, 06 February 2011 19:04
Muffin in a Mug
Muffin in a Mug This unique muffin can be prepared and cooked in a coffee mug. Flaxseed, the main ingredient, is high in fiber and Omega-3 fatty acids. You can eat it with a spoon or slice the muffin and toast it. The recipe provides 370 Calories, 2 grams of Carbohydrate and a 3:1 ratio but can be adjusted for…
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Sunday, 06 February 2011 19:04
Chocolate Brownies
Chocolate Brownies This is a soft, cake-like brownie that is mildy sweet. A brownie may be incorporated into a meal or snack. Afer baking, cut brownies into 10 pieces which results in a final weight of 21gm each containing 100 Calories with 1gm carbohydrate and a 3:1 ratio. You will find the precise values listed in KetoCalculator as a food…
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Sunday, 06 February 2011 19:04
Pancakes
Pancakes A tasty stack of Silver Dollar Pancakes. This simple 3 ingredient recipe uses ground macademia nuts instead of flour. Chopped blueberries, peaches or pecans will make these even tastier. Pancakes can be frozen and reheated easily in the toaster oven or microwave. Top pancakes with whipped cream and or butter. Syrup choices include Walden Farms Sugar-free Pancake Syrup (listed…
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Sunday, 06 February 2011 19:04
Indian Butter Chicken
Indian Butter Chicken This is a flavorful combination of vegetables and spices,a popular dish at Indian restaurants. If you google this recipe, you will find many variations of spices and ingredients. The recipe shown here is very mild tasting which is especially good for children who are not accustomed to spicy foods. The gram weights are provided to reveal the…
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Sunday, 06 February 2011 19:04
Baked Parmesan Onions
Baked Parmesan Onions (Notation: casein-free if oil or ghee is used in place of butter) This is a delicious recipe that you can make for the entire family. Onions are high in antixodiants which help to protect our cells from free radical damage. Onions are also low in carbohydrate. Fresh parmesan cheese makes this taste especially gourmet! Ingredients: Onions Butter,…
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Sunday, 06 February 2011 19:04
Zucchini & Tomatoes Au Gratin
Zucchini & Tomatoes Au Gratin This tasty vegetable dish is sauteed in olive oil making it rich in monounsaturated fat. Be sure to make enough for the whole family. Ingredients: Zucchini - small sized, cut into very thin slices Tomatoes - chopped Onions - finely chopped Olive oil Parmesan cheese Optional - Salt Directions: Calculate ingredients to meal requirement. Sauté…
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Sunday, 06 February 2011 19:04
Ice cream
Ice cream Heavy whipping cream is the main ingredient in premium ice cream. Ketogenic ice cream can be made from a simple recipe of heavy cream plus fruit, nuts or cocoa powder. Shown here are blueberry and strawberry ice cream. These were prepared by mixing crushed fruit into whipped cream then freezing for 15 minutes. The chocolate version is heavy…
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Sunday, 06 February 2011 19:04
Pepperoni Pizzas
Pepperoni Pizzas These mini pizzas are simple enough to make just minutes before mealtime. Hormel and Usinger are 2 brands that make a large sized pepperoni shown here. Make a double batch and refrigerate for future meals. They taste good cold too! Look for "Pepperoni Pizza" in the Standard Meal list in KetoCalculator. Ingredients: Pepperoni - Hormel Original - Giant…
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Sunday, 06 February 2011 19:04
Greek Style Chop Salad
Greek Style Chop Salad This is another colorful nutritious salad. Olives are high in antixoidants, particularly polyphenols which can help the immune system. Olives and olive oils are both high in monounsaturated fats which act to prevent cholesterol from sticking to arteries. If you travel to Mediteranean countries, you will see olive oil poured over many different foods. Select this…
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Sunday, 06 February 2011 19:04
Scott's Spicy Italian Dish
Scott's Spicy Italian Dish This recipe was submitted by Scott's mom, Fay Lafrage. This spicy and aromatic combination will lure the entire household into the kitchen. There are multiple ingredients in this recipe that enhance it's flavor. One or two of the higher carbohydrate items can be eliminated to accomodate higher ketogenic ratios (pineapple and tomato sauce). Ingredients: Pepperoni -…
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Sunday, 06 February 2011 19:04
Spaghetti Squash
Spaghetti Squash (casein-free if oil or ghee is used in place of butter) Spaghetti squash is a good alternative to pasta, potatoes, or rice. Rather blimp shaped, the skin is a cream white to golden yellow and the orange flesh is very fibrous and stringy. After purchasing this squash you can store it whole at room temperature up to 3…
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Sunday, 06 February 2011 19:04
Teriyaki Turkey Wraps
Teriyaki Turkey Wraps This is a recipe adopted from a popular appetizer served in Asian Fusion restaurants. It can be prepared as a complete meal or as a snack. The Teriyaki sauce flavor is made from a base of soy sauce that you can sweeten with a carbohydrate-free sweetener or a calculated amount of Agave Nectar. Agave Nectar is 100%…
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Sunday, 06 February 2011 19:04
Chicken Vegetable Soup
Chicken Vegetable Soup Variations of chicken soup recipes were submitted by several readers and were combined into a base recipe that can be easily modified. Soups are a great way to introduce vegetables to children who are not accustomed to eating them since they are more mellow tasting after simmering in broth. A pinch of a dried herb may be…
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Sunday, 06 February 2011 19:04
The Avocado
Avocados Avocados are the perfect food for the ketogenic diet. They are rich in monounsaturated fat and very low in carbohydrate. Avocados also have 60% more potassium than bananas. They are also a great source of B vitamins, as well as vitamin E and vitamin K. They have the highest fiber content of any fruit. There's evidence to show that…
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Sunday, 06 February 2011 19:04
Veggies with Dip
Veggies with Dip Raw vegetables such as green peppers, tomatoes, carrots and onions are full of nutrients, antioxidants and are also excellent sources of fiber. Mayonnaise can be seasoned with a pinch of Dill Weed or flavored with a commercial salad dressing for variations in taste. This may prepared as a snack or part of a meal. Check out the…
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Sunday, 06 February 2011 19:04
Garden Salad with Vinaigrette Dressing
Garden Salad with Vinaigrette Dressing Salads are a healthy, high-fiber meals and as simple as 2 ingredients. This salad meal combines several vegetables with a tangy vinaigrette dressing. Hard cooked eggs and pecans provide protein; onions and tomatoes provide a rich contrast of flavor and are contain many nutrients. Avocados are one of the most nutrient dense foods as well…
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Sunday, 06 February 2011 19:04
Keto Cereal
Keto Cereal (Notation: gluten-free if Fiber One is eliminated. Fiber One contains Aspartame) This high-fiber cereal combination is a quick healthy alternative to typical keto meals. It makes a great snack too! Ingredients: Cereal, Fiber One (General Mills) Macadamia nuts (dry roasted with salt) - chopped Pecans - chopped Coconut - dried, shredded - unsweetened Almond Breeze (non-dairy beverage) unsweetened…
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Sunday, 06 February 2011 19:04
Crepes with Whipped Cream
Crepes with Whipped Cream Crêpes are a versatile food that may be served at any meal of the day. They may be topped with butter or filled with a variety of fillings such as whipped cream with fruit, tuna salad, and cheese sauce. A crêpe batter is similar to that of a North American pancake batter but much thinner. To…
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Sunday, 06 February 2011 19:04
Cheese Omelet
Cheese Omelet Omelets are an easy, high-protein, low-carbohydrate meal that can be modified with many different ingredients. The heavy cream makes these especially fluffy. People who are limiting their cholesterol intake can adjust the recipe to include mostly egg whites or a low-cholesterol liquid egg product. Optional ingredients: avocado, onions, peppers, mushrooms, tomatoes, spinach. When including raw vegetables, stir-fry them…
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Sunday, 06 February 2011 19:04
Stir Fry with Noodles
Stir Fry with Noodles A stir fry dish with your choice of beef, pork, or poultry. Ingredients: Vegetable oil such as olive, canola or soybean Raw vegetables: red peppers, broccoli, mushrooms Cooked: sliced beef, pork or poultry 1 gm Bouillon, Wylers Instant-Beef or Chicken granules Water— use about half the volume of the vegetables (optional) Garlic Powder Traditional Shirataki Angel…
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Sunday, 06 February 2011 19:04
Cheesecake
Cheesecake Ketogenic cheesecake is a versatile recipe that can be used for birthdays and other celebrations. It also serves as a convenience meal; it can be made ahead and frozen, then thawed overnight for a simple breakfast. The cheesecake can be garnished with fruit and whipped cream. As a rule of thumb, calculate approximately 10g of raw, mixed egg for…
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Sunday, 06 February 2011 19:03
Flax Bread
Flax Bread The low carb flax bread recipe below contains less than 2gm of carbohydrate per 30gm slice. This bread has a nutty flavor and resembles a whole grain bread. It can be thinly sliced for sandwiches. It can also be toasted. Calculate this bread into a meal or snack in KetoCalculator – Fat Category under ”Flax Bread”: www.ketocalculator.com. Flax…
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Sunday, 06 February 2011 19:03
Mac-N-Cheese
Mac'n Cheese The following recipe is a simple combination of heavy cream and cheese to create one of America’s favorite comfort foods. The amount of cream should be about equal or a little more than the amount of cheese. Use this guide to create this tasty dish for your child’s diet in KetoCalculator. Miracle Noodles are very low in carbohydrate…
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