Not only is this keto high protein lemon pudding refreshing and creamy, it also contains only 11 grams of protein, 4 grams of carbohydrates and only 11 grams of fat per serving, and is dairy free. This Keto Lemon Pudding Recipe does not contain cottage cheese, protein powder, or almond flour!
Sugar-free keto lemon dessert made with scrambled eggs
Maybe you’ve seen my other sugar-free dessert puddings that use scrambled eggs as a protein source? There are chocolate egg pudding, vanilla egg pudding and banana egg pudding.
Looking for delicious, high protein snacks or light meals to support your middle-aged weight loss goals? Enjoying a high protein dessert is the perfect way to feel more satisfying than traditional puddings.
If you’re not a fan of cottage cheese, you’ll love this lemon pudding. It does not contain dairy or cottage cheese.
Why egg-quality proteins are important, especially in middle age
As you move around the perimenopausal and menopause, maintaining lean muscle mass is essential for metabolic health, hormonal balance, and long-term weight management.
Protein doesn’t just build muscle. It plays an important role in stabilizing blood sugar, regulating appetite, and supporting detoxifying pathways.
A great source of protein is eggs only for people who are on a keto diet or low-carb diet, but also for people who are in the middle age, menopause, or menopause.
Eggs and yolks in particular are one of the most nutritious bioavailable sources of available protein. They provide all nine essential amino acids, and more:
Choline is important for brain health, liver function, and fat metabolism, is important for fat metabolism vitamin D, which supports mood, immune, and hormone regulation B12 and folic acid, energy production and nervous system health lutein and zeaxanthin, antioxidants that protect eye health
Using both eggs and egg whites in this recipe will help you keep your egg yolk full nutritional profile (most of the vitamins and healthy fats present) my middle-aged macro fat cycling strategy and overall fat in medium.
Midlife Macro Method™
If you’re following my new Midlife Macro method or just looking for a delicious way to achieve your protein goals, this lemon protein pudding is a must-see. It is creamy and refreshing, and is made with six simple ingredients: lemon juice, eggs, egg whites, gelatin, coconut milk and a touch of sweetener.
Is the Midlife Macro method new? This is a flexible food approach I created to help middle-aged women lose weight without extreme dieting.
This is based on strategic macrocycling, which is most days high temperature protein, low carbohydrates, and medium fat, and is one deliberate day of maintenance each week to support hormones and metabolism.
Registrations are still open until kick off on July 30th, so if you haven’t already, you still have time to start a middle-aged reset with support and structure.
Gelatin exchanges for vegans or vegetarians
If you’re plant-based or vegetarian and want to enjoy this pudding, you can replace 1 teaspoon gelatin with ½ teaspoon agar powder.
Manual:
Dissolve the agar agar powder in coconut milk before heating. The mixture is gently boiled and simmered for 2-3 minutes to fully activate. Let it cool a little and then blend the remaining ingredients.
Note: Agar sets tighter than gelatin, so if you prefer a softer, more custard-like texture, you can start with just under 1½ tsp and adjust it based on your next preference.
Can I exchange coconut milk?
If this recipe doesn’t need to be dairy free, you can swap coconut milk for heavy cream.
Can I use Xanthan gum instead of gelatin?
For this particular recipe, we do not recommend swapping gelatin for xanthan gum.
Can I exchange coconut milk for almond milk?
You can trade coconut milk for unsweetened almond milk, but I haven’t tested this, so you might need a little more gelatin as coconut milk has more fat and helps to solidify the pudding.
Can I replace lemon stevia?
If you’re not a fan of using stevia, you can exchange it for a sugar-free sweetener that you like. These liquid sweetener options are recommended such as allilose and liquid monkfruit sweeteners.
Granular low carb sweeteners are not recommended. Low carb sweeteners may work.
Should I use fresh lemon juice?
If you don’t have fresh lemons on hand, you can exchange them for a very small amount of lemon extract, but they are strong and powerful so they are easy.
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Keto Lemon Cream Pie
Sugar-Free Low Carb Keto High Protein Lemon Pudding
Sugar-Free Low Carb Keto High Protein Lemon Pudding
It’s very quick and easy to make, but this lemon high protein pudding requires just 6 ingredients!
Serving: 3 Serving
calorie: 191kcal
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Pour lemon juice into a small bowl and sprinkle gelatin over the juice to bloom. Please put it aside.
Place beaten eggs and egg whites in a large non-stick frying pan over medium high heat. Scramble until cooked.
Place the scrambled eggs and white in a high-speed blender or food processor.
Blooms coconut milk, low-carb sweeteners and gelatin. Blend at high speed until smooth. Taste and adjust the sweetener if necessary.
Optional toppings. 1 teaspoon of lemon zest and canned coconut cream, or fresh berries if needed.
Storage: Place in an airtight container until ready to serve for up to 3 days.
Nutrition information does not include optional toppings.
Serving: 13/4 cup @ 3/4 cup | calorie: 191kcal | carbohydrates: 4g | protein: 18g | fat: 11g | Saturated fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated fat: 1g | January Saturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | cholesterol: 248mg | sodium: 248mg | potassium: 166mg | fiber: 1g | sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 1016iu | Vitamin C: 8mg | calcium: 42mg | iron: 3mg
