Keto Movie Snacks To Enjoy At Home Or In The Theater
Whether you're having a snuggled-in movie night at home or heading to the movie theater (post-pandemic, obviously), figuring out the best keto-friendly movie snacks doesn't have to be rocket science. You have a ton of deliciously scrumptious snack options to accommodate your ketogenic diet at your fingertips.
Some you can make yourself, others you can buy or order, but the twist? There are actually things AT THE MOVIE THEATER that you can grab in a pinch and still keep your keto diet macros in check.
Keto Movie Snacks To Make At Home
Low-Carb Yum has found a way to mix crunchy, spicy, and creamy without the carbs of a flour-based breading. Enjoy these cream cheese-based bite-sized fat bombs in no time flat on Netflix and Chill night.
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Peace Love and Low-Carb has done it again with these delicious bite-sized snacks. A few simple ingredients combined thoughtfully gives you a high-protein, low-carb snack that will keep you satisfied during your favorite flick. These are best enjoyed at home.
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Fritters don't have to be potato, corn, or white-flour-based. There are so many keto-friendly ingredients that can help you construct a gluten-free, high-fat snack filled with veggies. This recipe from The Keto Cookbook is one of them and is best fresh from the oven.
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If you need simple yet effective, this recipe is your ticket. Cauliflower is a keto staple, and this recipe gives it its due. Dress it up however you like, and feel free to dump these yummies in a keto-friendly dip too! Speaking of dip.
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Nachos are a staple movie-going food item, but just about every ingredient at the theater fails to reach the keto bar. Overly processed cheese and corn chips aren't quite it if your goal is low-carb-fueled weight loss. But don't worry, Jennifer Banz has you covered, and you can use that Copycat popcorn or anything that comes next to dunk into this delicious sauce. This one could get messy in a bag, so try it at home
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This single-ingredient keto-friendly snack is about as easy as it gets. Sure, you can simply snack on pepperoni straight from the bag, but if you're looking for some mid-movie crunch, why not toss them in the oven for a few minutes? Follow along with Wholesome Yum to learn the trick, and pack them in your bag for a night at the theater.
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If you thought you had to skip the popcorn as a keto dieter you were right. But this alternative by My Keto Kitchen will totally hit the spot, without busting your net-carb limit for the day. It's also a great stow-away for an in-theater treat
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My Oregon Kitchen figured out how to make a healthy snack inspired by Cheetos. If that's not alchemy, we don't now what is. This creative take on a snacking classic couldn't be more perfect for movie night. That's because they're so low-carb that you can eat the whole recipe if you get lost in the story and lose track of what you've eaten.
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#9 Microwavable Keto Cheese Crisps
Missing the smell of microwaved popcorn? These perfect keto cheese crisps over at My Recipes will hit the spot in more ways than one. All you need is a little parchment paper, cheese of your choice, and a microwave. Enjoy from home or at the theater.
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#10 Low-Carb Caramel "Popcorn"
For those looking for a crispy, sweet snack, look no further than Maria Mind Body Health. This recipe is a little bit more labor-intensive, but it's worth it, we promise. She even offers a couple of options for sugar alcohols and the various nutrition facts. Whether you use Swerve (erythritol) or xylitol, this sweet treat is perfect for a movie night on your low-carb diet.
Get the recipe here.
Store-Bought Snacks to Bring to the Movies
While it's easy enough to bring the last five snack recipes to the theater, it's easier still to grab something at the grocery store or from Amazon. These six snacks will satisfy whatever craving you can throw at the screen (just make sure you're not throwing tomatoes!)
#1 Paradise Green Crispy Broccoli
You will simply not believe how perfect a keto snack these bite-sized veggies are. Broccoli is naturally high-fiber and high-protein, and to top it off, the other two ingredients are palm oil (a healthy fat) and sea salt (perfect for your keto diet). Enjoy the whole bag of this vegan snack from a plush seat at the theater.
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#2 Dang Snack Pack
The best way to control your serving size is to get pre-portioned snacks that are ready-made. These savory coconut chips are perfect for your movie-going experience.
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#3 Garlic Parmesan Moon Cheese
The magicians over at Moon Cheese have created a new flavor that will have you forgetting that popcorn was even an option. These perfectly crunchy, crispy, savory, satisfying pops of cheesy goodness promise to make your taste buds sing while you're enjoying the big screen.
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#4 Epic Pork Cracklings
Epic offers every permutation of meat-based, paleo, and keto-friendly snack idea you could possibly imagine. But these pork cracklings take your average pork rind to a whole new level. With the tiniest touch of maple and coconut sugar as sweeteners, and a healthy dose of fat and protein, this sweet and savory treat won't kick you out of ketosis while still satisfying your sweet tooth.
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#5 Nature's Garden Keto Snack Mix
Combining the protein and fat of nuts, seeds, and cheese is the perfect way to create a natural keto snack. Mixed nuts, including almonds, macadamia nuts, and pecans offer a powerful punch of micronutrients too. This awesome combo also contains a touch of probiotic bacteria to keep your digestion at its best as you enjoy your new favorite flick at the theater.
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#6 Superfat Keto Cookies
With three flavors to choose from, Superfat gives you what you need for a sweet treat at the movies. Choose from chocolate chip, snickerdoodle, and peanut butter to enjoy a sweet treat that won't wreck your blood sugar.
Buy them here.
#7 KetoBars Sampler Pack
The KetoBars Sampler Pack contains all 4 delicious KetoBars flavors perfect for a movie night. Choose from Dark Chocolate Coconut Almond, Chocolate Peanut Butter, Mint Chocolate, and Chocolate Covered Strawberry and get your chocolate bar fix while staying keto!
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Keto Snacks You'll Find at the Movie Theater Counter
What could possibly work for the keto diet at the movie theater counter? Two points to consider: first, all sorts of commercial establishments are getting hip to the low-carb and healthy diet ideals that many movie-goers are seeking, and they don't want to miss out on the opportunity to sell to that crowd; and second, some of the original standards will actually work in a pinch!
#1 Hot Dog, Hold the Bun
Admittedly, hot dogs hardly qualify as healthy, but they do qualify as keto (even if lazy keto), and they'll work in a pinch for a special occasion night at the movies. Grab a hot dog and side of mustard (not ketchup), and get creative.
#2 Frito Pie, Hold the Fritos
Also known as chili, grab a spoon and enjoy this keto option as a special occasion treat. You'll stay within your macros and will certainly get some extra sodium, so keep your bottle of water with you to wash down the yum
#3 Dark Chocolate
While a bar of Hershey's dark chocolate probably won't cut it for the keto diet, there are a ton of movie theaters offering some great brands of 70% or higher dark chocolate. This is the perfect any-time snack, but at the theater, it will totally hit the spot when your friends are downing Milk Duds and Whoppers.
#4 Mixed Nuts or Trail Mix
A lot of theaters these days are offering mixed nuts or trail mix as the one healthy option at the snack counter. As a keto dieter, you can totally work with this. Mixed nuts are basically all good to go, and if the trail mix option has crackers or pretzels, you can pick those out during the previews.
Avoid the Pitfalls of Movie-Going
The biggest pitfall of snacking while watching is the risk of mindless eating. We briefly mentioned portion control, but it's worth mentioning again. Even if you're eating a totally keto-friendly treat, you don't want to overdo it if your goal in the end is weight loss. Be sure to pre-portion if you can possibly help it.
Another thing to consider is temptation. You might be tempted to skip the keto rules on a movie night and join in with friends on a monster bucket of popcorn. Do yourself a favor and skip standing at the counter. Ask a friend or your partner to grab your no-bun hot dog or other keto-friendly snack to avoid the impulse of grabbing that box of Sour Patch Kids or oversized cup of soda. Stick to what you know will work for you and focus on the movie!
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Toni Sicola
Toni is a wellness professional with a Master's in Integrative Health, is passionate about spreading health, happiness, and personal fulfillment to as many people as possible. She has a professional background in health and wellness, dietary supplements, and nutrition, and embarks every day to live a well, balanced, happy life.
Published: February 2, 2021
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