The Best Crunchy Keto Snacks for Any Occasion

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The keto diet, also known as the ketogenic diet, was first invented in 1924. Ever since then, it has become one of the most popular diets around as well as one of the healthiest. Today, there are all sorts of keto cuisine options that you can try and plenty of crunchy keto snacks as well. 

But what is so great about the keto diet anyway? Is it really as healthy as people make it out to be? What kind of keto snacks can you expect to enjoy if you decide to go keto?

Keep reading and learn more about what the keto diet is and what kind of keto diet snacks you can try.

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What You Need to Know About the Ketogenic Diet

The keto diet focuses on cutting out carbs and eating more fats and protein. Many people are overweight because they eat far more carbs than they realize. Carbs are in many types of food that most people eat in excess on a daily basis. 

For example, bread, noodles, potatoes, rice, and other foods are all very high in carbs. You only need to eat a small portion of these foods to get more than enough carbs. If you eat more than you should, then it will be an effortless task to gain weight. 

Because the keto diet involves cutting down on carbs, this diet can help you lose weight quite fast. Besides that, some believe that this diet is healthy for your body in other ways. For example, it may help prevent certain types of cancer, diabetes, and other health conditions. 

While the keto diet can vary, the main thing to remember is that its meal plans involve foods that mostly consist of protein and fat. You might wonder how eating fat like cheese can be healthy for you. Won't it only contribute to weight gain?

Not necessarily. Many people don't know that the human body metabolites fat quite well. On the other hand, the body tends to store carbohydrates which then turn into fat. 

If you mainly eat fat and protein, your metabolism will get a serious boost and any excess fat you have should soon fall away. Limiting your intake of carbs puts your body in a state called ketosis. When you're in ketosis, your metabolism will be in overdrive.

The Details 

Your body will become a machine for burning excess fat. The fat you consume in your diet will then be converted into ketones, which are important sources of energy for your brain. This is not to mention that this very specific diet also lowers your blood sugar. 

This is important if you are worried about developing diabetes later in life. As long as you keep your blood sugar down, it would be very unlikely to ever develop diabetes. Keep in mind that there are different keto diets as well.

Some focus on consuming high amounts of fat, while others focus on consuming high amounts of protein. Some allow you to eat some carbs, but only after intense workouts. It is important to consume some carbs as carbs are important for the body in small quantities. 

If the keto diet sounds appealing to you, you might be wondering where you should start. After all, it takes some effort to completely revamp your way of eating. Fortunately, crunchy snacks for keto diet can help and there are many options to choose from. 

Cocoa Keto Crackers

If you're new to keto and trying to figure out what you should eat, you might have all of your main meals sorted out, but what about your snacks? Most traditional snack options are full of carbs. For example, pretzels, potato chips, and most other snack options that you buy at the store are nothing but carbs. 

Does that mean you have to go without snacks for as long as you're on the keto diet? Not at all! There are plenty of keto snacks to choose from and not only are they low in carbs, but they are also delicious. 

Consider the cocoa keto crackers from Plantraw, for example. These crackers make for a fantastic snack for a variety of reasons. First, you should know that the ingredients in these crackers are all natural and that there are only 6.6 grams of carbohydrates per serving. 

This is unlike most other crackers that are derived from flour and filled with carbohydrates. More than that, these crackers are also a healthy source of fiber. This is because not only are these crackers low in carbs but they are also filled with very healthy ingredients. 

In particular, you can find almonds, cocoa paste, sesame, tomatoes, and monk fruit in these crackers, among other healthy ingredients. You will be hard-pressed to find any unhealthy or unnatural ingredients as you would when shopping for ordinary crackers at your local grocery store. Another benefit of these crackers is that their ingredients are all organic.

What You Need to Know 

This means that the ingredients aren't exposed to any pesticides or artificial chemicals. This, again, increases the overall health factor of these snacks. Another great thing about these crackers is that they are dehydrated. 

For that reason, these crackers will last a long time even after you open them. This is not to mention that the dehydrating process gives these crackers a great crunch. Plus, they are perfect if you happen to be craving chocolate. 

A regular bar of milk chocolate is full of carbs since, after all, it is mixed with milk which naturally is rich in carbs. However, since these keto crackers only use cocoa powder, you can get all the natural flavors of chocolate without any of the carbs. While there is no processed sugar in these crackers, the dried fruit in them such as monk fruit and some cherries add the perfect amount of sweetness to these snacks. 

So, there's really nothing stopping you from munching on these snacks throughout the day whenever you feel like it. But what if you're craving a flavor other than cocoa? Fortunately, there are keto snack options that go far beyond cocoa.

Coconut Keto Biscuits

For those who can't get enough coconuts in their lives, coconut keto biscuits from Plantraw exist. After all, cracking open a real coconut by yourself can be a real pain, but if you're craving coconut, all you have to do is break open a bag of these biscuits to enjoy all the flavors they have to offer. The first benefit of these biscuits is that they are made from sprouted almonds. 

What are sprouted almonds, you might ask, and how are they any different from regular almonds? A sprouted almond is nothing more than a regular almond that has been soaked in water and allowed to sprout. Some believe the sprouted almonds are much healthier than regular almonds for a variety of reasons. 

In particular, sprouted almonds are richer in nutrients compared to regular almonds that have not been soaked. More than that, the sprouting process may neutralize any toxins that may have built up inside the almonds. Allowing almonds to sprout also increases certain healthy compounds in the almonds such as carotene and certain vitamins and minerals that are essential for your health. 

For that reason, when you eat these keto biscuits with sprouted almonds as the first ingredient, you can rest easy knowing that not only are you enjoying a delicious snack, but you are also treating your body to something very healthy. Besides sprouted almonds, these biscuits are also gluten-free.

If you have a gluten allergy or if you are sensitive to gluten in general, you should know how difficult it can be to find tasty, gluten-free snacks at your local grocery store.

The Benefits of Coconut Keto Biscuits

Sometimes, it is so difficult to find good gluten-free snacks that it is simply easier to go without any snacks at all. But you don't have to worry about being deprived of snacks when you opt for Plantraw's coconut keto biscuits. 

Because there is no grain in these biscuits, you don't have to worry about any gluten ruining your day or your digestive tract when you consume these biscuits. Of course, as the name suggests, the main flavor you will detect is coconut. Because the biscuits are dehydrated, you don't have to worry about the coconut (or any of the other ingredients) going bad. 

Again, as with the cocoa snacks previously discussed, these coconut snacks don't have any added sugar in them. However, don't think for a moment that the lack of sugar leaves these biscuits bland or unappetizing. The addition of acerola cherry, monk fruit, flaxseed, and other ingredients leaves these biscuits very flavorful and very crunchy. 

This is not to mention that these biscuits are quite filling and you can pair them with just about anything. Whether you plan on having a cup of tea or coffee, these crunchy biscuits will go along perfectly with whatever you plan to drink. You can even take them to the gym or out on a hike if you want a boost of energy and flavor while you're on the go. 

Kale Keto Crackers

Everyone knows that dark, leafy greens like spinach and kale are super healthy, but most people still don't bother to eat these important vegetables. Some people just don't like the flavor, while others find it too difficult to incorporate these dark, leafy greens into their diet. If this is the case for you, then you won't have to worry about this problem anymore once you get yourself some kale keto crackers.

There is no easier way to get your greens than to eat crackers like these. The mix of ingredients is similar to the ingredients of the previous two snacks already discussed. In the kale keto crackers, you can find almonds, tomatoes, monk fruit, sesame, and more.

However, these crackers have less of an emphasis on sweet flavors and more of an emphasis on savory flavors. For that reason, in addition to the previously mentioned ingredients, you can also find smoked paprika, salt, and of course, kale. You might think that these crackers might just taste like dried kale, but you would be wrong. 

The Ingredients

Due to the mix of these unique ingredients, you will find that the crackers actually taste quite delicious. The flavor and smell of the kale are quite faint in comparison and you will find these snacks to be far tastier than simply eating a few kale leaves in your salad. So, it will be easier than ever to get the nutrients from this dark, leafy green. 

Again, these crackers have a low amount of carbs, only about 8.8 grams per serving size. These crackers are also free of any gluten, so you can enjoy them even if you have a gluten allergy or sensitivity. These crackers are also a great source of plant protein and are sure to give you energy throughout the day. 

All the ingredients in these crackers are also dehydrated, maintaining a lot of the nutritional value of the product. Incidentally, you won't have to worry about the crackers going bad even once you open the bag. 

Kale Chips

An even purer form of these snacks are the kale chips, which are very low on carbs, dehydrated, and contain only three ingredients: Kale, pineapple, and salt. Their taste profile and crunchy mouthfeel are excellent. 

 

The Best Crunchy Keto Snacks You Should Consider

Normally, it can be quite difficult to find snacks that follow the keto diet. However, with Plantraw's crunchy keto snacks, you can enjoy all the crackers and biscuits you want without worrying about your carb intake. This is not to mention that these snacks are full of healthy ingredients like sprouted almonds and dried fruit. 

And, of course, these snacks taste delicious. To learn more about our keto snacks, don't hesitate to contact us here.


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