I have made a few fat bomb recipes and these ginger fat bombs have to be my favourite. Fat bombs will keep you fuller for longer, keep your carb cravings away, and contain a healthy dose of coconut oil.
Ginger Fat Bombs -
Coconut oil is making a huge comeback for various reasons. It is high in lauric acid which is anti fugal and anti bacterial. It is also a great source of MCT (medium chain triglycerides) which are metabolised in the liver for rapid energy, and can produce ketones which have been shown to be therapuetic for brain function.
Snacking on coconut oil will keep hunger away.
Never heard of fat bombs? They keep your carb cravings away and are less than 1g net carbs.I use a combination of Coconut Butter and Coconut Oil
. Coconut butter is similar to coconut oil but the butter still has some fibre and white meat from the coconut. It has a richer taste.
The difference between them is similar to comparing peanut butter with peanut oil. There are some carbs in coconut butter, but most of it is fibre and it is great for those who do not like the texture of straight coconut oil.
If you like these, take a look at Chocolate Fat Bombs with walnuts or my Paleo Easter Eggs (just call them fat bombs any other time of the year). All are super simple recipes to make when you get hungry and want a quick snack.
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Ginger Fat Bombs Recipe
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Ingredients
- 75 g (3 oz) coconut butter softened
- 75 g (3 oz) coconut oil softened
- 25 g (¼ cup) desiccated/shredded coconut unsweetened
- 1 teaspoon granulated sweetener of choice or more, to your taste
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger powder
Instructions
- Mix all the ingredients in a pouring jug until the sweetener is dissolved.
- Pour into silicon moulds or ice block trays and refrigerate for minimum 10 minutes.
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What other fat bomb flavours would you like to see? These are just a few of my favourites.
Stacey T
These things are so delicious they should be on the sweet treats list! I was hesitant about making fat bombs because my husband made some once (not from your recipes) and they were so awful, I felt like I was eating pure lard! Now I can safely eat my healthy fat and be sure to get enough of it every day. I have difficulty eating so much fat. Also I have seen many people asking about where to buy ***coconut butter***. I had difficulty with this one too the first time I had a recipe calling for it too. I found mine at an organic store in the same place as peanut butter. Good luck all. Thank you Libby.
megan
How are you calculating the carbohydrates? When I put this into Cronometer is said this recipe had 9.69 grams in each serving.
Geri Rees
I made these coconut ginger fat bombs today....even though I didn't stir quite long enough for the sweetener to dissolve, they are absolutely delicious! I love the combination of coconut and ginger. Almost made me feel I was on a beautiful tropical island, instead of in beautiful, but very very wet Wales. Love your recipes Libby, they make LCHF a wonderful life style. My Diabetic Consultant is delighted with my control...thank you ?X
Dudley Shumate
I used grass-fed butter in place of coconut butter because I wanted to make these NOW and that's what I had in the frig! 🙂 Added appx 1/2 tsp each cinnamon and ground cardamom. Waiting not-so-patiently for them to firm up. I can tell you licking the bowl was TASTY!! (used 1 packet stevia, doubled how full I did my molds so making 5 pieces v 10). Pretty big deal for me to love the taste so much and there is no chocolate!!
Rosie
I made these but added a teaspoon of lime juice.....delicious!!!
Shellihob
So far haven't been able to find coconut butter. Has anyone found it in woolies? If so, whereabouts would it be? Also, in case I can't find it, how do I make it out of coconut flakes? Thanks.
Alien
Easy to make in food processor or thermomix. Just blitz dessicated coconut for about 2-3 mins
Sharonb
I see you use a Thermomix. I want to get one, but was worried it wouldn't work with the KETO DIET. Is the Thermomix conducive with the KETO DIET?? The person I'm working with did not know what the KETO DIET is, so they could not tell me.
Kristine
Could one use the coconut manna? is that the same as coconut butter?
denise spalding
Hi Libby - I have been doing low carb for a few years now and lost 14 kilograms - I count the carbs in everything I eat and NOT the calories - my question is can you gain weight by only counting the carbs, I was logging my food in my fitness pal and was surprised how many calories I was consuming by consuming so much meat etc. I don't eat fruit except for a few frozen berries.
I love this site as I was doing low carb (Atkins) and not doing the high fat component. I cooked the shepherd' s pie last night and I always left the cauli in pieces and I did the mash, was fantastic. I am going to do the fat bombs, and some other of your recipes on the weekend.
Thank you in advance for your time.
Libby www.ditchthecarbs.com
I do believe calories do count but I do not count calories. 100 calories from fat or protein are metabolised completely different to say 100 calories from sugar and carbs. The sugar and carbs will increase our insulin which drives our fat storage and hunger. Yes if we eat far too much then we could end up putting on weight but generally when we increase our healthy fats it will curb our appetite. The main reason people may put on weight when they go low carb is because they haven't gone low carb enough. Time and time again readers say they have gone low carb but are still eating rice crackers, beer (liquid bread), low carb fake foods or too many low carb treats. Part of the ethos of going low carb is to not overindulge in anything, that's pretty much the reason why most of us have ended up overweight in the first place and with unhealthy attitudes to food. Eat until 80% full is a good motto to live by, variety and balance too. Enjoy your baking this weekend, it's winter here so I'll be putting a roast on and baking up a storm for the week ahead. 🙂
Terri
Can make coconut butter very eadily in a processor or thermomix. Just need cheap dessicated cocobut
DI
Anyone know where you can get coconut butter in Australia (Perth)? I should have bought some when I was home in NZ at Easter!
Willow
You can make your own coconut butter with coconut flakes and a food processor.
Rachel @ Where The Wild Stuff Grows
These look delicious! I have been looking for a good "fat bomb" recipe. Definitely make these this weekend! Thanks for sharing!
9andahalfdigits
I love the idea of the ginger, but I do not like the taste of coconut, and barely tolerate it when using coconut oil. Any suggestions for modifications?
Libby www.ditchthecarbs.com
I would stay away from this recipe and try my chocolate fat bombs and add some fresh ginger to those? Or how about my Caveman's Balls and add fresh ginger there too.
Disa
Someone asked about using finely grated fresh ginger... Have you an idea about that? I have lots of fresh at home.. how much would I use?
Thanks!
Libby www.ditchthecarbs.com
I would just add it to your taste and liking. It's hard to give an equivalent as fresh ginger can be so different from one piece to another. Be aware of the liquid in fresh ginger which may make the coconut oil separate. If you are successful, let me know what formula worked. I always prefer fresh ginger in my cooking so your idea would be lovely.
Disa
Hi Libby,
I did add fresh Ginger... 1 tsp finely grated. I mixed it with a packet of Truvia and then I worked it by hand in together with the shredded coconut, which absorbed the moisture (the coconut being dried was the theory). Then I added that to the coconut oil and coconut butter. It worked! No separation and a mild flavor of Ginger. Next time I will add 2 teaspoons of ginger! LOL Because I LOVE Ginger!
Thanks for your great blog! Peace!
Disa
Libby www.ditchthecarbs.com
Awesome Disa and thank you for taking the time to stop by and add your fabulous results. I love it when readers adapt my recipes and make adjustments. Have a wonderful day. Libby.
ciors
made these with lemon rind instead of ginger...not a big fan of ginger, but LOVE lemon...yummo!
Libby www.ditchthecarbs.com
Yum, lemon flavoured is a great idea.
Lillian
What's the difference between coconut butter and coconut oil?
tamrnc
Could you use grass fed butter instead of coconut butter?
Libby www.ditchthecarbs.com
Sure. It would have a different flavour as coconut butter is, well, coconutty. But I looooove the taste of butter too. Let me know how it works out 🙂
kassykilley
Did you try the butter? I'm intrigued. I'm debating on these as I like some things like ferments with fresh ginger, but never liked ginger cookies.
tamrnc
Yes I did and it work just fine.
Pam Fuller
Have you tried grated fresh ginger. Probably needs to be well mixed, but think I will give it a go, will let you know how it goes. Have tried strawberry and blueberry bombs they are great too.
Lila Vagana
Loving these and they're so easy to make. I used coconut sugar however will try stevia next time because the coconut sugar did not dissolve well.
Mary
Hi - where can I buy coconut butter from? I couldn't find it in Pak n Save, although perhaps I was looking in the wrong area of the supermarket:)
Libby www.ditchthecarbs.com
I buy mine from New World and it is above the peanut butters! Odd place, I would have put it with the oils or the health aisle. Hope you find it.
Jacqui Thomas
How long can you keep these? How should they be stored?
Libby www.ditchthecarbs.com
They need to be kept in the fridge otherwise the coconut oil will melt. They will keep for up to a week, possibly longer.
lowcarbdiabeticJan
I think it's great that you can simply use ice cube trays - and isn't it amazing how coconut oil is getting so popular - plus it's so healthy for you.
All the best Jan
stacey
12 calories? I think you have an error there.
Sound Yumm!
Libby www.ditchthecarbs.com
Oops, yes you are correct. I will amend that right now. Should be 120.2 I clearly needed more coconut oil that day for brain function 😉
thehomeschoolingdoctor
Did you make them in the silicone cups? I love the look of them.
Libby www.ditchthecarbs.com
No just plain old regular paper cupcake cases. You can also set them in ice cube trays or chocolate moulds.
Hester Pretorius
Definitely trying this - have been craving ginger cookies like crazy! How much of these are ok for snack at a time?
Libby www.ditchthecarbs.com
I'm sure you would only eat 1 or 2. Coconut oil is so filling and satisfying.
Hélène
I will making all 3 of your fat bombs very soon. I gotta invest in some candy molds first! Or alot of mini cupcake papers...
Libby www.ditchthecarbs.com
Or just use ice cube trays 🙂
aniaruda
what do you mean by dried ginger? Is it powdered ginger or something else? Thanks.
Cheryl
These sound so good! What is the dried ginger?
Libby www.ditchthecarbs.com
Dried or powdered ginger you buy in a box along with spices etc.
Fiona
hi there, can you make these just with coconut oil? Just wondering how to make these without the coconut butter?
Libby www.ditchthecarbs.com
Yes you can but it will be a different texture (similar to my chocolate fat bombs). If you wanted a richer flavour, maybe use coconut oil and add some extra desiccated/shredded coconut.