The fairy party

It was my daughter’s 5th birthday party this last weekend, and it was a real success. She just invited little girls (believe me, this made it a lot easier for me). We had a fairy princess party, each little girl that came in was greeted by our fairy and was given her own crown. I planned to do crafts with them and afterwards some games, but they enjoyed the crafts so much that they spent most of the time doing that, which of course was fine with me.

We even did some edible crafts – cookie decorating, which was a huge hit with the girls. Here is a picture of her little sister’s cookies (she’s 3).

The girls also made themselves magic wands and necklaces â€“ though not the edible kind.

The birthday cake was a castle, I made the cake â€“ ordinary chocolate cake, and her aunt decorated it. Isn’t it just the sweetest cake?

Much fun was had by all, and even though it was a lot of work, I have to say that I really enjoyed myself! Only 9 more months until my next birthday partyâ€¦.

If you’ve ever found yourself craving something salty, crunchy, and satisfying while trying to stay keto, you are not alone. I’ve been there — standing in front of the pantry, debating whether a single potato chip could really ruin my progress (spoiler: it usually does). That’s why I’ve gone on a mission to find the best low-carb salty snacks that actually deliver on flavor and keep your macros in check.

From crispy air fryer nuts to bacon-wrapped bites of bliss, these keto snack recipes have become staples in my own kitchen. A few of them surprised me (hello, salted egg popcorn!?), and some I now make in double batches because they disappear that fast — especially when the kids or my husband find them first!

These snacks are super easy to whip up, totally portable, and perfect for those “snacky” moments in between meals. Whether you’re meal prepping or just want something to crunch on during movie night, this list has something for every salty craving.

Let’s dive into the ultimate lineup of low-carb, high-flavor salty snack recipes — all keto-friendly and personally taste-tested for maximum yum.

Air Fryer Salt Pepper Roasted Cashews Gf Df

This air fryer salt and pepper cashew recipe is a nutritious snack. Making a batch in the air fryer is quick and easy!

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Salted Egg Yolk Popcorn Recipe

A quick and easy Asian salted egg yolk popcorn recipe: this delicious, addictive snack can be made in less than 10 minutes!

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Salted Caramel Pecan Log Recipe

This pecan log recipe has a marshmallow center coated in caramel and rolled in nuts and takes only about 30 minutes of hands-on time.

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Sweet And Salty Pineapple Jalapeno Poppers

These vegan pineapple jalapeño poppers add a unique flavor to a popular party snack.

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Mango With Chili Lime Salt

Try mango with chili lime salt on your next mango. It’s a unique way to enjoy mango and tastes delicious!

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Easy Salted Caramel Pecan Bars

Simple Salted Caramel Pecan Bars made with sugar cookie dough, crushed pecans, and caramel sundae topping for a delectable dessert.

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Sweet And Salty Snack Mix Recipe Make It This Fall

This sweet and salty snack mix is a fun treat for Halloween or Thanksgiving. Prepare a large batch of this autumn snack mix recipe and enjoy!

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Mary Anns Sweet And Salty Caramel Snack

This no-bake sweet and salty snack mix recipe has everything. It has a variety of fun textures and is coated in a crunchy caramel that ties everything together.

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Salt And Vinegar Almonds Recipe

These salt and vinegar almonds are extremely crunchy and make an excellent healthy and delicious snack that can be prepared in minutes!

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Salt And Vinegar Popcorn

This Salt and Vinegar Popcorn is ideal for a family movie night or a quick afternoon snack. Super simple to make!

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Chinese Salt Pepper Chips

Chinese Salt & Pepper Chips are a popular Chinese takeaway. You can make this popular dish of chips tossed with spices, onions, and peppers at home. It makes an excellent starter or side dish!

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Carrot And Caraway Puree On Rosemary Sea Salt Crackers

This Carrot and Caraway Puree with Rosemary Sea Salt Vegan Crackers is a delicious and delicate snack!

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Trail Mix Chocolate Nut Clusters Sea Salt

Trail Mix Chocolate Nut Clusters are created by combining nuts, seeds, and dried fruit with melted dark chocolate to form sweet and salty clusters.

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Harvest Trail Mix

Harvest Trail Mix is a great grab-and-go snack or party treat that takes only minutes to prepare and is both flavorful and enjoyable!

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Chinese Salt And Pepper Chips Oven And Air Fryer Method

Chinese salt and pepper chips are a British takeaway staple. This recipe will show you how to cook them perfectly in the oven or air fryer.

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Keto Trail Mix Recipe

This homemade keto granola recipe is simple to make, healthy, and contains everything you’ve been craving. Ideal for cereal or snacks!

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Golden Salted Egg Yolk Cornflakes Crunch Easy Cny Snack

Salted Egg Yolk Cornflakes is one of the easiest and quickest Chinese New Year snacks to make, with only 4-6 ingredients but a high addictiveness factor!

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Air Fryer Pork Rinds

Discover how to make the best crunchy and crispy Air Fryer Homemade Pork Rinds recipe, also known as chicharrones, right in your own kitchen.

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My Favorite Salty Keto Mayonnaise Recipe

I’ll be honest — once I started making my own mayonnaise at home, I never looked back. Especially on keto, where mayo isn’t just a spread… it’s basically a food group. This version is rich, salty, and smooth, and I make a fresh jar almost every week. It’s perfect for everything from egg salad to dipping keto crackers, and honestly? I’ve been known to sneak a spoonful straight from the jar.

This salty mayo has a little extra flavor thanks to garlic and Dijon, and you can tweak the saltiness to your taste. It’s fast, foolproof, and doesn’t have any weird ingredients or fillers.

Ingredients:

1 egg (room temperature)
1 cup avocado oil (or light olive oil)
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar or lemon juice
½ tsp garlic powder (optional but recommended)
¾ tsp sea salt (I sometimes go up to 1 tsp)
Optional: pinch of white pepper or smoked paprika

How to Make It:

Add everything to a clean, wide-mouth jar or tall container.
Place a stick blender at the bottom and blend on high without moving it for about 15 seconds.
As the mixture thickens, slowly tilt and lift the blender to finish emulsifying.
Taste it — add more salt if needed. Store in the fridge for up to a week.

A Few Tips:

If your mayo breaks (turns runny), just add another egg and blend again.
For a fun variation, mix in a bit of chili powder or everything bagel seasoning.
Always use fresh eggs from a trusted source.

This mayo is smooth, bold, and just salty enough to make every keto meal feel like a treat. Try it once — it might become one of your kitchen staples too.

Let me know if you try it! I love hearing how others put their own spin on it.

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