Keto Alfredo Sauce (Rich & Creamy)

A silky-smooth, restaurant-quality Alfredo sauce that’s perfectly keto-friendly and ready in just 15 minutes.

Ingredients for keto alfredo recipe on marble countertop in modern kitchen, featuring parmesan and cream cheese, butter, heavy cream, garlic, and various seasonings.

KEY INFO:

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 6
Difficulty: Easy
Dietary: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Vegetarian

EQUIPMENT NEEDED:

Medium saucepan with heavy bottom
Whisk or wooden spoon
Cheese grater
Measuring cups and spoons

INGREDIENTS:

1/4 cup (60g) unsalted butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 1/2 cups (360ml) heavy cream
4 oz (115g) cream cheese, softened [optional]
1 cup (100g) freshly grated parmesan cheese
1/2 tsp Italian seasoning [optional]
Salt and pepper to taste
Pinch of nutmeg [optional]

Butter and garlic melting in a stainless steel saucepan in a modern kitchen with white marble countertops and green subway tile backsplash, captured from a 45-degree angle.

METHOD:

Melt butter in saucepan over medium heat
Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant (1-2 minutes) – watch carefully to prevent burning
Pour in heavy cream and add softened cream cheese if using. Stir continuously until cream cheese melts completely

Pouring heavy cream into a saucepan with melted butter and garlic in a modern kitchen

Reduce heat to medium-low and gradually add parmesan cheese while whisking

Modern kitchen scene with parmesan cheese being whisked into creamy sauce

Continue stirring until sauce thickens and becomes smooth (3-5 minutes)
Season with salt, pepper, and optional Italian seasoning/nutmeg
Simmer for 2-3 minutes to blend flavors

Smooth alfredo sauce on wooden spoon in a modern kitchen with green subway tile backsplash and copper pots

CRUCIAL TIPS:

Always use freshly grated parmesan – pre-grated won’t melt properly
Keep heat moderate to prevent sauce from breaking
Stir constantly while adding cheese to ensure smooth texture
Sauce will thicken as it cools

STORAGE & SCALING:

Refrigerate up to 5 days in airtight container
Reheat gently on stovetop with splash of cream
Recipe doubles easily for larger portions

COMMON MISTAKES TO AVOID:

Using pre-grated cheese (will be grainy)
Heating too quickly (causes separation)
Not stirring enough (leads to lumps)
Adding cold cream cheese (creates lumps)

VARIATIONS:

Add 1/4 cup Romano cheese for sharper flavor
Stir in fresh herbs (basil, parsley)
Incorporate crushed red pepper for heat
Use mixture of different hard cheeses

Per Serving:

Calories: 320
Fat: 31g
Carbs: 2g
Protein: 8g

This recipe delivers restaurant-quality results every time when following these precise steps. Perfect over zucchini noodles or as a base for other keto dishes.