Keto Fuzzy Navel Recipe

The Fuzzy Navel is a nostalgic cocktail that’s fruity, sweet, and refreshing, traditionally made with orange juice and peach schnapps. The problem for anyone on a low-carb or keto lifestyle is that both orange juice and peach schnapps are loaded with sugar. A single glass can easily wipe out your daily carb allowance.

That’s why this keto version exists—it recreates the sweet, peachy-orange flavors you love without the sugar crash. Instead of fruit juice and syrupy schnapps, we rely on smart swaps like Keystone Pantry Allulose and sugar-free flavor extracts to keep the drink bright, smooth, and totally keto-friendly.

This recipe has two parts:

1. The Keto Peach Schnapps (homemade sugar-free peach liqueur substitute).

2. The Keto Fuzzy Navel Cocktail itself.

Let’s dive in.

Keto Peach Schnapps Recipe

Ingredients & Why We Use Them

• ½ cup Keystone Pantry Allulose – Allulose is a natural rare sugar that tastes and behaves like regular sugar but has almost no calories and doesn’t spike blood sugar. It dissolves cleanly in liquids, making it perfect for homemade liqueurs.

• ⅓ cup Water – The base for dissolving the sweetener and building a syrup consistency.

• ⅛ teaspoon Citric Acid – Adds that bright tang you’d expect in schnapps. It mimics the natural tartness of fruit and balances sweetness.

• ⅓ cup Vodka – Provides the alcohol backbone of schnapps. Vodka is neutral, so it lets the peach flavor shine.

• 1 teaspoon Peach Flavor – Since fresh peaches are too high in sugar for keto, we use concentrated peach extract or flavoring to recreate that juicy, fruity note.

• ½ teaspoon Glycerin – This adds smoothness and mouthfeel to the schnapps. Without it, sugar-free liqueurs can sometimes taste a little sharp or thin. Glycerin gives body and a subtle sweetness.

Instructions

1. In a small pot, heat water, allulose, and citric acid together, whisking often, just until the allulose is fully dissolved.

   • Tip: Make sure no crystals remain on the sides of the pot—this ensures a smooth syrup. Swirl the pot if needed.

2. Remove from heat and let the mixture cool completely to room temperature.

3. Stir in the vodka, peach flavor, and glycerin. Mix well until fully combined.

4. Transfer to a clean, airtight bottle and store in a cool, dark place.

You now have homemade keto peach schnapps—ready for cocktails.

Keto Fuzzy Navel Cocktail

Ingredients & Why We Use Them

• 3 oz Keystone Pantry Orange Flavored Drink Mix – A sugar-free, keto-friendly orange drink base that replaces high-carb orange juice. It brings in the citrusy brightness you’d expect in a classic Fuzzy Navel.

• 3 oz Keto Peach Schnapps – Our homemade, sugar-free schnapps with peach flavor and smooth sweetness.

• 1 cup Ice – Essential for chilling the drink, adding a refreshing crispness without diluting the flavor too quickly.

Instructions

1. Fill a shaker with the ice.

2. Add the orange drink mix and keto peach schnapps.

3. Shake well until chilled.

4. Strain and pour into a cocktail glass.

Sip, relax, and enjoy that familiar fuzzy navel flavor—without the carbs.

FAQ – Keto Fuzzy Navel

1. Is this a perfect replacement for a classic fuzzy navel?
Not exactly—it’s lighter and less syrupy, but the balance of peach and orange flavors makes it a satisfying low-carb version.

2. Can I make this drink non-alcoholic?
Yes! Simply skip the vodka in the schnapps recipe and use extra peach flavoring with a splash of sparkling water for a mocktail version.

3. Can I use another sweetener instead of allulose?
While you can substitute with erythritol or monk fruit blends, allulose is preferred because it dissolves smoothly, prevents crystallization, and doesn’t have a cooling aftertaste.

4. How long does the keto peach schnapps last?
Stored in a cool, dark place in a sealed bottle, it should last several weeks. The alcohol acts as a preservative.

5. What if I don’t have citric acid?
You can use a few drops of fresh lemon juice instead. However, citric acid is recommended because it gives a clean, consistent tang.

6. Can I use real peaches in this recipe?
Fresh peaches are too high in sugar for keto. Instead, rely on peach extract or flavoring for that authentic fruit taste without carbs.

7. What glass should I serve it in?
Traditionally, a fuzzy navel is served in a highball glass, but a stemmed cocktail glass works just as well for a more elegant presentation.