If you have been missing pasta on a low carb lifestyle, this 2 ingredient keto pasta recipe is a simple and satisfying option to try. These homemade keto noodles are made with low moisture mozzarella cheese and unflavored gelatin, with water used to bring the mixture together. There are no eggs in this recipe, and the texture is surprisingly close to a real noodle.
This recipe does require a little prep time, but the process is easy once you understand how the cheese and gelatin work together. The gelatin helps hold the melted cheese in place, which allows you to roll or spread the pasta sheet very thin without it falling apart. That means you can cut delicate, thin keto noodles that hold up well with sauces, butter, chicken, pesto, or other low carb toppings.
One of the best things about these keto pasta noodles is the noodle-to-sauce ratio. Because the noodles can be cut thin, they blend beautifully with butter sauce, Alfredo-style sauces, pesto, or a simple garlic and tomato topping. If you used to love buttered noodles with salt before keto, this recipe is a wonderful way to enjoy that same comfort food feeling without a heavy carb load.
We have made these noodles many times, and they continue to be one of the easiest homemade keto pasta recipes to keep in rotation. They are light, tender, and filling, and they work well for quick lunches, weeknight dinners, or meal prep.
Can You Buy Pre-Made Low Carb or Keto Noodles?
Yes, you can buy pre-made low carb noodles. Some stores, including Costco, carry refrigerated low carb noodle options near specialty cheeses or other refrigerated health-focused foods. One brand commonly found is Healthy Noodles.
Pre-made low carb noodles can be useful when you are short on time and do not want to prepare homemade keto pasta from scratch. They can be used in dishes such as low carb Alfredo chicken pasta or low carb feta pasta. Many of these noodles are made mostly from fiber, which can make them very low in net carbs. Some brands may contain soy, so always check the ingredient label if you are sensitive to soy or avoiding it.
Even with store-bought options available, homemade 2 ingredient keto pasta is worth making when you want a simple noodle with a fresh texture and only a few basic ingredients.
How Do These 2 Ingredient Keto Pasta Noodles Taste?
These keto pasta noodles have a soft, tender texture that works well as a pasta substitute. They are not rubbery, and they do not have the chewy texture that some keto-friendly mushroom-based noodles can have.
The flavor is mild because low moisture mozzarella is not overpowering. That makes these noodles easy to pair with many different sauces and toppings. They taste creamy and light, and they absorb the flavors of warm butter, pesto, garlic, parmesan, grilled chicken, or your favorite low carb pasta sauce.
How to Season the 2 Ingredient Pasta Noodles
You do not have to add seasoning directly to the noodles. If you plan to make buttered keto noodles, leaving the pasta plain is a great choice because the mild mozzarella flavor works perfectly with melted butter and a little salt.
If you want a more savory noodle, add a small amount of Italian seasoning or rosemary to the shredded cheese before mixing it into the gelatin. However, the easiest method is to keep the noodles plain and add most of the flavor through the sauce or toppings. This gives you more flexibility and lets you use the same batch of noodles in different keto pasta meals.
Keto Pasta Meal Ideas
These homemade keto noodles can be used in many simple low carb meals. Add grilled chicken and parmesan cheese for an easy dinner, or toss the noodles with basil pesto for keto pesto pasta.
You can also use them for keto shrimp scampi, keto Alfredo pasta, or a low carb spaghetti-style dish. If you want a spaghetti shape, simply cut the pasta sheet into thinner strips.
My favorite way to serve these keto pasta noodles is with grilled chicken, cherry tomatoes, basil pesto, and a light sprinkle of parmesan cheese. Another delicious option is warm melted butter with a little garlic and parmesan on top. Both versions are simple, satisfying, and family-friendly.
Knox Gelatin – How Much Is in a Packet of Knox Gelatin?
Gelatin is the key ingredient that helps these keto noodles hold their shape. It binds the cheese together and allows the pasta sheet to be cut into thin strips without crumbling. It also helps create the noodle-like texture that makes this recipe work so well.
You can substitute the gelatin with an egg yolk, but gelatin gives a better texture in this recipe. One packet of Knox unflavored gelatin is about 2 1/2 teaspoons, or 7 grams. If a recipe calls for 1 tablespoon of unflavored gelatin, use one packet.
Knox gelatin is usually sold in a box with four packets, and it may also be available in larger containers. If you only use gelatin occasionally, the small box is a convenient option.
Kitchen Tools Needed to Make the 2 Ingredient Keto Pasta Noodles
To make this 2 ingredient keto pasta recipe, you will need a medium saucepan, parchment paper, a spatula, and a pizza cutter or sharp knife. You will also need low moisture shredded mozzarella cheese, unflavored gelatin, and water.
You can double or triple the recipe if you want more servings. Just make sure you have enough parchment paper and space to spread the cheese mixture thinly so the noodles set properly.
Here are a few photos of the keto pasta and serving ideas.
This photo shows the noodles served with butter sauce, cherry tomatoes, and basil.
This meal shows the keto pasta noodles topped with cherry tomatoes, grilled chicken, basil pesto, and a light sprinkle of parmesan cheese.
This is a great way to use leftover grilled chicken. When you add fresh toppings and a flavorful sauce, leftovers can feel like a completely new meal.
This version includes grilled chicken with cherry tomatoes in a light butter sauce with a little garlic.
2 Ingredient Keto Pasta Recipe Ingredients
Makes 2 servings
1 1/2 cups low moisture mozzarella cheese, shredded
1 tablespoon, or 1 packet, Knox unflavored gelatin
1/3 cup water
Optional seasonings: 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning or rosemary seasoning
Start by mixing the gelatin into boiling water.
Then add the shredded cheese and seasonings, if using.
Spread the melted cheese mixture onto parchment paper and let it cool completely. Once set, use a pizza cutter to slice the pasta into noodles.
If you use parmesan cheese containers, save the shaker tops. They can fit perfectly on a mason jar and make storing parmesan easy.
2 Ingredient Keto Pasta Recipe Instructions
Follow the recipe card below for the full step-by-step instructions.
Things to Know About These 2 Ingredient Keto Pasta Noodles
1. These noodles are best served at room temperature or cold.
2. If you want warm noodles, warm the sauce or toppings you plan to serve over them.
3. You can microwave the noodles for about 30 seconds, and they should still hold their shape. They may stick together slightly, so warming the sauce separately is usually the best option.
4. You can make the noodles ahead of time. After cutting them, keep them on the parchment paper, roll them up, and store them in the refrigerator until needed. Let them sit at room temperature before serving.
5. These noodles will last about 5 days in the refrigerator. Freezing has not been tested.
Dinner is served!
2 Ingredient Keto Pasta Recipe
2 mins
3 mins
Pasta
Italian
2 servings
256 kcal
Equipment
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Saucepan
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Spatula
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Parchment paper
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Pizza cutter
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups low moisture mozzarella cheese shredded
- 1 tablespoon Knox unflavored gelatin or 1 packet
- 1/3 cup water
- Optional: 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning or rosemary seasoning
Instructions
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Lay a sheet of parchment paper on a baking sheet.
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Measure 1 1/2 cups of shredded mozzarella cheese and set it aside.
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If using seasonings, mix them into the mozzarella cheese.
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Add 1/3 cup water to a saucepan over medium heat.
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Bring the water to a boil before adding the gelatin.
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Sprinkle in 1 tablespoon, or 1 packet, of Knox unflavored gelatin.
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Stir until the gelatin dissolves and no clumps remain.
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Continue cooking until the mixture becomes thick and bubbly.
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Drag a spatula along the bottom of the pan. The mixture should separate briefly instead of simply coating the pan like water.
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This should take about 3 minutes.
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Add the shredded mozzarella cheese to the hot gelatin mixture.
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Stir until the cheese is fully melted and the gelatin is incorporated into the cheese mixture.
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Remove the saucepan from the heat and pour the mixture onto the parchment paper.
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Use a spatula to spread the mixture as thinly as possible.
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Let the pasta sheet cool completely and firm up. Very thin areas are fine and should still hold together.
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Once the sheet has cooled and set, use a pizza cutter to cut it into long noodle strips.
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Cut the noodles as wide or thin as you like. A width of about 1/3 to 1/2 inch works well.
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Remove the noodles from the parchment paper and place them on a serving plate.
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Top with warm sauce, butter, grilled chicken, pesto, parmesan, or your favorite keto-friendly ingredients.
Notes
Nutrition facts are provided as a courtesy and may vary based on the exact ingredients used.