Description
A delightful low-carb snack bursting with flavor, perfect for cheese lovers and those on a keto diet.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup almond flour (or coconut flour)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup pepperoni slices
- Optional: Crushed red pepper flakes
- Optional: Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Combine mozzarella cheese and cream cheese in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat for 30 seconds and stir until smooth.
- Add the large egg and mix well.
- Incorporate almond flour, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
- Fold in pepperoni slices and optional crushed red pepper flakes.
- Shape into bite-sized balls and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
For lighter options, use turkey or chicken pepperoni. Substitute cream cheese with Greek yogurt for added protein.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 bites
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg