Keto Cheesy Dough Bites with Tzatziki

Keto Cheesy Dough Bites with Tzatziki is a comforting and delicious dish. They are perfect bite-sized appetizers for parties and gatherings. It is very simple and easy to prepare these bites with the sauce. It requires very simple ingredients that we can easily find at any grocery store. These dough bites don’t contain any meat, so we can easily alter this recipe for a vegan diet. This recipe also works for other diets. Keto Cheesy Dough Bites with Tzatziki are prepared in less than 30 minutes, so they work well as a quick snack. Utilize sunflower seed flour or coconut flour with a few adjustments in the recipe if you are allergic to almonds. These Dough bites store well, so we can prepare them before the requirement.

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STATS:

• Calories: 145 kcal
• Prep time: Fifteen minutes
• Serving size: 2 bites with dip
• Cook time: 10 minutes
• Cuisine: Mediterranean-inspired
• Total time: 25 minutes
• Course: Snack / Appetizer
• Diet: Keto
• Serving: 12 bites

EQUIPMENT:

• Air fryer
• Dish
• Parchment paper
• Microwave-safe bowl
• Spatula

INGREDIENTS:

CHESSY DOUGH BITES:

• 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 2 tbsp. cream cheese
• One big egg
• ½ tsp. baking powder
• One cup almond flour
• ½ tsp. garlic powder
• ¼ tsp. salt

TZATZIKI SAUCE:

• One cup Greek yogurt
• ½ cucumber
• One garlic clove
• One tbsp. olive oil
• 1 tbsp. dill
• Salt and pepper
• One tsp. lemon juice

INGREDIENT NOTES:

MOZZARELLA CHEESE:

• Use the low moisture mozzarella cheese to make the dough so it remains firm. It provides the flexibility. Utilize fresh mozzarella shreds for the best outcomes as the pre-shredded ones contain starch. The starch content increases the carbs count of the recipe.

CREAM CHEESE:

• We utilize the cream cheese (soft) to prepare the smooth & silky dough bites. It helps to bind the ingredients as well.

EGGS:

• Eggs will helps to bind the dough and it also provides the structure and texture in these bites.

ALMOND FLOUR:

• It is used to make the base of the dough. It provides the structure in the dough without the carbs. We utilize the fine almond flour for smooth texture & don’t utilize the meal.

BAKING POWDER:

• It provides the slight rise in making these bites. These bites get dense if we don’t include the baking powder in them.

GREEK YOGURT:

• Utilize Greek yogurt to make the base of sauce creamy. It is best to use the full fat as it has low carbs and good for keto as well.

CUCUMBER:

• Add the cucumbers to add a refreshing taste. It also adds the fresh crunchy taste in the sauce. Grate the cucumbers and squeeze all the additional water otherwise, the sauce gets thin consistency.

GARLIC:

• Use the garlic to provide the deep savory taste in the dish. It is best to use the fresh mined one for strong taste.

SALT & PEPPER:

• They are used to provide the taste in both dip and bites. Add them as you like and alter the quantity if necessary.

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INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Put the cream cheese and mozzarella in a dish.
2. Then put in the microwave for thirty seconds to melt & stir so it gets smooth.
3. Add salt, almond flour, baking powder, & garlic powder and stir to incorporate.
4. Now add the egg and knead to make smooth dough.
5. Turn the air fryer on to 375°F, or 190°C.
6. Form the 12 little dough balls.
7. Place the parchment sheet in the basket and add the bites to it.
8. Air fries the bites for 8-10 minutes so they get crisp & golden brown.
9. We combine cucumber, dill, yogurt, olive oil, garlic, salt, lemon juice, & black pepper in a dish to make tzatziki.
10. Chill the sauce till the time of serving.
11. Serve these warm cheesy dough bits with tzatziki dip.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

PARTY PLATTER IDEAS:

• Olives
• Cured meats
• Cheese cubes
• Ranch dip
• Marinara sauce
• Stuffed mini peppers

MEAL PAIRING:

• Grilled chicken skewers
• Greek salad
• Roasted zucchini
• Roasted eggplant

SNACK OPTIONS:

• Tzatziki
• Cucumber slices
• Nuts
• Guacamole
• Salsa

TIPS:

• We wet our hands or apply the oil to prevent the sticking of dough.
• Cool the dough if it gets soft.
• We sprinkle herbs like oregano and thyme for the additional herb taste in the dish.
• Add the cheddar cubes to the dough ball for the additional cheesy flavor.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

• We can put the remaining cheesy dough bites in the box and store them for 3 days.

FREEZER:

• Put the unbaked dough bites on the tray and when they get solid, transfer them to the freezer for one month.

FAQs:

Can I prepare these dough bites without almond flour?

• We can easily prepare these dough bites without almond flour, but we have to use only ¼ cup of coconut flour to make these bites, as it absorbs more moisture.

Will I bake these bites?

• We bake these bites at 375 degrees F for 12 to 15 minutes so they get golden.

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NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Total Carbs: 3.5 g

Fat: 11 g

Calcium: 160 mg

Calories: 145 kcal

Serving: 6 servings total

Net carbs: 2.5 g

Iron: 0.7 g

Vitamin A: 55 g

Sodium: 210 g

Fiber: 1 g

Serving size: 2 bites with dip

Protein: 9 g

Potassium: 95 g