These Keto Ham and Cheese Sticks are a great choice for preparing easy yet tasty snacks. This snack easily fits into lunches or serves as a quick appetizer option without adding much carb content. Keto Ham and Cheese Sticks store perfectly, so prepare them early before you need them without worry and use them when required. They are made with a few ingredients. It includes garlic powder, eggs, ham slices, salt, mozzarella cheese shreds, almond flour, parmesan cheese, and black pepper. These sticks contain 2 g net carbs and 15 g protein in one serving of this dish. We can easily deep-fry them, bake them, or prepare them in the air fryer for a healthier version. This recipe contains cheese and almond flour, so those with dairy & nut allergies will have to avoid them or use the nut-free flour and vegan cheese to make it safe.
Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS
STATS:
- No of calories: 210 kcal
- Prep duration: Ten minutes
- Portion size: 2 sticks
- Cook time: 12 minutes
- Cuisine: American
- Total time: 22 minutes
- Course: Snack, Appetizer
- Diet: Keto
- Portion: 4
EQUIPMENT:
- Mixing bowl
- Knife
- Chopping board
- Parchment paper
- Air fryer
- Small shallow bowls
INGREDIENTS:
- 2 cups of mozzarella cheese shreds
- 8 slices keto deli ham
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup almond flour
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon salt
INGREDIENT NOTES:
KETO HAM SLICES:
- Use the keto ham slices, which don’t contain any extra sugar content. Avoid using the smoked or honey ham slices, as they contain added sugar content.
GARLIC POWDER:
- Garlic powder is added to provide the savory taste in these sticks. It will prevent the addition of extra moisture with garlic.
MOZZARELLA SLICES:
- Low-moisture-containing mozzarella is best to provide the structure and melting quality. It provides the perfect melty and stretchy quality in these sticks.
BLACK PEPPER:
- Black pepper will add a light spice to these sticks. Use the fresh pepper for the best taste and aroma. Pre-cracked pepper doesn’t provide the same taste.
EGGS:
- Eggs are used to bind the mixture of these sticks and also help in the perfect sticking of the coating with the stick. It also provides protein content in them.
SALT:
- Salt is utilized to enrich the taste of these sticks. We have to taste the mixture and then add it so it doesn’t get too much salty.
ALMOND FLOUR:
- Almond flour is used to coat these sticks instead of real breadcrumbs. Use the fine form of the flour so it coats better and provides good structure.
PARMESAN CHEESE:
- Parmesan cheese will add a savory taste and help to make the crispy crust. It is used along with almond flour in the coating of these sticks.
Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS
INSTRUCTIONS:
- We heat the oven to 190 degrees C.
- Then, put the paper parchment on the tray.
- Place the ham slices on the clean shelf.
- Then put the mozzarella shreds in one side and make a tight roll like a stick.
- Grab a bowl to crack an egg in it, and beat it.
- In the other vessel, stir the salt, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, almond flour, and pepper powder.
- We dip every ham roll in the egg, then add it in the mixture to coat.
- Put the prepared roll in the tray.
- We bake these rolls for 10-12 minutes till crisp.
AIR FRYER:
- Follow the same making procedure, then put them in a basket.
- Air fries them for 8-10 minutes till crisp & golden.
- We cool them lightly & serve.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
DIPS:
- Garlic Aioli
- Sugar Free Marinara
- Spicy Mustard Dip
- Ranch Dressing
- Chipotle Mayo
SIDES:
- Cucumber Salad
- Coleslaw
- Avocado Slices
- Mixed Greens Salad
- Pickled Vegetables
PAIRING:
- Cauliflower Mash
- Zucchini Noodles
- Broccoli Stir Fry
- Keto Mac and Cheese
- Stuffed Mushrooms
PARTY IDEAS:
- Charcuterie Board
- Keto Tapas Plate
- Cheese and Olive Tray
- Keto Snack Box
- Antipasto Platter
BREAKFAST:
- Scrambled Eggs
- Omelet
- Avocado Egg Bowl
- Keto Breakfast Wrap
- Egg Muffins
TIPS:
- We have to freeze the filled rolls for ten minutes so they form the shape before coating.
- Don’t add lots of cheese in one roll, or else it will leak.
- Put the parchment paper in the tray to avoid sticking.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Put the rolls in the covered vessel and store them for four days.
FREEZER:
- Freeze the sticks in a tight vessel for 2 months.
FAQs:
Can I coat the sticks with coconut flour?
- Yes, use it, but it should be one-third of the quantity, as it captures extra moisture.
How to prepare dairy-free sticks?
- Use the vegan cheese to make dairy-free sticks. It might alter the texture and not provide the same melt.
Why will the cheese leak?
- You fill the roll too much with cheese, so it leaks.
Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Calories: 210 kcal
Net carbs: 2 g
Total carbs: 3 g
Fiber: 1 g
Protein: 15 g
Fat: 16 g
Portion size: 2 sticks
Calcium: 0.25 g
Iron: 0.002 g
Portion: 4
Vitamin A: 0.0002 g
Sodium: 0.65 g
Potassium: 0.18 g