Keto Little Caesars Puffs

These Keto Little Caesars Puffs are a great low-carb substitute for the traditional cheesy breadsticks. These Caesars Puffs are opulent, delicious, & bursting with flavor. These puffs are prepared with a combination of just mozzarella cheese, almond flour, and cream cheese. The dough bakes into nice, crispy & golden puffs that turn out into a great snack or side dish. These Caesars Puffs lack the carbs but are just as tasty as the original and are seasoned with onion & garlic powder. For the ultimate treat, they go well with Keto marinara sauce & ranch dressing. These Keto Little Caesars Puffs are a guilt-free way to indulge in a cheesy, delicious snack, with only 3g of net carbs/serving. They are simple to prepare, store well in the freezer, and are a fantastic way to meet your carb needs without sacrificing your diet.

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STATS:

• Calories: 180 kcal
• Prep time: Ten mins
• Serving size: 1 puff
• Cook time: 12 to 15 minutes
• Cuisine: American
• Total time: 22 to 25 minutes
• Course: Appetizer
• Diet: Keto, Low-carb
• Serving: 8 to 10 puffs

EQUIPMENT:

• Baking sheet
• Microwave-safe bowl
• Parchment paper
• Spatula
• Bowl
• Scoop
• Brush
• Serving plate

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 ½ cups mozzarella cheese
• ¾ cup almond flour
• 2 oz. cream cheese
• 1 large egg
• ½ tsp. garlic powder
• 1 tbsp. Parmesan cheese
• ½ tsp. onion powder
• ½ tsp. baking powder
• ¼ tsp. salt
• ¼ tsp. black pepper
• 1 tbsp. olive oil

INGREDIENTS NOTES:

MOZZARELLA CHEESE:

• Mozzarella cheese provides stretch and shape and utilizes low-moisture, part-skim cheese for optimal effects. It serves as the foundation for making several keto-friendly dough-like fathead dough.

ALMOND FLOUR:

• We use a finely milled almond flour produces a smoother texture and adds body and a hint of nutty flavor. Coconut flour may be used in its place, but use less of it.

CREAM CHEESE:

• Cream cheese helps bind the dough and adds moisture and richness.

EGGS:

• The egg holds everything together by acting as a binder.

GARLIC POWDER:

• Garlic powder increases the savory aromas and also adds the taste.

PARMESAN CHEESE:

• Parmesan cheese provides a little sharpness and umami and also aids in crisping as well.

ONION POWDER:

• Onion powder will enhance taste intensity.

BAKING POWDER:

• Baking powder gives the dough rise and a little fluff.

SALT:

• Salt will improve the taste of the dish in general.

BLACK PEPPER:

• Black pepper provides warmth and a hint of spice.

OLIVE OIL:

• Olive oil helps to impart the taste in the dish and also aids in hydration and crisping.

Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS

INSTRUCTION:

1. Turn the oven on to 375°F.
2. We can line the parchment paper on the pan.
3. Put the mozzarella cheese & cream cheese in a microwave-safe bowl.
4. We can melt the cheese in the microwave for30-60 seconds.
5. Mix them with the spatula to combine.
6. We can add the almond flour, egg, baking powder, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder to the melted cheese.
7. You can stir the components to make dough.
8. Add one spoonful of additional almond flour at a time if the dough is too sticky.
9. Scooping out one to two teaspoons.
10. Roll the dough into a ball.
11. Transfer these balls to the baking sheet that has been prepared and gently press it into a puff.
12. Spread these balls equally across the sheet and repeat with the remaining dough.
13. We can apply the oil on the upper side of every puff.
14. Then garnish with Parmesan cheese if you want.
15. Bake these puffs for 12 to 15 minutes or till the puffs should be golden brown & get crunchy from the outside.
16. We can cool down the puffs for several minutes before serving.
17. Accompany the Keto Little Caesars Puffs with keto marinara sauce or ranch dressing for dipping.

TIPS:

• You may broil the puffs after baking for a further one to two minutes to make these puff crispier, but keep a close eye on them to avoid burning.
• We can add some more herbs or Italian spice for the additional flavor.
• These puffs can be served with the keto-friendly creamy garlic sauce, ranch, or marinara that go well with these puffs.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

• We can store these Caesars Puffs in a sealed container for more than 3 days.

FREEZER:

• We can put these Caesars Puffs in a sealed container and store these puffs for more than a month.

FAQs:

Are these Caesars Puffs low in carbs?

• These Caesars Puffs is only comprises of 3g net carbs, 9g proteins, 4g carbs, and 1g fiber is present in the individual serving of this Caesars Puffs.

Will we store these Caesars Puffs?

• Yes you would put these Caesars Puffs in the seal container and store the puffs for 3 days in the fridge or you would also freeze these Caesars Puffs for more than 1 month.

Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Calories: 180 kcal
Potassium: 80mg
Net carbs: 3g
Iron: 1.1mg
Total carbs: 4g
Vitamin A: 40IU
Fiber: 1g
Calcium: 150mg
Protein: 9g
Sodium: 320mg