Description

These Keto Cheese Puffed Snacks are the perfect low-carb, keto-friendly game-day treat. Crispy on the outside and melty on the inside, they come together quickly in under 25 minutes. Made with a blend of cheddar and mozzarella cheese along with almond flour and fragrant spices, these cheesy puffs offer a deliciously satisfying snack for cheese lovers and keto enthusiasts alike.

Ingredients

Scale

Cheese Mixture

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (low-moisture)

Spices

1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
½ tsp paprika (smoked or sweet)
¼ tsp black pepper
¼ tsp salt

Dry Ingredients

¼ cup almond flour (or 1 tbsp coconut flour + extra egg white)

Wet Ingredients

1 large egg (room temperature)

Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
Mix Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine shredded cheddar, shredded low-moisture mozzarella, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, black pepper, salt, almond flour, and the large egg. Stir together until a dough forms. If the mixture is too wet, add 1 teaspoon of almond flour; if too dry, add a small splash of cream or some extra egg white to adjust the consistency.
Shape Dough: Wet your hands to prevent sticking, then roll the dough into 12 equal-sized balls, approximately 1 inch each. Place the balls spaced at least 1 inch apart on the prepared baking sheet to allow even baking.
Bake: Bake the cheese puffs in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until they turn golden brown on the outside.
Cool: Remove from the oven and let the puffs cool on the tray for about 5 minutes. They will firm up as they cool, making them easier to handle and enhancing the texture.

Notes

Use freshly shredded cheese rather than pre-shredded for the best puff texture and flavor.
Let the cheese come to room temperature before mixing to help it blend more easily with other ingredients.
Wet your hands when shaping the dough balls to avoid sticky messes.
Extra dough or baked puffs can be frozen for future snacks; reheat in a 350°F (175°C) oven for about 5 minutes to restore crispiness.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Snack
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: keto cheese puffs, low carb snacks, cheese bites, keto snacks, game day snack, gluten free cheese puffs