Description
Delightful gluten-free cheese bites with a nutty almond flour base, perfect for snacks or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup grated cheese (Parmesan or cheddar recommended)
- 1 egg
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: 1/2–1 teaspoon dried herbs (oregano, basil, or a pinch of crushed red pepper)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, combine almond flour, grated cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until evenly mixed.
- Add the egg and any optional herbs. Mix with a spatula or your hands until a uniform dough forms. If the dough is too sticky, add a tablespoon of almond flour at a time until manageable.
- Shape the dough into small balls (about 1 tablespoon each) or flatten into small discs for faster, even baking. Place them about 1 inch apart on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until edges are golden brown and the tops are set. Rotate the pan halfway through if your oven has hot spots.
- Let cool on the sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
These bites are relatively low in carbohydrates and provide a moderate amount of protein and healthy fats from almond flour and egg.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 bites
- Calories: 137
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 11.7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7.7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4.2g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6.2g
- Cholesterol: 70mg