Cheesy Bites
Cheesy bites are a quick, low-carb, and gluten-free snack made with just four ingredients: Parmesan, mozzarella, egg, and onion powder. Baked to golden perfection, these savory bites are melty in the middle and crisp on the edges—perfect for a keto appetizer, snack, or side dish ready in just 20 minutes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: About 16 bite-sized pieces
- Category: Appetizer, Snack, Side
- Method: Oven-Baked
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese (shredded)
- 1 egg
- ½ tsp onion powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine Parmesan, mozzarella, egg, and onion powder. Mix until well blended.
- Spread the mixture on the prepared baking sheet, shaping it into a rectangle or circle.
- Bake for about 15 minutes, or until golden, bubbly, and slightly crisp at the edges.
- Let cool for a few minutes, then cut into bite-sized pieces.
- Serve warm for best taste and texture.
Notes
- Add garlic powder, Italian seasoning, or herbs like parsley/chives for flavor variety.
- Use cheddar or pepper jack instead of mozzarella for a different cheesy twist.
- For spice, mix in crushed red pepper flakes.
- These bites are naturally gluten-free and low in carbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 pieces
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Find it online: https://cookedbymaya.com/cheesy-bites/
