Keto Mozzarella Sticks
Servings 6 people
Calories 94123123kcal
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons coconut flour
- 1 egg large
- ½ cup almond flour blanched
- ½ cup pork rinds crushed
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- salt and pepper to taste
- 11 pieces mozzarella string cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F / 204 degrees C.
- In a small bowl, place 2 tablespoons coconut flour. In a second small bowl, beat 1 egg. Mix ½ cup almond flour, crushed ½ cup pork rinds, 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, and salt and pepper to taste in a third bowl.2 tablespoons coconut flour, 1 egg, ½ cup almond flour, ½ cup pork rinds, 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, salt and pepper to taste
- Take 11 pieces mozzarella string cheese and dredge in coconut flour, then dip in egg wash, shaking off any excess. Roll in almond flour mixture until well coated, then place on a lined baking sheet. Repeat with all mozzarella pieces, ensuring they don’t touch each other.11 pieces mozzarella string cheese
- Place baking sheet in freezer for at least one hour or until ready to bake. This step prevents cheese from oozing during baking.
- Once ready to bake, place frozen mozzarella sticks on a lined baking sheet, preferably on second-lowest rack.
- Bake for four to five minutes, until bottom side is golden. Carefully flip each mozzarella stick and bake for an additional three to four minutes or until golden brown.
- Serve cheese sticks hot with your favorite keto dipping sauce, such as marinara sauce or low-carb ranch.
Nutrition
Calories: 94kcal | Net carbs: 2g | Fat: 7g | Protein: 5g