Description
Cheese Parmesan Mozzarella Snack Bites bring irresistible Italian flavors to your appetizer game. Crispy edges, melty centers, and simple ingredients make these bites perfect for quick gatherings or solo snacking when you crave something deliciously cheesy.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese:
- 1 cup parmesan cheese
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese
Binding Agent:
- 1 egg
Seasoning:
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Blend parmesan, mozzarella, egg, and onion powder in a mixing bowl until thoroughly combined, creating a uniform cheesy mixture.
- Heat oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking.
- Cover a baking sheet with parchment paper, ensuring complete surface coverage.
- Spread the cheese mixture in a uniform, thin layer across the prepared baking sheet, maintaining consistent thickness.
- Position the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 15 minutes.
- Watch for golden brown edges and crispy texture as indicators of perfect doneness.
- Remove from oven and allow to cool for a few minutes, which helps the cheese set and become more manageable.
- Gently break or cut the baked cheese into bite-sized pieces.
- Serve immediately while still warm and crisp for optimal flavor and texture.
Notes
- Quick and addictive protein-packed snack perfect for keto and low-carb dieters.
- Versatile recipe that transforms simple cheese into crispy, irresistible bites.
- Swap mozzarella with other hard cheeses like cheddar for different flavor profiles.
- Use parchment paper or silicone mat to prevent sticking and ensure even browning.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 225 kcal
- Sugar: 0.3 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 17 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg