Description
These zero-carb cheese balls are crispy on the outside, gooey on the inside, and made with just a few simple ingredients. They’re the perfect low-carb snack or appetizer, ready in under 25 minutes with no flour or breadcrumbs needed.
Ingredients
- 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup shredded cheddar or parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine mozzarella, cheddar or parmesan, egg, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and salt.
- Mix until fully combined and slightly sticky.
- Scoop small portions and roll into bite-sized balls.
- Arrange cheese balls on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until golden and slightly crisp on the outside.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use all mozzarella for a milder flavor or add more parmesan for a sharper taste.
- Add chili flakes for heat or smoked paprika for depth.
- Make mini versions for appetizers or party platters.
- Reheat in the oven or air fryer for best texture—avoid microwaving.
- Freeze baked cheese balls and reheat from frozen in the oven.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cheese ball
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
