Description
These keto mozzarella cheese sticks are quick, cheesy, and low-carb — a perfect snack for keto lovers. With a crispy outer edge and melty center, they’re made from simple pantry ingredients and come together in under 15 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
- Sugar-free marinara sauce, for dipping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Spread mozzarella into thin rectangular strips (4–5 inches long) directly on the parchment paper, leaving space between each strip.
- Sprinkle evenly with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, red pepper flakes (if using), and Parmesan.
- Bake for 6–8 minutes until edges are golden brown. Watch closely to avoid overbaking.
- Remove from oven and cool for about 30 seconds. While still warm and pliable, gently roll each strip into a stick.
- Let them firm up, then serve warm with sugar-free marinara sauce.
Notes
- For crispier sticks, bake an extra minute but monitor closely.
- Avoid microwaving leftovers, as the texture can become rubbery.
- Use parchment paper—not wax paper—to prevent sticking.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Keto / Low-Carb
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 sticks
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: undefined
- Trans Fat: undefined
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: undefined
