Keto 2-Ingredient Cottage Cheese Garlic Bites are soft and crisp. They contain only 2 items: cottage cheese & almond flour, but we would also include garlic optionally if we want to increase the savory taste of these bites. We have to use dairy-free cottage cheese to make these bites suitable for them. We can easily store these Keto 2-Ingredient Cottage Cheese Garlic Bites, so there is no issue in preparing them for meal prep purposes. Serve these bites with baked salmon, turkey roast, and ranch dressing. These bites contain 2 g net carbs and 8 g protein per serving.
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STATS:
- Caloric count: 135 kcal
- Preparation Duration: Ten minutes
- Cooking Duration: Twenty minutes
- Total Duration: 30 minutes
- Serving Size: 2 garlic bites
- Course: Snack
- Servings: 8
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Keto
EQUIPMENT:
- Mixing bowl
- Spatula
- Measuring cups
- Baking tray
- Parchment paper
- Cookie scoop
- Oven
INGREDIENTS:
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup almond flour
- 2 garlic cloves
INGREDIENT NOTES:
COTTAGE CHEESE:
- We have to use the cottage cheese to make these bites. It is the key component and provides the good fat content and creaminess in these bites. You can drain the cottage cheese if it contains some liquid, then add in the flour so the dough doesn’t become wet.
ALMOND FLOUR:
- Add the almond flour, which is good for the keto diet. It should be finely ground to make smooth and soft bites. Avoid using the almond meal, as it provides a coarse or rough surface on these bites.
GARLIC:
- Add the fresh garlic to provide the savory flavor & aroma. It is totally optional but recommended to enrich the flavor. You would also decrease the quantity or use garlic powder if you want to add the mild garlic flavor.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Heat the oven to 375°F and put the parchment on the tray.
- Add the cottage cheese, garlic, and almond flour to the vessel & mix.
- Mix all these items to form the soft dough.
- Include one to two extra tbsp. almond flour if the mixture feels sticky.
- Take out small portions and roll them into bite-sized balls.
- Put these bites on the prepared tray with some space between them.
- Bake these bites for 18 to 20 minutes, till the top part gets lightly golden.
- Leave them to cool for five minutes, then serve.
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SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
DIPPING SAUCES:
- Garlic Aioli
- Ranch Dressing
- Spicy Mayo
- Avocado Dip
- Basil Pesto
KETO MAIN DISHES:
- Grilled Chicken
- Garlic Butter Steak
- Baked Salmon
- Roast Turkey
- Lemon Herb Chicken
SOUPS:
- Broccoli Cheddar Soup
- Creamy Mushroom Soup
- Cauliflower Soup
- Chicken Zoodle Soup
- Keto Tomato Soup
SALADS:
- Caesar Salad
- Greek Salad
- Cucumber Salad
- Spinach Salad
- Avocado Salad
SNACKS & APPETIZERS:
- Cheese Board
- Stuffed Mushrooms
- Deviled Eggs
- Beef Jerky
- Marinated Olives
TIPS:
- You could strain the additional moisture content from the cottage cheese to form the firm dough.
- Add one to two tbsp. extra almond flour or put the mixture in the fridge for fifteen minutes so the dough will not get sticky.
- Make them with the cookie scoop to make equal-sized balls.
- Include the mozzarella or parmesan cheese to add the additional cheesy taste.
- Sprinkle the Italian seasonings or dry herbs to provide the extra taste.
- Avoid baking it for a long time, as it will get brown.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Cool these bites properly, then add them to a tight container and store for 4 days.
FREEZER:
- Add the baked bites to the container and freeze them for two months.
FAQs:
Will I utilize the low-fat cottage cheese to make these bites?
- Yes, we would easily utilize the low-fat cottage cheese to make these bites, but it is best to utilize the full-fat cheese as it is more suitable for this diet.
Can I air fry these bites?
- We can easily air fry these bites at 350°F for around 10 to 12 minutes till they get golden.
Would we prepare them without adding garlic?
- Yes, we would easily prepare them without adding garlic, but it will be more delicious with it.
Why does the dough get wet?
- You didn’t properly strain the cottage cheese, so the dough gets wet.
Will I include the herbs or cheese in these bites?
- We would easily include the herbs or cheese, like oregano, Italian seasonings, chives, mozzarella, parsley, and parmesan, to make these more flavorful.
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NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Calories: 135 kcal
Total Carbohydrates: 4 g
Fiber: 2 g
Net Carbs: 2 g
Protein: 8 g
Fat: 10 g
Calcium: 0.14 g
Serving Size: 2 garlic bites
Iron: 0.001 g
Vitamin A: 0.00008 g
Sodium: 0.23 g
Potassium: 0.12 g
Servings: 8