Keto Calzone Chunks

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Keto Calzone Chunks are a flavorful & delicious recipe withot raising the carb content. They are made with a few ingredients such as Italian sausage, Parmesan cheese,  onion powder, pepperoni, mozzarella cheese, egg, oregano, black pepper, baking powder, salt, almond flour, garlic powder, and cream cheese. All of these components used in this dish are basic, so you can buy them from the grocery market.This dish contains 320 kcal of calories and 4 g of net carbs in 3 chunks of a single serving size. These chunks are easy to bake as a meal prep. Keto Calzone Chunks are ideal for weekday lunches, snacks, family gatherings, appetizers, short events, parties, and dinners. They freeze well and stay good for almost three months. We require thirty five mintes to bake these chunks completely. Serve them with creamy broccoli soup, keto lemonade, or marinara sauce.

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STATS:

  • Course: Snack
  • Calories: 310 kcal
  • Diet: Keto
  • Prep time: 20 minutes
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Cook time: 15 minutes
  • Portion size: 3 chunks
  • Cooking mode: Oven
  • Total yields: 8
  • Level of difficulty: Easy
  • Overall time: 35 minutes

TOOLS:

  • Cheese grater
  • Mixing bowls
  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Spoon or small ice cream scoop

INGREDIENTS:

  • Cream cheese, 4 oz.
  • 2 cups of shredded mozzarella cheese
  • Half a tsp. of garlic powder
  • ¼ cup of grated Parmesan cheese
  • Half a tsp. of onion powder
  • 1 big egg
  • 1/2 tsp. of dried oregano
  • Almond flour, ¾ cup
  • One-fourth tsp. of back pepper
  • 1/2 cup of chopped pepperoni slices
  • Baking powder, half a tsp.
  • 1/2 cup of Italian sausage
  • One-fourth tsp. of salt

INGREDIENT NOTES:

PEPPERONI:

  • It gives a spicy and savory taste to these chunks without additional carbs. I utilize the turkey pepperoni or nitrate-free for lower fat content and to maintain a keto diet.

CREAM CHEESE:

  • This cheese makes the dough creamy with a moisture content that makes it perfect for keto. Replace it with the high-fat ricotta or mascarpone cheese for a low-carb option.

ITALIAN SAUSAGE:

  • The Italian sausage provides a strong flavor in this dish while maintaining a keto diet. Use the turkey sausage, cooked ground beef, or chicken sausage instead.

MOZZARELLA CHEESE:

  • It melts smoothly and gives a stretchy textre to the dough. You can use the high-fat mozzarella or vegan mozzarella, which works well to make a non-dairy version of this dish.

ALMOND FLOUR:

  • This flour is utilized instead of regular flour, which provides the structure. Replace it with a tiny quantity of coconut flour to keep the dough moist.

PARMESAN CHEESE:

  • We use Parmesan cheese to deliver a sharp, strong taste and help to make the crust crispy. We can substitute it with the Asiago or Pecorino Romano to remain on a keto diet.

EGGS:

  • It helps in binding all the components to make the dough. As an alternative, utilize the flax eggs, which also work perfectly to maintain the low-carb diet.

Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Warm the empty oven to 190 degree Celcius.
  2. Place the baking sheet with parchment paper on it.
  3. Put the cream cheese and mozzarella in a bowl and heat them for half a second, or till they are smooth.
  4. Stir all the dry ingredients in another bowl.
  5. Include the egg and melted cheese mixture in the dry components and whisk them till a dough forms.
  6. Make the small portions from the dough of 2 inches in circle shape on the baking tray.
  7. Include a pinch of Parmesan, chopped pepperoni, and a small quantity of cooked sausage in the middle of all the circles.
  8. Then, wrap the dough over the filling and close the corners to form little portions.
  9. Garnish the surface with the extra oregano and Parmesan cheese.
  10. Bake till they become golden brown, for fifteen minutes.
  11. Before eating, lightly chill them for a while.

TIPS:

  • Garnish it with an egg wash to prepare a golden crust.
  • We utilize a kitchen scale for making equal-sized chunks.
  • You can serve this dish hot for perfect flavor and texture.
  • Don’t overfill to keep the cheese from oozing when baking.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

SALADS:

  • Keto Caesar
  • Arugula & Parmesan
  • Spinach and Avocado

SAUCES & DIPS:

  • Marinara
  • Garlic Aioli
  • Pesto

SOUPS:

  • Creamy Broccoli
  • Tomato Basil
  • Keto Zucchini

SIDES:

  • Roasted Zucchini
  • Garlic Butter Mushrooms
  • Sautéed Spinach

BEVERAGES:

  • Sparkling Water
  • Unsweetened Iced Tea
  • Keto Lemonade

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

  • Keep them in the fridge for for days in a closed vessel.

FREEZER:

  • Arrange the baked chunks in a layer on a baking tray, then place them in bags and store them for three months.

FAQs:

Are these chunks good for meal prep?

  • Yes, keep them for a day in the refrigerator to chill before baking them.

May I include the veggies inside the filling of the chunks?

  • Sure, use the mushrooms or finely chopped spinach, which also works properly.

Can we store them in the freezer?

  • Yes, you can easily store the uncooked and baked chunks in the freezer.

Will I use the dairy products?

  • Sure, add the cream cheese and vegan cheese replacements to make this dish dairy-free.

Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS

NUTRITIONAL FACTS:

Calories: 310 kcal

Sodium: 580 mg

Net carbs: 4 g

Fiber: Two g

Sugar: 1 g

Fats: 27 g

Proteins: 18 g

Portion size: Three chunks

Total carbs: 6 g