Pipoca Low Carb

Pipoca Low Carb is a delightful Brazilian snack that substitutes traditional popcorn with crispy and flavorful cheese puffs, making it a perfect low-carb treat. Enjoy these crunchy bites for a guilt-free snack that satisfies your cravings.

Pipoca Low Carb
20 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Brazilian
150 kcal

Ingredients

  • Parmesan cheese - 100 grams
  • Egg - 1 large
  • Almond flour - 50 grams
  • Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon
  • Paprika - 1 teaspoon
  • Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
  • Olive oil - for drizzling

Steps

  1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the grated Parmesan cheese, almond flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg until frothy, then add it to the cheese mixture and stir until well combined.
  4. Using your hands, form small bite-sized balls or clusters from the mixture and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  5. Drizzle a little olive oil over the cheese balls for added crispiness.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-18 minutes, or until golden and crispy.
  7. Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 150
  • Protein: 10 g
  • Carbs: 4 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Sugar: 1 g
  • Sodium: 450 mg
  • Cholesterol: 70 mg
  • Total Fat: 10 g
  • Saturated Fat: 4 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
  • Water: 0.05 L

Health Benefits

  • High in protein, which supports muscle health.
  • Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.

Tags

BrazilianLow CarbSnack