Cheese Balls Recipe (Low-Carb / Zero-Carb Option)

Ingredients

Cheese Filling

• 1½ cups shredded mozzarella
• ½ cup shredded cheddar or parmesan
• 2 tbsp cream cheese, softened
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp paprika
• Salt & black pepper, to taste

Coating

• ½ cup almond flour (low-carb option)
  or
• ½ cup breadcrumbs (not zero-carb)

Instructions

1. Mix the filling
   
   • In a bowl, combine mozzarella, cheddar/parmesan, cream cheese, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
   • Mix until fully combined (use hands if needed).
3. Shape
   
   • Roll mixture into small balls (about 1 tablespoon each).
5. Coat
   
   • Roll each ball lightly in almond flour (or breadcrumbs).
7. Bake
   
   • Preheat oven to 200°C / 400°F
   • Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
   • Place balls evenly spaced.
   • Bake for 12–15 minutes, until golden and crispy.
8. 
   OR Air Fry
   
   • Air fry at 190°C / 375°F for 8–10 minutes, shaking halfway.
10. Serve
    
    • Let cool slightly (cheese is HOT inside 😋)
    • Serve plain or with garlic yogurt dip, marinara, or ranch.

Tips

✔ For extra crispiness, spray lightly with oil

✔ Add chili flakes for heat

✔ Works great with parmesan only for firmer balls

✔ Store in fridge up to 3 days & reheat in air fryer