Description
Cheese Whisps are crispy, savory cheese crisps made with shredded sharp cheddar cheese and almond flour, seasoned with garlic powder, salt, and paprika. Perfect as a low-carb snack or appetizer, these bite-sized treats are baked until golden brown and deliver a deliciously cheesy crunch in just 18 minutes.
Ingredients
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Cheese Whisps
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup almond flour
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp paprika
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to ensure the Cheese Whisps don’t stick and bake evenly.
- Mix Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded sharp cheddar cheese, almond flour, garlic powder, salt, and paprika. Stir this mixture thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Drop tablespoon-sized mounds of the cheese mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, making sure to space them apart so they don’t spread into each other during baking.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 6-8 minutes, or until the whisps turn golden brown. Monitor closely to prevent burning as they crisp up quickly.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from oven and allow the Cheese Whisps to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes. This helps them firm up and become extra crispy. Transfer to a serving plate and enjoy.
Notes
- Use sharp cheddar for the best flavor and optimal melting characteristics.
- Almond flour helps to bind the cheese and adds a subtle nutty flavor.
- Spacing the mounds properly on the baking sheet is critical to ensure they don’t merge together while baking.
- Keep a close eye during baking as cheese crisps can quickly go from golden to burnt.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container to maintain crispiness.
