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Carnivore Mozzarella Cheese Sticks

This tasty appetizer or snack is perfect for those following a keto or carnivore lifestyle. It’s a satisfying weekend treat that feels indulgent but comes with zero guilt! With ingredients that won’t spike your blood sugar, it’s a win-win. Packed with protein, extremely low in carbs, and guaranteed to impress even the pickiest eaters, these cheese sticks are a hit. Serve them with homemade marinara, a low-carb dipping sauce, ranch dressing, mustard, or whatever your heart desires!

Ingredients

  • 6 Mozzarella sticks (cut in half crosswise for 12 smaller pieces)
  • 1/2 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese (avoid pre-grated varieties with additives)
  • 1 1/2 cups crushed pork rinds (adjust for texture)
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder (optional, if strict carnivore omit)
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tsp water (optional, or omit for thicker egg wash)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Coating:
    • Crush pork rinds using a rolling pin or blender until they resemble fine crumbs.
    • Combine Parmesan cheese, crushed pork rinds, and optional garlic powder in a shallow dish.
  2. Make the Egg Wash:
    • In a separate shallow dish, whisk together the egg and water (if using).
  3. Coat the Mozzarella Sticks:
    • Dip each Mozzarella stick in the egg wash, ensuring it’s fully coated.
    • Roll it in the pork rind mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
    • Repeat the process for a double coating (egg wash, then pork rind mix again).
  4. Freeze:
    • Place coated sticks on a dish or tray lined with parchment paper and freeze for at least 2 hours.
  5. Bake:
    • Preheat oven to 500°F.
    • Line a baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
    • Place frozen Mozzarella sticks on the pan and optionally spray with a light coating of olive oil.
    • Bake for 6–8 minutes or until the coating is golden brown and the cheese is just softened.
  6. Serve:
    • Serve immediately, optionally with warm marinara sauce or a dollop of sour cream if desired.

Here are the approximate nutrition facts for the Carnivore Mozzarella Cheese Sticks:

For the entire recipe (6 sticks):

  • Calories: 1,040 kcal
  • Protein: 86 g
  • Fat: 70 g
  • Carbohydrates: 8 g

Per stick:

  • Calories: 87 kcal
  • Protein: 7.2 g
  • Fat: 5.8 g
  • Carbohydrates: 0.7 g
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High Protein Keto Chocolate Chip Cookies

Keto, paleo, high protein chocolate chip cookies recipe.

This keto high protein chocolate chip cookie recipe combines indulgence with nutrition, offering a guilt free treat perfect for anyone on a low carb diet.

Made with a blend of almond flour and coconut flour, these cookies are packed with fiber and feature added protein powder and collagen for a satisfying boost of nutrients. The collagen supports skin, joint, and gut health, while psyllium husk adds extra fiber to enhance texture and aid digestion. Sweetened with keto-friendly erythritol or allulose, these cookies maintain the perfect balance of sweetness without spiking blood sugar levels. The addition of sugar-free dark chocolate chips creates a rich, indulgent flavor while keeping the carb count low.

Quick to prepare and bake, these cookies are a versatile snack for post workout recovery, a midday pick me up, or a healthy dessert that doesn’t compromise on taste or texture.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup almond flour
  • 2 tbsp coconut flour (for added fiber)
  • ¼ cup grass-fed collagen powder (unflavored or vanilla)
  • 2 tbsp protein powder (low-carb vanilla or chocolate-flavored)
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • Pinch of salt
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter (softened) or coconut oil
  • ¼ cup erythritol or allulose (keto-friendly sweetener)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ⅓ cup sugar-free dark chocolate chips (Lily’s or similar)
  • 1 tbsp psyllium husk powder (for extra fiber and structure)

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven: Set to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a bowl, combine almond flour, coconut flour, collagen powder, protein powder, baking soda, salt, and psyllium husk.
  3. Cream butter and sweetener: In another bowl, beat softened butter (or coconut oil) with the sweetener until fluffy. Mix in the egg and vanilla extract.
  4. Combine wet and dry: Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms. Fold in chocolate chips.
  5. Scoop and bake: Use a cookie scoop to place dough onto the lined baking sheet. Flatten slightly with your fingers. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden.
  6. Cool: Allow cookies to cool completely on the baking sheet to firm up.

Notes:

  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 3-4 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
  • For a crunchier texture, bake an additional 2-3 minutes.

Estimated Nutritional Content (Per Cookie)

Note: The exact nutritional content will vary depending on the specific brands and products used, but here’s an approximate breakdown based on average values for the listed ingredients:

  • Calories: 140-160 per cookie
  • Protein: 6-8g per cookie (from collagen powder, protein powder, egg, and almond flour)
  • Fat: 12-14g per cookie (mostly from almond flour, butter/coconut oil, and chocolate chips)
  • Carbohydrates: 4-6g per cookie (mostly from almond flour, coconut flour, erythritol, and chocolate chips)
    • Fiber: 3-5g per cookie (from almond flour, coconut flour, psyllium husk, and chocolate chips)
    • Net Carbs: 1-3g per cookie (after subtracting fiber and erythritol)
  • Sugar: 0g (sugar-free chocolate chips and erythritol/allulose)
  • Sodium: ~100-120mg per cookie (depends on salt added)

Key Benefits:

Low Carb: With just a few grams of net carbs per cookie, this recipe is ideal for those following keto or low-carb diets.

High Protein: The combination of collagen powder, protein powder, and egg makes these cookies a great source of protein.

High Fiber: Almond flour, coconut flour, and psyllium husk contribute to a good amount of dietary fiber, which helps digestion and satiety.

Enjoy your healthy, protein-packed, and fiber rich cookies!