Cheese Pops - Puffed Cheese
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Cheese Pops - Puffed Cheese
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Did you know that dried cheese pops in the oven just like corn? Try out this Keto popcorn hack and see for yourself!
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Ingredients
- 3.5 oz / 100g cheddar mild, in a block, or pre-sliced
Instructions
- If you use sliced cheddar, cut it into 0.5 inch / 1 cm squares. If you are using a cheddar block, option to slice into squares or crumble it with your hands to the same size. Don't make the pieces any larger or they won't dry out.
- Cover the cheese with a muslin / kitchen towel to prevent it getting dusty and let it sit in a warm, dry place for up to 3 days. You want the cheese to be completely hard and dry and not rubbery.
- Heat the oven to 200 Celsius / 400 Fahrenheit. Scatter the cheese on a baking tray lined with parchment paper and bake for 4-5 minutes until the cheese pops. To prevent it from popping all over your oven, place a second baking tray closely above the tray.
Notes
- 3g net carbs per portion. Makes 5 portions.
- I calculated 1 portion to be approximately 1 handful of cheese popcorn.
- Sharp cheddar and parmesan will satisfy you quicker than mild, pre-sliced cheddar. The latter, however, tastes more like "real" popcorn - i.e. it has a more neutral flavour.
- If the cheese is not TOTALLY dried out or if the pieces are too large, it will melt rather than pop. Patience is the key!
- Option to add:
- Store in the fridge for up to 3 weeks or freeze for up to 3 months.
- melted butter and corn flavoring
- sea salt
- garlic powder
- a sprinkle of granulated sweetener (for sweet & salty)
- cheddar cheese powder
Nutrition Information
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Serving
20g
Calories
80kcal
(4%)
Total Carbohydrates
0.3g
Protein
5g
(10%)
Fat
6.6g
(10%)
Saturated Fat
4.2g
(21%)
Sugar
0.1g
(0%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 5Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 80 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 20g | |
| Calories | 80kcal | 4% |
| Total Carbohydrates | 0.3g | 0% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 6.6g | 10% |
| Saturated Fat | 4.2g | 21% |
| Sugar | 0.1g | 0% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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