Are you looking for a new mouth watering keto bread recipe that is easy to make? These keto cheesy breadsticks might be just the thing you are looking for!
Let’s face it, bread is good. Sometimes it is hard to say goodbye to bread when you are trying to make the switch to low carb. Well, not to worry because there really are some amazing bread recipes out there that you can enjoy on keto and this is one of them!
Keto Cheesy Garlic Breadsticks
The rich, cheesy, garlicky goodness will make your mouth water and have you hooked immediately! These keto breadsticks make an excellent addition to your favorite Italian inspired keto meal (oh, who am I kidding, they make a great addition to all of your keto meals, Italian or not!).
These keto cheesy breadsticks are going to blow your mind and you are going to be surprised by just how easy they are to make. They have a great bread-like texture and aren’t heavy on the egg, which is often a concern with keto recipes like this.
What is Needed to Make Keto Cheesy Garlic Breadsticks?
Here is what you need to have on hand to make these savory and delicious keto cheesy garlic breadsticks:
- Ingredients (listed in the recipe below)
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment paper
- Microwave Safe Bowl
- Medium Size Mixing Bowl
- Mixing Spatula
Once you have this list of items on hand, you are good to go!
How to Make Keto Cheesy Breadsticks
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a microwave safe bowl, add the cream cheese and 1 ½ cups of mozzarella. Heat in the microwave for 30 seconds, then stir, and repeat until melted and well combined.
In a medium bowl, add the almond flour, egg, garlic powder, baking powder and Italian seasoning and mix well.
Press the dough into a rectangle about ¼ – ½ inch thick on the baking sheet. TIP: if you wet your hands, it will be easier.
Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella and parmesan.
Bake for 20-25 minutes until browned and cooked through.
Slice and serve with parsley garnish.
How Long Does it Take to Make These Keto Breadsticks?
Unlike some bread recipes, these keto breadsticks will not take all day to make. From start to finish, preparation and cooking time, your breadsticks will be ready to eat within 45 minutes. I don’t know about you, but I think 45 minutes is well worth it when you get the mouth watering reward in the end.
How Many Carbs Are in These Keto Breadsticks?
A typical cheesy garlic breadstick can have anywhere from 15 to 50 carbs! These keto cheesy garlic breadsticks have just 2 net carbs per serving. No more guilt, my friends. You can once again have breadsticks!
What Dipping Sauce Should be Served with Keto Cheesy Breadsticks?
These breadsticks can easily be enjoyed on their own, there are no extras needed (yes, they are that good), but if you would like to add a dipping sauce, here are some of my favorite sauces to dip them in.
Keto Pesto with Toasted Almonds
All of the above are delicious, but if you are looking for something different and you just can’t decide what you would like to try? Check out this list of keto dipping sauces and try anything you want!
This is a great list of dipping sauces, toppings and dressings that you can add to your keto dishes.
What Recipes Are Good To Serve These Keto Breadsticks With?
Sometimes you just want to enjoy these cheesy keto breadsticks on their own and that’s okay! I am not going to judge you if you want to do just that. They do, however, pair very well with many different keto recipes. Here are some of my favorites:
Almond Pesto Zucchini Noodles – Pasta and breadsticks just go well together, don’t you think? That proves to be true with keto-friendly “pasta” dishes as well!
Keto Meatball Casserole – There is a reason that people love meatball sandwiches. Meatballs and bread just go together so well! That’s why this Keto Meatball Casserole is such a great dish to pair these breadsticks with.
Keto Eggplant Parmesan – This keto eggplant parmesan is packed full of flavor and easy to make. When served alongside these keto cheesy garlic breadsticks, you have a savory, delicious dish that will please a crowd.
Keto Lasagna – This keto lasagna is a delicious dinner to make when you are feeding a crowd. The flavor bursts of the meat and marinara pair well with the cheesy garlic goodness of these breadsticks.
Can You Freeze Keto Cheesy Breadsticks?
If you don’t want to eat an entire batch of these breadsticks, but you don’t want to waste them, don’t worry! You can store the unbaked portion of the breadstick dough in the freezer in an airtight container until you are ready to enjoy them.
Other Keto Bread Recipes You Might Like
Keto Cheesy Breadsticks with Garlic
Ingredients
- 2 cups Mozzarella cheese shredded and divided
- 2 ounces cream cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup almond flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a microwave safe bowl, add the cream cheese and 1 ½ cups of mozzarella.
- Heat in the microwave for 30 seconds, then stir, and repeat until melted and well combined.
- In a medium bowl, add the almond flour, egg, garlic powder, baking powder and Italian seasoning and mix well.
- Press the dough into a rectangle about ¼ – ½ inch thick on the baking sheet. TIP: if you wet your hands, it will be easier.
- Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella and parmesan.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until browned and cooked through.
- Slice and serve with parsley garnish.
Nutrition
Trina Krug is a Holistic Nutritionist, Integrative Health Coach and host of the Carbless Conversations Podcast. With a Master’s Degree in Complementary and Alternative Medicine, her single mission in life is to facilitate self-healing in herself and those around her through awareness, lifestyle shifts and low-carb eating. As a current Doctor of Science student, she continues her studies in functional nutrition.