The Keto Cheddar Cheese Ring with pecans is a savory and low-carb treat that is ideal for parties, snacks, or a quick breakfast. This pecan cheese ring is made with sharp cheddar cheese, almond flour, pecans, eggs, and spices, which make a satisfying texture and are rich in taste. This pecan & cheese ring is completely gluten-free & keto-friendly, which makes it an excellent choice for anyone on a low-carb or high-fat diet. We can serve this Keto Cheddar Cheese Ring with soups, dips, or fresh greens for a full, filling dinner.
Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS
STATS:
- Serving size: 1 slice
- Cook time: Twenty-five mins
- Cuisine: American
- Total time: Thirty-five minutes
- Course: Appetizer / Snack
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Diet: Keto, Low-Carb
- Prep time: Ten mints.
- Serving: 8 servings
EQUIPMENT:
- Ring mold
- Large bowl
- Whisk
- Spatula
- Knife
INGREDIENTS:
- Two cups of cheddar cheese
- One cup pecans
- Four large eggs
- A quarter cup of almond flour
- Quarter tsp. baking powder
- Half tsp. garlic seasoning
- Quarter tsp. smoked paprika
- Half tsp. salt
- Quarter tsp. black pepper
INGREDIENTS NOTES:
CHEDDAR CHEESE:
- Sharp cheddar cheese is utilized to make these rings for the strong cheesy taste.
PECANS:
- We can use roasted pecans as they are crunchier and have a strong taste though we can also use the raw pecans as well.
ALMOND FLOUR:
- Almond flour adds moisture and structure and it is also low in carbs as well.
BAKING POWDER:
- Baking powder raises the ring and also provides a light texture in the ring.
GARLIC SEASONING:
- Garlic powder is added to the rings to subtly enhance the flavor of this dish.
PAPRIKA:
- Smoked paprika will enhance the cheese flavor with a subtle smoky flavor.
EGGS:
- Eggs provide protein and richness and it also helps to bind the components with each other.
SALT & PEPPER:
- Salt and pepper are added in the dish to prepare the tasty dish.
Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS
INSTRUCTION:
- We can preheat the oven to three-fifty degrees F.
- Then brush the oil on the ring mold.
- We can include the eggs in bowl and mix with the whisk.
- We can add the paprika, baking powder, salt, garlic seasoning, pepper powder, & almond flour, and stir all the components properly.
- Then we can add pecans & cheddar cheese and stir till they get properly mixed.
- Now we can transfer the mixture in dish and spread equally.
- We can bake the ring for 25 minutes or till the ring gets perfectly brown and firm.
- When the ring gets slightly cool we can remove the pan and serve warm.
SERVING IDEAS:
- We can serve the ring with a keto sour cream or ranch dip
- You could serve this ring as an accompaniment to avocado and eggs to have a delicious breakfast.
- We can make the slices and have them with the green salad.
- You would also have this ring with the keto jalapeno jam.
- We can also have this ring with a bowl of cauliflower soup.
- You can also serve this ring alongside cured meats on a charcuterie board.
TIPS:
- We can slightly cool down the ring then we can remove it from the mold so that it doesn’t break.
- You would toast the pecans before adding the pecans in the batter for additional flavor and crunch.
- We could also utilize the silicon mold to release it simple
- You could also add some bacon or green onions for a different flavor profile.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- We would place the leftover rings in the airtight box and store this dish for 5 days.
FREEZER:
- We can cover the ring with plastic wrap and store this dish for 2 months.
FAQs:
Can I add some other nuts to this?
- We can easily add almonds or walnuts as a substitute for pecans to make this dish.
Is this dish good for vegetarians?
- No, it is not vegetarian-friendly; but if we can use vegetarian cheese it becomes suitable for vegetarians.
Can I make this dish for the meal prep?
- This dish is storage-friendly so we can easily make this dish for meal prep and store this dish for 5 days.
Is the almond flour is necessary to make this dish?
- Yes, almond flour is necessary to provide the structure and we can’t use coconut flour to make this dish.
Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Calories: 210 kcal
Total Carbs: 4g
Net Carbs: 2g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 10g
Fat: 18g
Sodium: 320mg
Calcium: 180mg
Iron: 0.8mg
Vitamin A: 350 IU
Potassium: 120mg
Serving Size: 1/8th of ring
