Gluten-Free Crispy Cheddar Cheese Sticks
Indulge in a golden, cheesy delight with these Gluten-Free Crispy Cheddar Cheese Sticks—perfect for satisfying snack cravings or impressing guests at your next gathering! Crafted with sharp cheddar cheese, a blend of gluten-free breadcrumbs, almond flour, and a touch of garlic and paprika, these cheese sticks offer a flavorful, crunchy coating that’s oven-baked to perfection. With a prep time of just 15 minutes and no deep frying required, this recipe is easy, mess-free, and packed with wholesome ingredients. Serve them warm alongside your favorite dipping sauces for a snack that’s irresistibly crispy on the outside and gooey on the inside. Ideal for gluten-free diets and anyone who loves cheesy appetizers with a healthy twist!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Gluten-free bread crumbs
- 8 ounces Cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup Almond flour
- 0.25 cup Cornstarch
- 2 large Eggs
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
Directions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
Cut the cheddar cheese into 1/2-inch thick sticks, about 4 inches long.
Step 3
In a shallow bowl, mix the gluten-free bread crumbs, almond flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Step 4
In another shallow bowl, whisk the eggs until smooth.
Step 5
Place the cornstarch in a third shallow bowl.
Step 6
Coat each cheese stick first in cornstarch, then dip into the beaten eggs, and finally, roll in the bread crumb mixture, pressing lightly to adhere the coating.
Step 7
Lay the coated cheese sticks on the prepared baking sheet, spaced apart to ensure even baking.
Step 8
Drizzle or spray the olive oil lightly over the coated cheese sticks for added crispiness.
Step 9
Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
Step 10
Allow the cheese sticks to cool slightly before serving, and enjoy them warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (665.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2431.0 |
| Total Fat 130.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 45.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 533.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4546.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 228.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 14.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 10.2g | |
| Protein 79.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 82IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1137.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 992.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories