Keto Classic Shells and Cheese

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food without breaking your diet with this rich and creamy Keto Classic Shells and Cheese! Featuring homemade low-carb "shells" crafted from almond flour and mozzarella cheese, this recipe perfectly mimics the nostalgic texture and look of traditional pasta while staying keto-friendly. A luscious cheddar cheese sauce, enhanced with a touch of garlic and cream, coats every bite with velvety indulgence. Ready in just 35 minutes and packed with flavor, this dish is perfect for satisfying cravings while keeping carbs to a minimum. Serve it as a hearty dinner or comforting side dish, and enjoy a keto twist on a beloved classic!

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup almond flour
• 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 2 tablespoons cream cheese
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.5 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon xanthan gum

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a microwave-safe bowl, combine 1.5 cups of shredded mozzarella cheese and 2 tablespoons of cream cheese. Microwave on high in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until completely melted and smooth.

Step 3

Add 1 cup of almond flour to the melted cheese mixture and stir until a dough forms. If the dough becomes too stiff, return it to the microwave for 10-second intervals to soften.

Step 4

Place the dough between two sheets of parchment paper and roll it out to about 1/8-inch thickness.

Step 5

Use a round cookie cutter or any similarly-shaped tool to cut out 'shells' from the dough. Transfer the cutouts to the prepared baking sheet.

Step 6

Bake the shells in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes until they are golden and firm. Remove from oven and set aside.

Step 7

In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter.

Step 8

Stir in 0.5 teaspoon of garlic powder, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper, and 0.5 teaspoon of xanthan gum. Cook for about 1 minute while stirring.

Step 9

Gradually add 0.5 cup of heavy cream to the saucepan, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens slightly.

Step 10

Add 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese to the saucepan and stir until melted and smooth, forming the cheese sauce.

Step 11

Combine the baked cheese shells with the cheese sauce by gently folding them together in the saucepan to coat evenly.

Step 12

Serve hot and enjoy your keto-friendly shells and cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(675.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2700.4

Total Fat 231.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 117.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g
Cholesterol 574.9mg	0%
Sodium 3937.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 38.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.5g	0%
Total Sugars 4.6g
Protein 121.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 3070.9mg	0%
Iron 3.7mg	0%
Potassium 65.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 76.4%

Protein: 17.9%

Carbs: 5.7%