Low Carb Homemade Maize Puffs
Satisfy your snack cravings with these irresistible Low Carb Homemade Maize Puffs—an innovative twist on a classic favorite! Crafted from a unique blend of maize flour, almond flour, and freshly grated cheddar cheese, these golden, crispy puffs are bursting with rich flavor and a hint of spices like garlic, onion, and paprika. Perfectly light yet delightfully satisfying, they’re oven-baked to perfection, making them a healthier, low-carb alternative to traditional puffs. With just 20 minutes of prep time and straightforward steps, this recipe is ideal for busy days or entertaining guests. Serve them as a guilt-free snack or a crowd-pleasing appetizer that anyone would enjoy!
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Ingredients
- 150 grams Maize flour (cornmeal)
- 50 grams Almond flour
- 100 grams Cheddar cheese, grated
- 30 grams Butter
- 1 large Egg
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 120 milliliters Water
Directions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add water and bring to a simmer.
Step 3
Reduce the heat to low and add the maize flour and almond flour. Stir continuously until the mixture forms a thick paste and starts to pull away from the sides of the pan, about 3-4 minutes.
Step 4
Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly. Gradually stir in the grated cheese, salt, baking powder, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika until fully combined.
Step 5
Add the egg and mix thoroughly until the dough is smooth and elastic.
Step 6
Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a large star nozzle. Pipe small mounds onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Step 7
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the puffs are golden brown and crisp.
Step 8
Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy these deliciously low-carb maize puffs as a light snack or appetizer!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (519.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1572.0 |
| Total Fat 92.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 39.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 397.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2554.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 138.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 17.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 3.2g | |
| Protein 53.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 80.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 873.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 448.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories