Delicious Dill Pickle Ranch Keto Cheese Bites Under 1g Net Carb
Cheesy, tangy, and keto-friendly bites made with cheddar, cream cheese, and dill pickles. Lightly baked to golden perfection for a quick, family-approved snack that fits under 1g net carb per serving.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 15
- Total Time: 25
- Yield: 18-24 bites 1x
- Category: keto snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Keto
Ingredients
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
½ cup softened cream cheese
2 tablespoons dill pickle juice
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ cup finely chopped dill pickles (drained)
1 tablespoon ranch seasoning mix
¼ cup almond flour (optional)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
Combine cheddar cheese, cream cheese, pickle juice, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and ranch seasoning in a large bowl
Fold in chopped dill pickles
Add almond flour if using, mixing until uniform
Roll mixture into 18-24 small balls using hands or a scoop
Place on parchment-lined baking sheet
Bake 15-20 minutes until golden and firm to the touch
Let cool before serving
Notes
Ensure cheese is fresh and not expired for best cohesion
Adjust seasonings to personal taste preferences
Store in airtight container in fridge for up to 5 days
Freeze unbaked cheese balls for later use
Add dried dill weed for extra herbal flavor
Use a 1-tablespoon cookie scoop for uniform sizing
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cheese bite
- Calories: 35
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg