Description
These Spinach Dip Cheese Crisps are a delightful low-carb snack or appetizer that combines the flavors of creamy spinach dip with crispy cheese. They are easy to make and perfect for any gathering or just a tasty treat for yourself.
Ingredients
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For the Cheese Crisps:
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well-drained
- 2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine mozzarella, Parmesan, spinach, cream cheese, garlic, onion powder, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Stir well.
- Form crisps: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of the mixture onto the baking sheet, flatten into thin circles.
- Bake: Bake for 10–12 minutes until golden and bubbling.
- Cool and serve: Let cool on the pan for 5 minutes to crisp up before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve as desired.
Notes
- Ensure the spinach is well-drained to prevent soggy crisps.
- Best served the same day for maximum crunch but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 crisp
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
