Description
Savory bites of fluffy bread infused with Parmesan cheese, garlic, and herbs, perfect as an appetizer or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup minced fresh parsley (or 2 tablespoons dried parsley)
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes (if using), and baking powder.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted unsalted butter and the egg until well combined, adding fresh parsley if using.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until a dough forms, adjusting with more flour if necessary.
- Form the dough into bite-sized balls, about 1 inch in diameter, and place on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown and slightly firm to the touch.
- Remove from the oven and cool slightly before transferring to a wire rack.
- Serve warm as an appetizer or snack.
Notes
Try different cheeses or add herbs for variation. They pair well with marinara or ranch dip.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 bites
- Calories: 225
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg