Lower Carb and Gluten-Free Protein Cheesy Breadsticks (6g Carbs + 9g Protein!)

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if you’ve been craving warm, cheesy, fluffy breadsticks that feel indulgent but won’t weigh you down, this recipe is going to be your new go-to.

these cheesy breadsticks are made with simple, real ingredients like eggs, greek yogurt, almond flour, and a touch of tapioca to give them that classic stretchy, bready bite.

they’re lower in carbs, gluten-free, and nothing about them tastes “healthy.”

the texture is honestly unreal because it’s soft, puffy, lightly chewy, and perfectly cheesy without being heavy.

the combo of greek yogurt and eggs creates the fluffiest base.

you get all of that soft, almost bread-like structure but without traditional flour or any funky gums or additives.

the mozzarella melts into the batter, giving you a gorgeous pull and golden top while the almond flour adds just enough body to keep everything sturdy.

you can slice these into breadsticks, dip them in marinara or pesto, or serve them as a cozy side with soups and salads.

they taste like comfort food but feel light enough for any day of the week.

substitutions + variations

one of the best parts about this recipe is how adaptable it is.

almond flour works great here, but if you need a nut-free option, you can sub 3–4 tablespoons coconut flour but know the texture will be a little change.

you can also play around with the cheeses.

mozzarella or italian blend gives the best melt, but cheddar, pepper jack, or a mix of italian cheeses all work beautifully.

for toppings, go wild with garlic butter, everything bagel seasoning, crushed red pepper, basil, rosemary, or even a little parmesan on top if you want a stronger bite.

they can go in a million different directions depending on what you’re serving them with.

storage

these breadsticks store really well, which makes them amazing for meal prep or quick snacks.

keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.

you can reheat them in the air fryer or oven at 350°f for 3–5 minutes to bring back that soft, fluffy texture and the golden cheesy top.

they also freeze well, just thaw slightly and warm them up before serving.

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Lower Carb and Gluten-Free Protein Cheesy Breadsticks (6g Carbs + 9g Protein!)

Recipe by MaryCourse: Snacks
Servings

10

servings
Prep time

15

minutes
Cooking time

3

hours 

45

minutes
Calories

120

kcal

APPROXIMATE MACROS per breadstick
calories: ~120 kcal
protein: ~8.7 g
carbs: ~6.4 g
fat: ~7 g

Ingredients

  • 3 large eggs
    1 cup 2% greek yogurt
    1 cup shredded low-moisture mozzarella
    1/3 cup tapioca flour
    1/2 cup almond flour
    1 tsp baking powder
    1/2 tsp garlic powder
    1/2 tsp italian seasoning
    1/2 tsp sea salt

    topping:
    ~1/3 cup shredded mozzarella
    garlic powder + italian seasoning
    pinch flaky salt

Directions

  • preheat the oven to 375°f and line an 8×8 or 9×9 baking dish with parchment paper.
  • whisk the eggs until lightly foamy. whisk in the greek yogurt until smooth. add the mozzarella and mix well.


  • stir in the tapioca flour, almond flour, baking powder, garlic powder, italian seasoning, and salt until fully combined. you can also add these in any order and the recipe will still turn out great.
  • spread the batter in the baking dish and top with the extra mozzarella and seasonings.
    bake for 25–28 minutes or until lightly golden, puffy, and set in the center. i broiled for a minute for golden crust.
  • cool for 10 minutes before slicing into breadsticks.

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