Low Sodium Parmesan Bites
Satisfy your snack cravings with these irresistible Low Sodium Parmesan Bites—perfectly savory and delightfully crisp. Made with low-sodium Parmesan cheese, unsalted butter, and a fragrant touch of fresh parsley, this recipe delivers big flavor without the extra salt, making it ideal for those seeking heart-healthy options. Each bite-sized delight is crafted from scratch, blending simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour and olive oil, then rolled into tender, golden-brown morsels baked to perfection. With only 15 minutes of prep time, these quick and easy cheese bites are perfect for entertaining, pairing with your favorite dips, or enjoying solo as a guilt-free snack. Whether warm or at room temperature, their melt-in-your-mouth texture and cheesy goodness will make them a new crowd-pleasing favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter
- 0.75 cup low-sodium grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon low-sodium baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, low-sodium baking powder, and ground black pepper. Mix well.
Add the unsalted butter to the flour mixture and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Stir in the low-sodium grated Parmesan cheese and minced fresh parsley until evenly distributed.
Add the water and olive oil to the mixture, stirring until the dough begins to hold together. If the dough is too dry, add an additional tablespoon of water.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently until smooth.
Roll the dough into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter, and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about an inch apart.
Flatten each ball slightly with the palm of your hand, shaping them into round bites.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
Remove from the oven and allow to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve warm or at room temperature for the best flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1726 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 113.2 g | 145% | |
| Saturated Fat | 62.5 g | 312% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 160 mg | 53% | |
| Sodium | 554 mg | 24% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 99.9 g | 36% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.5 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.3 g | ||
| Protein | 77.3 g | 155% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2005 mg | 154% | |
| Iron | 6.0 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 360 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
