Keto Brazilian Cheese Rolls with Caramelized Pecan Sauce

Allergens

Dairy, Nuts

Ingredients

• 4 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup almond flour
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 large egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• A pinch of salt
• 1 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans
• 1/4 cup erythritol
• 1/4 cup heavy cream

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a bowl, mix together the softened cream cheese, almond flour, Parmesan cheese, egg, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined. Roll the mixture into 8 equal portions, forming small cheese balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, spaced apart. Bake for 12 15 minutes, or until golden brown. Remove from the oven and let cool. In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add chopped pecans and cook for 3 4 minutes until slightly toasted. Stir in erythritol and heavy cream, and continue cooking until the sauce thickens, about 5 minutes. Drizzle the caramelized pecan sauce over the cooled cheese rolls and serve immediately.

Chef’s Insight

The combination of creamy cheese and crunchy nuts creates a unique texture that will leave your guests amazed, while the subtle sweetness from erythritol makes this dish perfect for keto diets.

Notes

Be sure to use a sugar substitute like erythritol to keep the carb count low for keto diets.