Description

Crispy baked onion rings filled with gooey mozzarella cheese sticks, coated in a flavorful low-carb almond flour breading. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or party treat!

Ingredients

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2 large onions, sliced into 1/2-inch rings
1 cup mozzarella cheese sticks, cut to fit inside onion rings
2 cups almond flour
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 large eggs, beaten
1/4 cup milk (use almond milk for a low-carb option)

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Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
Prepare Onion Rings: Carefully separate onion slices into individual rings. Pair rings with a gap between them to fit a mozzarella stick inside. Insert the mozzarella stick into the gap and gently press the rings together to secure.
Prepare Coating: In a shallow bowl, mix almond flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. In another shallow bowl, whisk together eggs and milk.
Coat Rings: Dip each mozzarella-filled onion ring into the egg mixture, ensuring it’s fully coated. Then, coat it in the almond flour mixture, pressing firmly to adhere.
Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the coated rings on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer, leaving space between each ring.
Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15–20 minutes, or until the coating is golden and crispy, and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Cool and Serve: Let the onion rings cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before serving to allow the cheese to set slightly.

Notes

For extra crispiness, broil the rings for 1–2 minutes at the end of baking, but watch closely to avoid burning.
Serve with a low-carb marinara sauce or ranch dip for added flavor.
To make ahead, assemble the rings and freeze them unbaked. Bake directly from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the cooking time.
Ensure the almond flour is finely ground for a smoother coating