About This Recipe
Meet your new crunchy, low-carb obsession: everything bagel–spiced Parmesan crisps crowned with whipped chive cream cheese. Ready in about 15 minutes with just a handful of ingredients, they’re perfect for snacking, appetizers, or a party board.
- Fast: Oven-to-table in ~15 minutes.
- Simple: 5 pantry-friendly ingredients.
- Low carb: Naturally grain-free and gluten-free.
Ingredients
- Shredded Parmesan cheese
- Cream cheese (softened)
- Everything bagel seasoning
- Fresh chives, finely chopped
- Lemon zest
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line 1–2 sheet pans with parchment or silicone mats.
- Spoon 1-tablespoon mounds of Parmesan onto the pans, 2 inches apart. Flatten slightly into 2–2.5 inch circles. Sprinkle each with a pinch of everything bagel seasoning.
- Bake 6–8 minutes until bubbly with golden edges. Rotate the pan halfway for even browning.
- Cool on the pan 3 minutes to set, then transfer crisps to a rack to cool completely and turn ultra-crispy.
- Meanwhile, beat softened cream cheese with lemon zest and finely chopped chives until fluffy. If needed, loosen with 1–2 teaspoons olive oil or a splash of water.
- Pipe or spoon a small dollop of the chive cream onto each cooled crisp right before serving. Garnish with extra chives or seasoning if you like.
- Serve immediately. Store plain crisps airtight up to 3 days; add the topping only when serving to keep them crisp.
Keto Focus
Cheese-based crisps replace carb-heavy crackers; high fat and moderate protein from Parmesan and cream cheese; no flours or added sugars. Most of the carbs come from spices and herbs, keeping net carbs very low.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
- Calories: 195
- Protein: 10g
- Fat: 17g
- Total Carbs: 2.2g
- Fiber: 0.3g
- Net Carbs: 1.9g
Nutrition values are estimates and can vary based on exact ingredients and portion size.
Tips & Variations
- Crispier results: Use parchment or a silicone mat and let crisps cool fully before topping.
- Cheese swap: Try Asiago or a Parmesan–cheddar blend for a different flavor.
- Heat it up: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or cracked black pepper before baking.
- Upgrade the topping: Fold in finely minced dill or a touch of lemon juice for extra brightness.
- Serving idea: Pair with sliced cucumbers or smoked salmon for a luxe bite.
- Make-ahead: Store plain crisps in an airtight container up to 3 days; keep the chive cream separate and top just before serving.
Recipe Snapshot
- Category: Snack
- Difficulty: Easy
- Seasonality: All-season