Keto Cinnamon Pretzels

Ingredients:

• 2 cups almond flour
• 2 tbsp ground flaxseed (optional for texture)
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 cup butter (melted)
• 1 large egg
• 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese (shredded)
• 1/4 cup cream cheese
• 1 tsp cinnamon (for dough)
• 1/4 cup butter (for brushing)
• 1 tbsp cinnamon (for topping)
• 2 tbsp erythritol or preferred keto sweetener (for topping)

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Mix the dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine almond flour, flaxseed, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
3. Melt the cheese: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the shredded mozzarella cheese and cream cheese. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until fully melted and smooth.
4. Combine wet and dry ingredients: Add the melted cheese mixture to the dry ingredients. Stir in the egg and melted butter. Mix everything together until it forms a dough.
5. Shape the pretzels: Divide the dough into 6 equal portions. Roll each portion into a long rope (about 12 inches long). Twist each rope into a pretzel shape and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
6. Bake: Place the pretzels in the oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.
7. Prepare the topping: While the pretzels bake, melt 1/4 cup of butter in a small bowl. In another bowl, mix the cinnamon and erythritol (or sweetener).
8. Finish the pretzels: Once the pretzels are done, brush them with the melted butter and sprinkle the cinnamon-sweetener mixture over them.
9. Serve: Let the pretzels cool for a few minutes, then enjoy your keto-friendly cinnamon pretzels!