Air Fryer Farmer Cheese Munchkins | GF

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What is farmer cheese?

Farmer cheese is a fresh, mild, and slightly tangy cheese made from curdled milk. It's soft, crumbly, and versatile, making it perfect for both sweet and savory recipes. High in protein and low in fat, it adds a creamy texture without overpowering other flavors, making it a great ingredient for healthy, wholesome dishes.

Difference between farmer cheese and cottage cheese...

• Texture:

  • Farmer Cheese: Dense, crumbly, and drier in texture.

  • Cottage Cheese: Creamier, with visible curds, and more moisture.

• Flavor:

  • Farmer Cheese: Mild, slightly tangy, with a neutral taste.

  • Cottage Cheese: Mild, but often saltier and creamier.

• Moisture Content:

  • Farmer Cheese: Lower moisture content, making it firmer.

  • Cottage Cheese: Higher moisture, resulting in a more liquid or creamy consistency.

• Fat Content:

  • Farmer Cheese: Typically lower in fat, especially in its plain form.

  • Cottage Cheese: Can vary, with low-fat and full-fat options commonly available.

• Production:

  • Farmer Cheese: Made by pressing and draining more whey from the curds, resulting in a firmer texture.

  • Cottage Cheese: Less whey is drained, keeping the curds soft and moist.

• Culinary Use:

  • Farmer Cheese: Ideal for recipes requiring a firmer cheese, such as fillings, spreads, or salads.

  • Cottage Cheese: Commonly used in dishes where a creamy texture is desired, like salads, snacks, or smoothies.

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Air Fryer Farmer Cheese Munchkins

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Yield: 9-10 Munchkins

Author: Deimante Dabravolskis

Prep time: 7 MinCook time: 4 MinTotal time: 11 Min

Easy, six ingredient munchkins made right in the air fryer with 5 grams of protein per piece.

Ingredients

• 1 cup farmer cheese
• 1 egg
• 1/4 granulated sugar of choice (coconut, maple, monk fruit, etc)
• 3/4 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour
• pinch of salt
• 1 tsp baking powder
• Avocado oil spray

Instructions

1. To bowl, add farmer cheese and granulated sugar. Combine it well with the backside of a form.
2. Crack in the egg and mix to combine.
3. Add in flour, salt, and baking powder. Mix to form a thick batter.
4. Grab a chunk of batter, roll it into a ball and set aside.
5. Preheat air fryer 350F for 5 minutes.
6. Place munchkin into the air fryer, spray the tops with some avocado oil and air fryer at 350F for 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories

89

Fat (grams)

1.6 g

Carbs (grams)

14.6 g

Protein (grams)

5 g

Fiber (grams)

0.2 g

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