Keto Pierogies Using Fathead Dough - Low Carb

Step 1

Combine the mozzarella cheese and butter in a medium bowl and microwave for 1 minute.

Step 2

Stir, then microwave another minute.

Step 3

Stir until fully combined and cool for 2 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the egg and egg yolk until combined.

Step 5

Add the almond flour and stir with a large spoon until combined.

Step 6

Turn out dough onto smooth surface (or parchment paper) and knead until a semi-stretchy dough is formed. (if the dough is too wet, add a tablespoon or more of almond flour until workable)

Step 7

Divide the dough into 12 equally sized balls.

Step 8

Press each ball into a disk about 4 inches around.

Step 9

Combine the Cheesy Cauliflower Puree and dried onion flakes and mix well.

Step 10

Place about 1.5 tablespoons of room temperature Cheesy Cauliflower Puree onto one half of each disk, leaving a half inch border to seal.

Step 11

Fold the dough over the filling and pinch to seal.

Step 12

Chill 10 minutes or freeze until ready to use (if cooking from frozen, thaw first)

Step 13

Melt the butter in a large saute pan over medium heat.

Step 14

Add the onions and cook for 5 minutes or until soft and translucent.

Step 15

Add 6 of the pierogies to the pan and cook for 3 minutes per side or until the dough has turned golden brown.  Remove and set aside.

Step 16

Cook the remaining 6 pierogies the same way.

Step 17

Serve warm with the onions and butter over the top.