🥩 Carnivore Protein Bars – 3 Flavor Variations
🔥 Basic Method (applies to all variations):
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Mix all ingredients together with your hands.
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Shape into 4 bar-shaped patties (about 1-inch thick).
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Air Fry at 400°F (200°C) for 10–15 minutes, depending on how browned or crispy you like them.
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Let cool slightly and enjoy — plain, or with cream cheese, butter, or even mayo on top.
🍔 1. Ballpark Bars (Makes 4)
Classic, tangy, cheesy — all the vibes of a stadium burger.
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1/2 lb lean ground beef
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28 g cheddar cheese (shredded or cubed)
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28 g pepper jack cheese
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1 tbsp sugar-free ketchup
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1 tbsp mustard
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Seasonings: Redmond’s seasoned salt, cracked black pepper
🧠 Pro Tip: These are extra good with a dollop of mustard or even a crunchy pickle slice (if you’re less strict carnivore).
🧀 2. Rosemary Blue Cheese Bars (Makes 4)
Savory, herby, and bold — a little fancy with a kick.
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1/2 lb lean ground beef
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28 g blue cheese crumbles
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28 g shredded mozzarella
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Dash of Worcestershire sauce (optional if not strict carnivore)
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Seasonings: Dried rosemary, Redmond’s lemon pepper, garlic salt
🧠 Pro Tip: These pair AMAZING with a pat of butter or cream cheese to mellow out the blue cheese.
🧂 3. Creamy Parmesan Bars (Makes 4)
Rich, smooth, and cheesy — this one hits every creamy, umami craving.
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1/2 lb lean ground beef
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28 g shaved Parmesan
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28 g Colby cheese
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1 tbsp Duke’s mayo (or your fave sugar-free mayo)
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Seasonings: Redmond’s onion salt, cracked peppercorns
🧠 Pro Tip: Smear these with Kerrygold butter while they’re still warm — it melts into the parmesan and it’s unreal.
💡 Tips + Add-In Ideas
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Want extra fat? Add a spoon of bacon grease, tallow, or butter to the mix.
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For spice: Try crushed red pepper, chili powder, or even diced jalapeños.
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Add chopped pepperoni or crumbled bacon for bonus meaty goodness.
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Try with ground pork, lamb, or bison instead of beef to mix it up.
Want me to write these out into a printable or meal prep plan? Or come up with a sweet/spicy version next?