Keto Cheesy Cauliflower Bites are very delicious. We make these bites with the combination of parmesan cheese, cauliflower florets, mozzarella cheese, parsley, and eggs. These ingredients are very simple and we easily obtain them from the grocery stores. These bites prepare quickly in only thirty-five minutes; so they are best for any event or gathering. It contains 3.2g net carbs in one serving. Serve these Keto Cheesy Cauliflower Bites with garlic aioli, keto marinara, or grilled meat. We store these bites without any issues, so they are perfect for meal prep purposes as well. These cauliflower bites contain cheese, so they are not good for those with dairy allergies. Use the vegan cheese for this purpose.
Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS
STATS:
- Calories: 165 kcal
- Prep time: 15 minutes
- Portion size: 6 bites
- Cook time: 22 minutes
- Cuisine: American
- Total time: 37 minutes
- Course: Appetizer
- Diet: Keto
- Portion: 4
EQUIPMENT:
- Baking sheet
- Chopping board
- Parchment paper
- Knife
- Cheese grater
- Mixing bowl
- Oven
INGREDIENTS:
- Cauliflower florets: 2 cups
- Mozzarella cheese: 1 cup
- Garlic powder: One tsp.
- Parmesan cheese: ½ cup
- Egg: 1 big
- Almond flour: Quarter cup
- Paprika: ½ tsp.
- Salt: ½ tsp.
- Black pepper: ¼ tsp.
- Onion powder: Half tsp.
- Fresh parsley: 1 tbsp.
INGREDIENT NOTES:
CAULIFLOWER FLORETS:
- We have to utilize the fresh florets of cauliflower to provide the best taste and texture. Stem the florets till soft, and then we chop them finely and squeeze the extra water content from them.
MOZZARELLA & PARMESAN CHEESE:
- Use the mozzarella and parmesan cheese to provide the cheesy flavor. Mozzarella creates the stretch and pulling string in the bites, while the parmesan provides the deep and sharp taste of cheese.
EGGS:
- Eggs will work as a binding agent to prepare these bites. It also provides the protein content. Use the neutral temperature eggs so they get mixed easily.
ALMOND FLOUR:
- Almond flour will help absorb the moisture from these bites. It also makes them crisp while keeping them keto.
SEASONING:
- Use the seasonings, which include black pepper, garlic powder, salt, onion powder, and paprika powder, to provide the deep and savory flavor in these bites. We adjust the salt amount as per preference.
PARSLEY:
- Fresh parsley provides freshness in these bites and also adds color to them. Use the chives instead if you don’t like parsley.
Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS
INSTRUCTIONS:
- We warm the oven to 200° F.
- Place the paper on the dish.
- Steam the florets till tender, and then cool them lightly.
- Then finely chop the florets and squeeze out all the extra moisture content.
- Take a mixing dish and mix the mozzarella cheese, eggs, seasoning, cauliflower florets, and almond flour.
- Now we make the small balls and put them in the tray.
- Then we flatten the bites lightly so they bake quickly.
- Bake these bites for twenty to twenty-two minutes till crisp & golden.
- Flip the sides of the bites in between.
- Now we cool the bites for five minutes and garnish them with parsley and serve.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
DIPS:
- Garlic aioli
- Chipotle mayonnaise
- Ranch dip
- Keto marinara
MAIN DISHES:
- Grilled chicken
- Baked salmon
- Beef steak
- Roasted turkey
SALADS:
- Avocado salad
- Caesar salad
- Cucumber salad
- Coleslaw
APPETIZERS:
- Keto sliders
- Stuffed mushrooms
- Deviled eggs
- Cheese platter
TIPS:
- We have to dry the cauliflower nicely before mixing so the bites get nicely crisp.
- You can broil the bites for one to two minutes, so they get a crisp exterior.
- Use the silicon sheet instead, so they release easily.
- Don’t add lots of bites on the tray so they get perfectly crisp.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Put these bites in the close-tight dish & store for four days.
FREEZER:
- Freeze the cooled bites in one layer in a baking tray. Then add them to the box and store them for one month.
FAQs:
Can I air-fry these bites?
- Yes, air-fry them for 12-14 minutes at 190 degrees C and shake them in between times.
Will we include cheddar cheese as a substitute for mozzarella?
- Yes, use the cheddar cheese instead, but it provides a sharp taste and a less stretchy texture.
Are these bites good for kids?
- Yes, these bites have a mild taste and have cheese in them, so kids will love to have them.
Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Calories: 165 kcal
Net carbs: 3.2 g
Portion: 1 portion
Total carbs: 5.6 g
Fiber: 2.4 g
Protein 9.8 g
Fat: 11.5 g
Portion size: 6 g
Calcium: 210 g
Iron: 1.2 g
Vitamin A: 0.18 g
Sodium: 320 g
Potassium: 280 g