Description
These broccoli cheese bites are a delicious and easy-to-make keto and low-carb snack or appetizer. Packed with flavor and nutrients, they are perfect for a quick bite or party dish.
Ingredients
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Broccoli Cheese Bites:
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1¼ cup grated cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup almond flour
- 1 large egg
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 1 pinch red pepper flakes
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- flaked salt or additional sea salt (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Steam Broccoli: Steam the broccoli florets until tender. Pulse in a food processor until rice-like grains.
- Mix Ingredients: In a bowl, combine broccoli, cheddar, almond flour, egg, spices. Mix well.
- Shape Bites: Form mixture into rounds on baking sheet. Sprinkle with salt.
- Bake: Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden and crispy. Cool before serving.
Notes
- You can customize these bites by adding diced ham, bacon bits, or different cheeses.
- Ensure the broccoli is well-drained to avoid excess moisture in the mixture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Keto, Low-Carb
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 78 kcal
- Sugar: 0.8g
- Sodium: 153mg
- Fat: 5.6g
- Saturated Fat: 2.9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2.5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5.1g
- Cholesterol: 32mg
Keywords: Broccoli Cheese Bites, Keto snack, Low-Carb appetizer, Broccoli recipes
