Description
Parmesan Cauliflower Bites are a crunchy, cheesy, and addictive appetizer that combines tender cauliflower florets with a crispy Parmesan breadcrumb coating. These bites are oven-baked to golden perfection, offering a healthy, low-carb snack or party finger food that’s easy to make and customizable to suit any taste or dietary preference.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 head cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets (about 4 cups)
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Olive oil spray
Instructions
- Prep the Cauliflower: Wash and cut the cauliflower into uniform bite-sized florets to ensure even cooking and a perfect crisp on all sides.
- Make the Coating Mixture: In a large bowl, combine grated Parmesan cheese, panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to create the crispy coating mixture.
- Dip in Egg Wash: Whisk the eggs in a separate bowl. Dip each cauliflower floret into the egg wash, allowing any excess to drip off before coating.
- Coat with Parmesan Breadcrumbs: Roll each egg-coated floret in the Parmesan breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to help the coating adhere firmly.
- Bake Until Golden: Arrange the coated bites on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Lightly spray with olive oil and bake in a preheated oven at 425°F (220°C) for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy.
Notes
- Cut cauliflower florets into uniform sizes to ensure even baking and crispiness.
- Use panko breadcrumbs for extra crunchiness instead of regular breadcrumbs.
- Lightly spray the coated bites with olive oil for a golden crust.
- If using frozen cauliflower, thaw completely and pat dry to avoid soggy bites.
- Serve immediately for the best crispy texture; avoid covering tightly to prevent sogginess.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 bites
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 55mg