Description
These Keto Broccoli Cheddar Bites are deliciously crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside. Perfect for a snack, appetizer, or party dish, these low-carb bites are sure to be a hit with everyone.
Ingredients
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Broccoli Cheese Balls
- 1 1/2 cups frozen broccoli, thawed and drained (about 6 ounces)
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 6 ounces cheddar, grated
- 3 cloves garlic, minced or pressed
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
Keto Breading
- 2 tbsp coconut flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tbsp cream
- 1 1/2 cups pork rind crumbs
Frying Oil
- 3 to 4 cups oil for frying
Instructions
- Chop and Combine: Chop the broccoli finely and place in a large bowl. Add the cream cheese, cheddar, garlic, pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Mash with a fork until well combined.
- Form Balls: Roll the mixture into balls no bigger than 1 inch and place on a waxed paper-lined baking sheet. Freeze for 3 to 4 hours.
- Prepare Breading: Spread coconut flour in a dish. Whisk eggs and cream together. Spread pork rinds in another bowl.
- Coat and Fry: Roll each ball in coconut flour, dip in egg, and dredge in pork rind crumbs. Fry in hot oil for about 3 minutes until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
- Serve: Serve at room temperature to avoid burning your mouth with melty cheese.
Notes
- Make sure the oil is at the right temperature for frying to ensure the perfect texture of the bites.
- These bites can be frozen after frying and reheated in the oven for later consumption.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
