crispy cauliflower bites

4 Pinches
The Villages, FL
Updated on Oct 17, 2017

This easy recipe is tasty with just a hint of heat (spicy). Great for parties or tail gating.

prep time 15 Min
cook time 30 Min
method Bake
yield 18 cauliflower bites

Ingredients

  • ½ medium head of cauliflower
  • 2/3 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
  • ¼ cup parmesan cheese, grated
  • ¼ cup all purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes

How To Make crispy cauliflower bites

  • Step 1
    Heat oven to 400 F.
  • Step 2
    Spray mini muffin tin generously with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Step 3
    Remove the leaves from the cauliflower. You can use the inner core for this recipe.
  • Step 4
    Coarsely chop the cauliflower and place in a food processor with the steel cutting blades. Pulse the food processor until the cauliflower is finely chopped.
  • Step 5
    Place the finely chopped cauliflower into a large mixing bowl. Add remaining ingredients and stir to blend well.
  • Step 6
    Place a rounded tablespoon of the mixture into each mini muffin well. Pat down to form a nugget.
  • Step 7
    Bake uncovered for 15 minutes. Carefully turn each cauliflower bite over and continue to bake for 12 to 15 additional minutes or until bites are crispy brown on both sides.
  • Step 8
    Serve hot or warm for best flavor.

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