Crispy Broccoli Cheddar Rounds
Crispy low carb bites made with broccoli rice, freshly shredded cheddar, egg, and almond flour.
Equipment
- Sheet pan
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 10 oz frozen broccoli rice about 2 cups
- 2 cup freshly shredded cheddar cheese not pre-shredded
- 1 large egg
- 2 tbsp almond flour
- garlic salt or other seasoning to taste
Instructions
Cooking
- Microwave the broccoli rice according to the package directions.
- Drain the broccoli rice in a fine strainer, squeeze out as much liquid as you can, and set aside to cool.
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix the broccoli rice, shredded cheddar, egg, almond flour, and seasoning until the mixture holds together.
- Form about 16 small balls, place them on the baking sheet, and flatten each slightly.
- Bake on the center rack for about 15 minutes, until the rounds start to brown.
- Flip the rounds and bake for another 8 to 10 minutes, until deep golden and crisp.
Notes
Squeeze the broccoli rice dry for crisp rounds. Serve with ranch dressing for dipping. For best texture, reheat in the oven. Nutrition is an estimate per round.