Best Low Carb Crispy Broccoli Cheese Rounds Recipe
These Low Carb Crispy Broccoli Cheese Rounds are a delightful snack or side dish that combines the goodness of broccoli with cheesy goodness in a crispy bite-sized round. They are easy to make and even easier to enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 rounds 1x
- Category: Appetizer/Snack
- Method: Bake or Fry
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup almond flour (or coconut flour if you prefer)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 2 large eggs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for frying or drizzling
- Optional: Grated Parmesan cheese for extra flavor
Instructions
- Preheat: If baking, preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). If frying, heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Bake Time: 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Prepare the Broccoli: Wash and finely chop florets.
- Steam: Steam for about 5 minutes. Drain and cool slightly.
- Mix It Up: Combine broccoli, cheddar, cream cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Bind It: Add almond flour. Mix until it holds together.
- Egg Time: Add eggs and mix fully.
- Patty Time: Form small round patties (1–2 inches wide).
- Bake or Fry: Place on a lined baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with Parmesan if desired. Or fry 2–3 mins each side until golden and crispy.
- Final Touch: Cool slightly on paper towels if fried.
- Serve and Enjoy! Serve warm and crispy with your favorite dip!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 round
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Low Carb, Broccoli Cheese Rounds, Snack, Appetizer, Keto Friendly
