Description
Crispy air fryer cauliflower cheese bites with a flavorful cheese blend.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium head of cauliflower, cut into florets
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the cauliflower florets with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- In another bowl, whisk the eggs and then mix in the cheddar and Parmesan cheeses.
- Coat the cauliflower with the egg and cheese mixture.
- Sprinkle the breadcrumbs over the coated cauliflower and mix well.
- Place the cauliflower bites in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Cook for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown and crispy, shaking the basket halfway through.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes to the mixture.
- You can substitute different cheeses based on preference.
- Experiment with different seasonings for unique flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
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