Indulge in the savory and satisfying Keto Broccoli Cheddar Bites, a culinary creation that seamlessly combines the wholesome goodness of broccoli with the richness of cream cheese and cheddar, all encased in a crispy, keto-friendly coating. These delectable bites are perfect for those following a low-carb lifestyle, offering a delightful alternative to traditional snacks without compromising on flavor or texture.

To commence this culinary adventure, begin by finely chopping 1 ½ cups of thawed and drained frozen broccoli, placing it in a large bowl. Add the minced garlic, grated cheddar, red pepper flakes, salt, pepper, and softened cream cheese to the bowl. Mash the ingredients together with a fork until well combined, forming a flavorful mixture. Roll the mixture into balls no larger than 1 inch in diameter and arrange them on a waxed paper-lined baking sheet or tray. With this recipe, you can expect to yield approximately thirty broccoli cheese balls. Freeze the balls for three to four hours to ensure they maintain their shape during the breading process.

For the keto breading, set up a breading station with three shallow dishes. Spread coconut flour in one, whisk together eggs and cream in another, and place pork rind crumbs in the third. Once the broccoli cheese balls are frozen, roll each ball in the coconut flour for a light coating, dip it in the egg mixture, and then coat it thoroughly with pork rind crumbs.

Prepare a deep, heavy-duty saucepan with 3 to 4 cups of oil for frying and heat it to a temperature between 330°F and 350°F. Carefully add four to six balls at a time to the hot oil, frying them for about three minutes or until they achieve a golden brown exterior. Use a slotted spoon to remove the fried balls and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil. Repeat this process with the remaining balls, ensuring they are cooked to perfection.

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The resulting Keto Broccoli Cheddar Bites boast a crispy exterior that gives way to a creamy and cheesy interior, making them a delightful snack or appetizer. While it’s tempting to indulge immediately, allow the bites to cool to room temperature before serving to avoid the risk of burning your mouth with the melty cheese. Each serving, containing approximately 167 calories, 14.3g of fat, 2.4g of carbohydrates, and 8.5g of protein, exemplifies the balance between indulgence and adhering to a ketogenic diet. Enjoy these flavorful bites as a satisfying addition to your low-carb repertoire, bringing a burst of taste and texture to your snack or appetizer selection.

Keto Broccoli Cheddar Bites

Ingredients

Broccoli Cheese Balls

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  • (about 6 ounces) 1 ½ cups frozen broccoli thawed and drained
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 6 ounces cheddar grated
  • 3 cloves garlic minced/pressed
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon pepper

Keto Breading

  • 2 tablespoon coconut flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon cream
  • 1 ½ cups pork rind crumbs

Frying Oil

  • 3 to 4 cups oil for frying

Instructions

  1. Take a bowl(large) and chop the broccoli finely and put it in the bowl. Add the pepper, cheddar, garlic, pepper flakes, salt, and cream cheese. Until it gets well combined, mash with a fork.
  2. Into balls no bigger than 1 inch, roll the mixture, and place on a waxed paper lined baking sheet(or tray). You should get about Thirty balls. Freeze Three to Four hours.
  3. In a shallow dish, spread the coconut flour. Whisk the cream and eggs together in a bowl(medium). In another bowl(medium), spread the pork rinds.
  4. Add the oil to a deep heavy duty saucepan(4 quart) once frozen and bring up to 350F. Keep the temperature between 330F and 350F. (while the filling doesn’t thaw, any hotter means that the outside of the bites cooks too quickly).
  5. For a light coating, roll each ball in the coconut flour, then dip in the egg and ransack in the pork rind crumbs.
  6. To the hot oil, add Four to Six balls and heat about Three minutes, until it gets golden brown.
  7. On a paper towel lined plate, remove with a slotted spoon to drain. Repeat with remaining balls.
    (don’t serve hot of they will burn your mouth with melty cheese!), serve room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

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Calories 167
Calories from Fat 129
% Daily Value*
Fat 14.3g
Carbohydrates 2.4g
Fiber 0.7g
Protein 8.5g