Low Carb Crispy Broccoli Cheese Rounds
Crunchy, cheesy, and incredibly satisfying keto-friendly snacks made with simple ingredients.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 16 servings 1x
- Category: Snack, Appetizer
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free, Low-Carb, Keto
Ingredients
Scale
1 (10oz) bag frozen broccoli rice (about 2 cups)
2 cups freshly shredded cheddar cheese
1 large egg
2 tbsp almond flour
seasoning to taste (e.g., garlic salt)
Instructions
- Cook broccoli rice per package. Drain and squeeze out all excess liquid; cool.
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix cooled broccoli, cheese, egg, almond flour, and seasoning.
- Form 16 small balls, place on sheet, and flatten slightly.
- Bake for 15 min until browning, flip, then bake 8-10 min more until crispy.
Notes
- Ensure broccoli is drained thoroughly for maximum crispiness.
- Shred cheese from a block for best melting and texture.
- Great with keto ranch or garlic dip for serving.
- Can be frozen before or after baking for meal prep.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 round
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: Varies
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 25mg