Cauliflower Pizza Bites
Cauliflower pizza bites are a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional pizza. These bite-sized snacks are perfect for those looking to cut back on carbs, while still enjoying the flavors of pizza. Made with cauliflower rice, eggs, cheese, and seasonings, these mini pizzas are a great way to sneak in some extra veggies into your diet without sacrificing taste.
Prep Time:
30 mins
Cook Time:
35 mins
Additional Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 35 mins
Servings:
12
Ingredients
Directions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line a muffin tin with parchment paper squares.
Step 2
Grate cauliflower into a microwave-safe bowl using a fine grater. Chop any remaining pieces too small to grate and add to the bowl.
Step 3
Cook in the microwave until cauliflower is soft and tender, 4 to 6 minutes. Pour into a clean dish towel and let cool enough to handle, 15 to 20 minutes.
Step 4
Wrap the towel around cauliflower and squeeze out as much liquid as possible; the drier, the better.
Step 5
Combine squeezed cauliflower, 1 cup mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, egg, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder in a large bowl until well combined. Scoop evenly into the prepared muffin cups. Pat down cauliflower mixture with the back of a spoon, making it compact.
Step 6
Bake in the preheated oven until crust is golden brown, about 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and spoon pizza sauce evenly onto each crust. Top with remaining 1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese.
Step 7
Return to the oven and bake until cheese is melted and golden brown, about 15 minutes. Let pizza bites sit in the pan for 5 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool for 10 minutes. Remove parchment paper from the bottoms and arrange bites on a platter.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
101
Calories
5g
Fat
5g
Carbs
9g
Protein
Complement
Not only are cauliflower pizza bites a nutritious option, they are also incredibly versatile. You can customize them with your favorite pizza toppings, such as pepperoni, mushrooms, or bell peppers, to create a personalized and satisfying snack. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy appetizer for a party or a tasty after-school snack, cauliflower pizza bites are a crowd-pleasing option that will leave everyone wanting more. With their crispy crust and melty cheese, these pizza bites are sure to become a new favorite in your household.