Keto Crispy Mac and Cheese Balls
Indulge in the ultimate low-carb comfort food with these Keto Crispy Mac and Cheese Balls! Made with a clever cauliflower base and enriched with a blend of sharp cheddar, creamy Parmesan, and decadent cream cheese, these bites deliver all the cheesy satisfaction without the carbs. Perfectly seasoned with garlic, onion powder, and a dash of paprika, each ball is coated in a crunchy almond flour and coconut flour breading, then fried to golden perfection. Whether you’re craving a crowd-pleasing keto appetizer or a snack that hits the spot, these crispy mac and cheese balls are a guilt-free, flavorful delight. Ready in just under an hour, they’re proof that keto comfort food can be both delicious and nutritious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams cauliflower florets
- 200 grams shredded cheddar cheese
- 60 grams cream cheese
- 50 grams grated Parmesan cheese
- 100 grams almond flour
- 30 grams coconut flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 500 milliliters oil for frying
Instructions
Steam the cauliflower florets until tender, about 10 minutes. Allow them to cool slightly before processing.
In a food processor, pulse the cauliflower until it reaches a rice-like consistency. Avoid over-processing.
Transfer the processed cauliflower to a large mixing bowl. Add the cheddar cheese, cream cheese, and grated Parmesan cheese. Mix until the cheeses have melted and blended with the cauliflower.
Add the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and paprika to the cauliflower and cheese mixture. Stir until well combined and let it cool to room temperature.
Scoop out portions of the mixture and roll them into balls, roughly the size of a golf ball.
Set up a breading station: Place almond flour in one bowl, beat the eggs in another bowl, and mix coconut flour with a pinch of salt and pepper in a third bowl.
Roll each cauliflower cheese ball first in almond flour, then dip it into the beaten eggs, and finally coat it with the coconut flour mixture.
In a large skillet or deep fryer, heat oil to 180°C (350°F). Fry the mac and cheese balls in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan, until they are golden brown and crispy on the outside, about 3-4 minutes per batch.
Drain the fried balls on paper towels to remove any excess oil.
Serve warm as a snack or appetizer. Enjoy your Keto Crispy Mac and Cheese Balls!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6466 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 664.5 g | 852% | |
| Saturated Fat | 147.1 g | 736% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 697 mg | 232% | |
| Sodium | 3831 mg | 167% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 80.7 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 33.3 g | 119% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.3 g | ||
| Protein | 123.6 g | 247% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 2442 mg | 188% | |
| Iron | 9.6 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 1974 mg | 42% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
