Keto Fried Mac and Cheese Balls
Indulge in a crispy, cheesy delight with this keto-friendly twist on a comfort food favorite: Keto Fried Mac and Cheese Balls. Made with cauliflower "rice" and a luscious blend of cream cheese, cheddar, and parmesan, these golden bites are packed with low-carb goodness. Coated in a seasoned almond flour crust and fried to perfection in coconut oil, they deliver all the crunch you crave without the guilt. Ready in just an hour, this recipe is perfect for game day snacks, party appetizers, or a satisfying keto treat. Pair them with your favorite keto-friendly dip for an extra burst of flavor!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams Cauliflower florets
- 115 grams Cream cheese
- 150 grams Cheddar cheese, shredded
- 50 grams Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 large Eggs
- 120 grams Almond flour
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 500 milliliters Coconut oil (for frying)
Instructions
Steam the cauliflower florets until tender, about 8-10 minutes. Allow them to cool slightly, then process them in a food processor until they resemble rice.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the processed cauliflower, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, and parmesan cheese. Mix until well combined, then refrigerate the mixture for 15-20 minutes to firm up.
Once the mixture is firm, shape it into small balls about the size of a golf ball. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
In a shallow bowl, whisk the eggs until smooth. In a separate shallow bowl, combine the almond flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Dip each cheese ball first into the egg, allowing any excess to drip off, and then roll it in the almond flour mixture to coat evenly.
Heat the coconut oil in a deep skillet or pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the coated mac and cheese balls in batches, frying them until golden brown and crispy on all sides, about 4-6 minutes.
Use a slotted spoon to remove the fried mac and cheese balls from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Serve hot with your favorite keto-friendly dip or sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1611 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 169.4 g | 217% | |
| Saturated Fat | 125.6 g | 628% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 177 mg | 59% | |
| Sodium | 848 mg | 37% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.1 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.4 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.4 g | ||
| Protein | 27.6 g | 55% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 537 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 568 mg | 12% | |
*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.
