WW Cheesy Cauliflower Bites

WW Cheesy Cauliflower Bites

Servings: Approximately 6 servings
Estimated WW Points: 3 SmartPoints per serving (based on WW Freestyle)
Calories: ~120 kcal per serving
Protein: 8g per serving
Carbohydrates: 8g per serving
Fat: 7g per serving
Fiber: 2g per serving

🛒 Ingredients

• 1 medium head of cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets

• 1 cup reduced-fat shredded cheddar cheese

• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

• ½ cup whole wheat breadcrumbs or panko

• 2 large eggs

• 1 teaspoon garlic powder

• 1 teaspoon onion powder

• ½ teaspoon smoked paprika

• ½ teaspoon salt

• ¼ teaspoon black pepper

• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)​

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.​

2. Prepare the Coating: In a large bowl, combine the reduced-fat shredded cheddar cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, whole wheat breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.​

3. Prepare the Eggs: In a separate bowl, beat the eggs.​

4. Coat the Cauliflower: Dip each cauliflower floret into the beaten eggs, then roll in the cheese and breadcrumb mixture, ensuring each piece is well coated.​

5. Bake the Cauliflower: Place the coated cauliflower florets on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the cauliflower bites are golden brown and crispy.​

6. Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley before serving. Enjoy your cheesy cauliflower bites!​

💡 Tips to Keep the Points Low

• Use Reduced-Fat Cheese: Opt for reduced-fat cheddar cheese and Parmesan to lower the fat content.​

• Choose Whole Wheat Breadcrumbs: Whole wheat breadcrumbs are higher in fiber and can be more filling, helping to keep points lower.​

• Portion Control: Stick to the suggested serving size to manage points.​

Enjoy these tasty and guilt-free Cheesy Cauliflower Bites as a delicious appetizer or snack within your WW points!