Prep time: 15 mins | Cook time: 25 mins | Total time: 40 mins | Yields: 4 servings, 6 tots each (makes 24 tots)
These kid-approved cheesy and crispy cauliflower tots are my children’s new favourite vegetable side dish. Made with only a few simple ingredients and ready in less than an hour, your kids will surely adore these, too! This easy veggie-packed and gluten-free recipe are one to keep. A must-try and perfect for your picky eaters.
If you are struggling to make your kids eat healthily, these baked cauli-tots might do the trick. Perfectly crispy, cheesy tots with a potato-ey little nuggets vibe even without the taters! These delicious finger food will impress even the finicky eaters!
Ingredients
3 c. shredded cauliflower (about half of a head)
4 ounces shredded sharp cheddar cheese (about 1 c.)
1 Egg
1/4 c. cornmeal or bread crumbs or ground oats also work
1 tsp kosher salt
a few grinds black pepper
1/2 tsp ground mustard
How to make Baked Cauli-Tots
Step 1: Prepare the oven. Preheat it to 400 degrees F. Using oil or cooking spray, grease a mini muffin tin.
Step 2: In a kitchen towel, place the shredded cauliflower, then squeeze out the excess moisture.
Step 3: In a large bowl, place the shredded sharp cheddar cheese, egg, cornmeal, or bread crumbs (ground oats works well, too), kosher salt, black pepper, and ground mustard. Mix well using a fork to combine.
Step 4: Between the prepared muffin cups, divide the mixture with a spoon or scoop, firmly pressing down the mixture into the cups. Place in the preheated oven and bake for about 20 to 25 minutes until golden brown.
Step 5: Remove from the oven when done and let the baked cauli-tots cool slightly. Then, around the edge, run a knife to pop the tots out.
Note:
To shred the cauliflower, use either the shredding attachment for a food processor or a hand grater.
Nutrition Facts:
Amount Per Serving (6 tots), Calories 198 | Calories from Fat 99 | Fat 11g 17% | Saturated Fat 6g 30% | Cholesterol 70mg 23% | Sodium 809mg 34% | Potassium 433mg 12% | Carbohydrates 13g 4% | Fiber 3g 12% | Sugar 2g 2% | Protein 11g 22% | Vitamin A 345IU 7% | Vitamin C 57.8mg 70% | Calcium 237mg 24% | Iron 1.2mg 7%
Ingredients
- 3 c. shredded cauliflower (about half of a head)
- 4 ounces shredded sharp cheddar cheese (about 1 c.)
- 1 Egg
- 1/4 c. cornmeal or bread crumbs or ground oats also work
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- a few grinds black pepper
- 1/2 tsp ground mustard
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the oven. Preheat it to 400 degrees F. Using oil or cooking spray, grease a mini muffin tin.
Step 2: In a kitchen towel, place the shredded cauliflower, then squeeze out the excess moisture.
Step 3: In a large bowl, place the shredded sharp cheddar cheese, egg, cornmeal, or bread crumbs (ground oats works well, too), kosher salt, black pepper, and ground mustard. Mix well using a fork to combine.
Step 4: Between the prepared muffin cups, divide the mixture with a spoon or scoop, firmly pressing down the mixture into the cups. Place in the preheated oven and bake for about 20 to 25 minutes until golden brown.
Step 5: Remove from the oven when done and let the baked cauli-tots cool slightly. Then, around the edge, run a knife to pop the tots out.
Notes
To shred the cauliflower, use either the shredding attachment for a food processor or a hand grater.
