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Cheese-Stuffed Cauliflower Nuggets

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45min

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4 servings

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These Cheese-Stuffed Cauliflower Nuggets are a delicious and healthy snack or appetizer that's perfect for satisfying your cravings. Tender cauliflower florets are stuffed with a creamy mixture of cheddar cheese, cream cheese, and herbs, then coated in a crispy breadcrumb mixture and baked until golden brown. These nuggets are a fun and tasty way to enjoy cauliflower, and they're sure to be a hit with both kids and adults alike.

Nutrition Facts

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Fiber
Sugar
4 g
4 g
Allergen Content

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Eggs

Milk

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Ingredients

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Steps

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1
Preheat the oven

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2
Prepare the cauliflower

Cut the cauliflower head into bite-sized florets.

3
Boil the cauliflower

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the cauliflower florets and cook for 3-4 minutes or until slightly tender. Drain the cauliflower and set it aside to cool.

4
Prepare the cheese mixture

In a bowl, mix the shredded cheddar cheese, cream cheese, garlic powder, dried parsley, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

5
Stuff the cauliflower

Using a small knife, make a small slit in each cauliflower floret and stuff it with the cheese mixture.

6
Prepare the coating

In a shallow dish, whisk the eggs. In another shallow dish, mix the breadcrumbs, flour, and the remaining salt.

7
Coat the cauliflower

Dip each stuffed cauliflower floret into the beaten eggs, then coat it with the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.

8
Arrange the nuggets

Place the coated cauliflower nuggets on the prepared baking sheet and drizzle them with olive oil.

9
Bake the nuggets

Bake the cauliflower nuggets for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.

10
Serve and enjoy

Remove the Cheese-Stuffed Cauliflower Nuggets from the oven and serve them hot, enjoying the delightful combination of tender cauliflower and gooey, melted cheese.

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