Description

These Low Carb Broccoli Cheese Rounds are a quick, cheesy, and crunchy keto snack or side dish made with just five simple ingredients. Perfect for parties, lunchboxes, or guilt-free snacking, they’re gluten-free, customizable, and always a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

Scale

2 cups broccoli florets (fresh or frozen, roughly chopped, steamed or microwaved until tender)
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (sharp or mild)
1/2 cup almond flour (fine)
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt (optional, to taste)
1/4 teaspoon black pepper (optional, to taste)
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Chopped fresh herbs (parsley or chives, optional)

Instructions

Chop broccoli florets into small pieces (about 1/2 inch). Steam or microwave for 2-3 minutes until fork-tender. Let cool slightly, then pat dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. If using frozen broccoli, thaw and squeeze dry.
In a medium bowl, combine chopped broccoli, shredded cheddar, almond flour, beaten egg, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until well combined; mixture should hold together when pressed.
Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, portion out the mixture and roll into balls (about golf-ball size). Flatten gently into rounds (about 2 inches wide) and arrange on a lined baking sheet. Leave space between each round.
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until edges are golden and centers are set. Check at 15 minutes if your oven runs hot.
Let rounds cool on the tray for 5 minutes to firm up. Use a spatula to transfer to a plate.
Optional: For extra crunch, broil for 1-2 minutes at the end, watching closely to avoid burning.
If rounds spread too much, broccoli was likely too wet; squeeze out more moisture next time. If too dry, add a splash of milk or a second egg.
Taste mixture before baking and adjust salt, pepper, or herbs as desired.

Notes

Drying the broccoli thoroughly is key for crisp rounds. Freshly grated cheddar melts best. For nut-free, use coconut flour (half the amount). Mixture can be made ahead and chilled before baking. Broil briefly for extra crunch. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 1 month.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Snack
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 3 rounds
Calories: 120
Sugar: 1
Sodium: 200
Fat: 8
Saturated Fat: 3
Carbohydrates: 4
Fiber: 1
Protein: 6

Keywords: low carb, keto, broccoli, cheese, snack, gluten-free, easy, appetizer, vegetarian, almond flour, healthy