Keto Crispy Mac and Cheese Balls

Indulge in the ultimate low-carb comfort food with these Keto Crispy Mac and Cheese Balls! This ingenious recipe transforms tender, riced cauliflower into a creamy, cheesy base infused with shredded cheddar, cream cheese, and Parmesan. Coated in a perfectly seasoned almond and coconut flour crust, each bite is fried to golden perfection, offering a delightful crunch on the outside and gooey, savory goodness on the inside. Ready in under an hour, these keto-friendly appetizers are ideal for satisfying snack cravings or impressing your guests at gatherings. Packed with flavor and free of guilt, these crispy mac and cheese balls are a must-try for anyone seeking the best in keto recipes and low-carb comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 500 grams cauliflower florets
• 200 grams shredded cheddar cheese
• 60 grams cream cheese
• 50 grams grated Parmesan cheese
• 100 grams almond flour
• 30 grams coconut flour
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 500 milliliters oil for frying

Directions

Step 1

Steam the cauliflower florets until tender, about 10 minutes. Allow them to cool slightly before processing.

Step 2

In a food processor, pulse the cauliflower until it reaches a rice-like consistency. Avoid over-processing.

Step 3

Transfer the processed cauliflower to a large mixing bowl. Add the cheddar cheese, cream cheese, and grated Parmesan cheese. Mix until the cheeses have melted and blended with the cauliflower.

Step 4

Add the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and paprika to the cauliflower and cheese mixture. Stir until well combined and let it cool to room temperature.

Step 5

Scoop out portions of the mixture and roll them into balls, roughly the size of a golf ball.

Step 6

Set up a breading station: Place almond flour in one bowl, beat the eggs in another bowl, and mix coconut flour with a pinch of salt and pepper in a third bowl.

Step 7

Roll each cauliflower cheese ball first in almond flour, then dip it into the beaten eggs, and finally coat it with the coconut flour mixture.

Step 8

In a large skillet or deep fryer, heat oil to 180°C (350°F). Fry the mac and cheese balls in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan, until they are golden brown and crispy on the outside, about 3-4 minutes per batch.

Step 9

Drain the fried balls on paper towels to remove any excess oil.

Step 10

Serve warm as a snack or appetizer. Enjoy your Keto Crispy Mac and Cheese Balls!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1550.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6466.5

Total Fat 664.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 147.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.9g
Cholesterol 696.9mg	0%
Sodium 3830.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 80.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.3g	0%
Total Sugars 18.3g
Protein 123.6g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 2442.3mg	0%
Iron 9.6mg	0%
Potassium 1974.2mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 88.0%

Protein: 7.3%

Carbs: 4.7%