Description
Savory, high-protein low-carb muffins made with steamed cauliflower, sharp cheddar, and almond flour. A keto-friendly, gluten-free snack that’s firm, portable, and rich in umami flavor for satisfying cravings.
Ingredients
4 cups cauliflower florets, steamed and finely riced
2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, freshly shredded
4 large eggs, room temperature
1 cup super-fine blanched almond flour
1 teaspoon garlic powder
0.5 teaspoon sea salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F and grease a muffin tin with avocado oil or low-stick spray
Steam the cauliflower florets until tender, then pulse in a food processor until rice-like
Drain the riced cauliflower thoroughly using a clean kitchen towel
Combine the dried cauliflower, shredded cheddar, eggs, almond flour, garlic powder, salt, and baking powder in a bowl
Mix until well combined using a stand mixer or hand mixer
Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup to the top
Bake for 25 minutes or until golden and firm to the touch
Notes
Use a stand mixer for best texture
Adjust salt amount depending on your cheese’s salt content
Grease tin heavily to prevent sticking
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Healthy Lunch Ideas for Work & School
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 45mg