Cauliflower Pizza Bites

Name: Cauliflower Pizza Bites
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 6 serving(s)
Ingredients: 1 large head cauliflower; 2 large eggs; 1 c. shredded mozzarella, divided; 1/4 c. freshly grated Parmesan; 3 tbsp. finely chopped fresh basil, divided; 1 tbsp. garlic powder; kosher salt; Freshly ground black pepper; 1/2 c. marinara; 1/4 c. mini pepperoni

By Lindsay FunstonPublished: Sep 14, 2016

Approved by the Delish Test Kitchen

2.5

2 Ratings

Yields:

6 serving(s)

Prep Time:

15 mins

Total Time:

45 mins

Cal/Serv:

430

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No carbs, no prob.

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Ingredients

1
large head cauliflower
2
large eggs
1 cup
shredded mozzarella, divided
1/4 cup
freshly grated Parmesan
3 Tbsp.
finely chopped fresh basil, divided
1 Tbsp.
garlic powder
kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup
marinara
1/4 cup
mini pepperoni

Directions

1. Step 1Preheat oven to 400°. Grate cauliflower on the small side of a box grater to form fine crumbs. Transfer to a large bowl.
2. Step 2Add eggs, 1/3 cup mozzarella, Parmesan, 2 tablespoons basil, and garlic powder to bowl and season with salt and pepper. Form into small patties (they will be wet) and place on a greased baking sheet. Bake until golden, 20 minutes.
3. Step 3Top each cauli patty with a thin layer of marinara, a sprinkle of the remaining mozz, and mini pepperoni and bake until cheese melts and pepperoni crisps, 5 to 7 minutes more.
4. Step 4Garnish with remaining basil and serve.