Best 8 Easy Cheesy Cauliflower Pancakes Recipes

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Who would have thought that cauliflower could be transformed into a delectable pancake? These easy cheesy cauliflower pancakes are a delightful surprise for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Made with simple ingredients and bursting with flavor, they're a healthier alternative to traditional pancakes that won't compromise on taste. Packed with cauliflower, cheese, and a hint of herbs, these pancakes are not only delicious but also a great way to sneak in some extra veggies. So, prepare to tantalize your taste buds with this creative and wholesome recipe that's sure to become a family favorite.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

CHEESY CAULIFLOWER PANCAKES



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Cheesy Cauliflower Pancakes are low carb, super tasty, and perfect for lunch or a side dish!

Provided by Aubrey Cota

Categories     Side Dish

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 head cauliflower (or a 16 oz bag of frozen cauliflower)
2 large eggs
1/2 to 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions
1/2 to 1 cup bread crumbs
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon salt
2 to 3 tablespoons olive oil
Light sour cream (for garnish)
Thinly sliced green onions (for garnish)

Steps:

  • Cut cauliflower into florets and cook in boiling water until tender, about 10 minutes.
  • Drain and mash the cauliflower while it is still warm.
  • Stir in the cheese, eggs, green onions, bread crumbs, cayenne & salt. Adjust seasoning to taste. (Start with the lower amount of cheese, breadcrumbs, cayenne, and salt. Add more as needed for taste and binding the pancake mixture together.)
  • Coat the bottom of a skillet with olive oil over medium-high heat.
  • Form the cauliflower mixture into patties about 3 inches across.
  • Cook until golden brown & set, about 3 minutes per side. Remove to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
  • Serve pancakes on a plate and top with sour cream and more green onion, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 79 kcal, Carbohydrate 7 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 4 g, Cholesterol 27 mg, Sodium 79 mg, ServingSize 1 serving

CHEESY CAULIFLOWER PANCAKES RECIPE - (4.5/5)



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Provided by á-26577

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 head cauliflower
2 large eggs
1/2 cup cheddar cheese, grated
1/2 cup Panko crumbs
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (more of less to taste)
Salt
Olive oil

Steps:

  • Cut cauliflower into florets & cook in boiling water until tender about 10 minutes. Drain. Mash the cauliflower while still warm. Stir cheese, eggs, Panko crumbs, cayenne, and salt to taste. Coat the bottom of a griddle or skillet with olive oil over medium-high heat. Form the cauliflower mixture into patties about 3 inches across. Cook until golden brown & set, about 3 minutes per side. Keep each batch warm in the oven while you cook the rest. Makes 8 pancakes

CHEESY CAULIFLOWER PATTIES



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These cheesy cauliflower patties are easy and simple to make and everyone loves these.

Provided by Patsy Fowler

Categories     Vegetables

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 head cauliflower
2 large eggs
1/2 c cheddar cheese, shredded
1/2 c panko bread crumbs
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
salt
olive oil

Steps:

  • 1. Cut cauliflower into florets and cook in boiling water until tender about 10 minutes. Drain. Mash the cauliflower while still warm. Stir cheese, eggs, panco, cayenne and salt to taste.
  • 2. Coat the bottom of a griddle or skillet with olive oil over medium high heat. Form the cauliflower mixture into patties about 3 inches across.
  • 3. Cook until golden brown and set about 3 minutes per side. Keep each batch warm in the oven while you cook the rest.

EASY CHEESY CAULIFLOWER



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Make this cheesy cauliflower side dish just once and the kids will be asking for more veggies! Easy Cheesy Cauliflower is ready in 22 minutes.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 22m

Yield Makes 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 head cauliflower
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup KRAFT Real Mayo Mayonnaise
1 Tbsp. GREY POUPON Hearty Spicy Brown Mustard
1/2 cup KRAFT Shredded Cheddar Cheese

Steps:

  • Cut cauliflower into 8 to 12 large pieces, discarding core; place in microwaveable casserole dish. Add water; cover. Microwave on HIGH 10 min.; drain. Return cauliflower to casserole dish.
  • Mix mayo and mustard. Spread over cauliflower; sprinkle with cheese.
  • Microwave on HIGH 1 to 2 min. or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150, Fat 13 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 160 mg, Carbohydrate 5 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 2 g, Protein 3 g

EASY CHEESY CAULIFLOWER PANCAKES



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These Easy Cheesy Cauliflower Pancakes are a great as a side or the main dish. Just like My husband and I are always finding ways to incorporate vegetables into our kids' diets, even when they are not expecting it. These little pancakes are light and crispy and cook up pretty fast. This recipe calls for breadcrumbs, but I ...

Provided by Who Needs A Cape?

Categories     Vegetables

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 bunch cauliflower
1 c cheese, shredded
2 eggs
1/2 c bread crumbs
salt and pepper to taste
2 Tbsp olive oil

Steps:

  • 1. Top view complete recipe, please visit: http://whoneedsacape.com/2014/03/easycheesy-cauliflower-pancakes/
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CHEESY CAULIFLOWER PANCAKES



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I haven't tried this yet but it sounds so good and I love cauliflower. I got this off a blog I came across on the internet. There was a picture posted and boy did these look delish!!

Provided by Reggies Mom

Categories     Cauliflower

Time 30m

Yield 8 pancakes, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 head cauliflower
2 large eggs
1/2 cup cheddar cheese, grated
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
salt
olive oil

Steps:

  • Cut cauliflower into florets & cook in boiling water until tender about 10 minutes. Drain. Mash the cauliflower while still warm. Stir cheese, eggs, panko, cayenne & salt to taste.
  • Coat the bottom of a griddle or skillet with olive oil over medium-high heat. Form the cauliflower mixture into patties about 3 inches across. Cook until golden brown & set, about 3 minutes per side. Keep each batch warm in the oven while you cook the rest.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 91.7, Fat 4.1, SaturatedFat 2, Cholesterol 53.9, Sodium 133.1, Carbohydrate 8.8, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 1.9, Protein 5.7

BAKED CHEESY CAULIFLOWER



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Easy, delicious side dish of cauliflower with cheese.

Provided by Kathy F.

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Cauliflower

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

cooking spray (such as Pam®)
3 cups bite-sized cauliflower florets
1 egg
½ tablespoon all-purpose flour
½ cup milk
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
1 pinch ground paprika

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Place cauliflower in a microwave-safe bowl with 1/2 cup water. Microwave until tender-crisp, about 5 minutes. Drain and transfer to the prepared baking dish.
  • Whisk egg and flour together in a bowl. Add milk, salt, and pepper. Pour over cauliflower florets. Sprinkle Cheddar cheese and paprika on top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted and cauliflower is soft, 30 to 40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 284.4 calories, Carbohydrate 7.1 g, Cholesterol 108.3 mg, Fat 20.8 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 18.3 g, SaturatedFat 12.7 g, Sodium 442.2 mg, Sugar 3.6 g

EASY CHEESY CAULIFLOWER



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I adapted this recipe years ago from an old microwave cookbook. My children were young then and loved it. It is still one of their most requested recipes for family get togethers. The amounts can be adjusted to suit your taste. If you have a nice microwave safe dish, this makes a beautiful presentation straight to the table.

Provided by Alskann

Categories     Cauliflower

Time 25m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 head cauliflower, washed and trimmed
1 1/2 cups mayonnaise
1/4 cup prepared mustard
1 1/2 teaspoons seasoning (Morton Nature's Seasons seasoning blend)
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup water (approximate)
seasoned bread crumbs (optional)

Steps:

  • Place cauliflower in a deep microwave safe dish that has a lid or can be covered with plastic wrap.
  • Mix together mayonnaise, mustard, Nature's Seasons, and 1 cup of cheese.
  • Spread over cauliflower, covering completely. Use it all.
  • Top with remaining cheese.
  • Cover and microwave on 50% power for 10 minutes.
  • At this point you can top it with seasoned bread crumbs, if you choose.
  • Then microwave on high for about 5 minutes.
  • Let sit in microwave, covered, for 5 minutes.
  • Carefully remove the lid or plastic wrap (hot steam will escape). And serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 411.8, Fat 32.5, SaturatedFat 10.9, Cholesterol 54.8, Sodium 797.2, Carbohydrate 20.4, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 6.5, Protein 12.2

Tips:

  • Use a food processor or blender to make the cauliflower rice. This will save you time and effort.
  • Be sure to squeeze out all of the excess water from the cauliflower rice. This will help the pancakes to hold together better.
  • Feel free to use any type of cheese that you like. Cheddar, Parmesan, mozzarella, and Gruyère are all good choices.
  • Add some herbs or spices to the batter for extra flavor. Garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper are all good options.
  • Serve the cauliflower pancakes with your favorite toppings. Sour cream, salsa, and guacamole are all good choices.

Conclusion:

Cauliflower pancakes are a delicious and healthy way to enjoy your favorite breakfast food. They're easy to make and can be customized to your liking. So next time you're looking for a new breakfast recipe, give cauliflower pancakes a try!

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