Baked Cauliflower Cakes

These are the best things that I have tasted in a while! A super healthy alternative to traditional fried tater tots or potato cakes. These are so flavorful. Creamy and crunchy and more depth of flavor. A most certain do over side or appetizer.

Baked Cauliflower Cakes

INGREDIENTS

• 1 medium head cauliflower, cut in pieces and cooked

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

• 2 tablespoons sour cream

• 1/3 cup sharp Cheddar, grated

• Kosher salt & Freshly cracked pepper

• 1 extra large egg white

• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs

DIRECTIONS

Pulse the cauliflower with the butter and sour cream in a food processor to a clumpy consistency. Add the cheese and season with salt and pepper. Whip the egg white to a stiff peak in a bowl, and then fold into the cauliflower mixture to lighten it up. For best results, chill for about 30 minutes so they hold their shape.

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.

Roll a spoonful of the mixture in the breadcrumbs, shape into tater tots using your hands and put on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. I use a small ice cream scoop 1 1/2 tablespoon scoop for this.

Bake until slightly browned, about 30 minutes. If you would like a more browned appearance, set broiler to low and brown for a minute or two until desired color is achieved. Be careful not to burn if following this step.  Serve