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Crispy Baked Cauliflower Bites

Ingredients

  • 4 cups cauliflower florets
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • ½ cup parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 can cooking spray

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs.
  4. Dip each cauliflower floret into the beaten eggs, allowing any excess to drip off, then coat it in the breadcrumb mixture.
  5. Place the coated cauliflower florets on the prepared baking sheet.
  6. Drizzle the florets with olive oil and spray them lightly with cooking spray.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cauliflower is tender and the coating is golden and crispy.
  8. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
  9. Serve the crispy baked cauliflower bites with your favorite sauce.