Parmesan Cauliflower Bites Snack (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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3 cups cauliflower florets, washed and thoroughly dried (about 1 small head of cauliflower)
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2 tablespoons butter, melted
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1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, finely grated
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1 teaspoon paprika
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
# Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 425°F (218°C).
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Toss cauliflower florets with melted butter in a large bowl. Ensure all pieces are coated, tossing again or using a silicone pastry brush as needed.
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Combine Parmesan cheese, paprika, and pepper. Sprinkle over the butter-coated cauliflower florets in the bowl. Cover with a tight-fitting lid and gently toss to coat.
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Arrange cauliflower in a single layer on a baking sheet sprayed with non-stick spray.
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Bake for 20 minutes or until edges begin to crisp. Serve hot from the oven.
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Preheat air fryer to 390°F (199°C) for 3 minutes. Spray the crisper plate with olive oil and place cauliflower in a single layer. Lightly spray florets with olive oil. Cook for 20 minutes or until desired tenderness, optionally flipping halfway through.
# Notes:
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To reheat, crisp up in an air fryer or oven at 350°F (177°C) for 5-10 minutes.
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For make-ahead preparation, bread florets a day in advance and store in an airtight container.
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Plastic freezer bags may be used instead of a bowl for coating breading ingredients.