Crispy on the outside, cheesy on the inside. These cauliflower cheddar fritters are packed full of vitamins and are delicious.
Ever since I began making cauliflower tots and cauliflower pizza my family has been in love with cauliflower. I’ve added it to our dinner routine in so many different ways but we just can’t seem to get enough!
I don’t mind the obsession at all, considering cauliflower is a super healthy vegetable and contains antioxidants and phytonutrients that can protect against cancer. It’s also high in fiber so it helps with satiety and weight loss. Hurry to healthy yummy food! So who’s complaining, right?! ????
To begin, boil the cauliflower for 8-10 minutes then process it in the food processor. This step can also be done by hand, to do this mince the cauliflower finely with a knife.
Next, combine the cauliflower with shredded cheddar, parmesan, eggs, breadcrumbs, and seasoning. 
Shape into patties and pan fry for 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown. 
Serve with a side of sour cream, ketchup, chipotle sauce, avocado sauce, or your favorite dipping sauce! They work well for breakfast, lunch or dinner! 
Cauliflower Cheddar Fritters (Pancakes)
Ingredients
- 1 head cauliflower or a 16 oz bag of frozen cauliflower
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup bread crumbs panko or italian, I used panko
- 1/2 teaspoon italian seasoning optional
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper more of less to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic or onion powder
- olive or canola oil
Instructions
- Cut cauliflower into florets and cook in boiling water until tender, about 8-10 minutes. Drain, then process the cauliflower in the food processor until it become the texture of rice. This can also be done using a knife.
- Combine the minced cauliflower, cheeses, eggs, breadcrumbs, and seasoning.
- Heat skillet to medium/high heat. Coat with oil (about 1/2 inch) Form cauliflower mixture into patties about 3 inches across.
- Cook until golden brown & set, about 3-4 minutes per side. Enjoy with sour cream or your favorite dipping sauce!
Nutrition
The nutrition facts below are per fritter.
Joanne Hershey
Absolutely delicious! Made 2 dozen for Thanksgiving and there were no leftovers. Working on a vegan version for a friend 🙂
Lea
Cannot get it print???
Layla
There is a print button on the top of the page and under the recipe box. What browser are you using?
Sharon
lOve these. To combat crumbling i added 1 more egg, made thick, rolled in panko, and baked on oiled foil lined pan at 400degrees for 45 minutes. No problEm turning but only made 9 patties. They are delicious.
Tillie
Would frozen riced cauliflower work in this recipe if it was thawed FIRSt? This looks like a great recipe & i love to cook, but sometimes I get lazy or am rushed & dont want to take the time for the “extra” steps. Cant wait to try these.
Layla
Yes, it should work as long as it’s thawed through.
Diana
these look delicious. Can’t wait to try them.
Lisa r
ThEse are so good. I Did bake them on 375 15 min on each side tather than frying them.
Marilyn
Can you bake instead of frYing ?
Kathi
Very yummy! I am not much of a vegetable eater but i did enjoy these. Making the patties and frying them was a little labor intensive especially since i made a double batch. I dont know what i was thinking when i made that decision.
Layla
Haha, yes lots of work!
Nancee
These look amazing! Thank you. Do you have fiber/net carb info? Newly diagnosed diabetic, trying to figure it out.
Layla
There are about 4 carbs per fritter and 1 fiber making them 3 net carbs per fritter. I hope that helps!
jacky
I made these, they were great !!! I substituted one cup of almond flour for the panko ahd boy they were really good….will cook often. thank you
Simran
Hi
Pls tell me macro for cauliflower Cheddar Fritters
Carb
Calorie
Fat
Protein
Layla
Yes, I updated the post to reflect the macros. The nutritional info box should be found right under the recipe instructions.
Darlene Ernst
I’ve been waiting FOR A FRIED CAULIFLOWER RECIPE WITH CHEDDAR IN IT! i’VE HAD A BAG OF RICED CAULIFLOWER IN THE FREEZER FOR MONTHS JUST WAITING FOR THIS. tHANKS!