Description
Baked Broccoli Cheese Balls are a delightful and nutritious snack that combines the goodness of broccoli with the irresistible flavor of cheese. These crispy bites feature a golden exterior and a gooey, cheesy center, making them an excellent choice for parties, healthy appetizers, or just a satisfying snack at home. They’re quick to prepare—ready in just 40 minutes! Plus, they are versatile enough to be customized with your favorite cheeses or spices. Perfect for kids and adults alike, these cheesy vegetable bites are sure to impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups finely chopped broccoli florets
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 eggs
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooking spray (for greasing)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Steam broccoli until tender-crisp (3-5 minutes), then cool and chop.
- In a mixing bowl, combine chopped broccoli, breadcrumbs, cheddar, Parmesan, eggs, flour, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Form mixture into 1-inch balls and place on a greased baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown; broil for an additional 1-2 minutes for extra crispness.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg