Description
Baked Broccoli Cheese Balls are a deliciously crispy and cheesy snack that brings together the nutritional goodness of broccoli with the savory flavors of cheddar and Parmesan cheese. These delightful bites are perfect for any occasion—whether as an appetizer at a party, a kid-friendly snack, or a tasty side dish for family dinners. With their easy preparation and versatile serving options, they are sure to become a favorite in your household. Serve them warm with your choice of dipping sauce, and watch everyone come back for more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups finely chopped broccoli florets
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- ⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 eggs
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Steam the broccoli florets until tender-crisp (about 3-5 minutes), then finely chop.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine chopped broccoli, breadcrumbs, cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, eggs, flour, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Roll small portions of the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown. For extra crispiness, broil for an additional minute or two.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 balls (60g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 70mg