Description
Baked Broccoli Cheese Balls are a delicious and nutritious twist on traditional snacks. These crispy, cheesy bites are made with fresh broccoli and a blend of flavorful cheeses, making them perfect for any occasion—from parties to family dinners. They offer a fun way to enjoy veggies while satisfying your cheese cravings. Easy to prepare and packed with flavor, these baked delights can be served warm with your favorite dips or as part of a larger meal. With their appealing crunch and rich taste, they’re bound to become a family favorite!
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
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Steam the broccoli until tender-crisp (about 3-5 minutes), then cool and chop finely.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped broccoli, breadcrumbs, cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, eggs, flour, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well blended.
- Roll 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 1-2 minutes.
- Let cool slightly before serving warm with marinara sauce or ranch dip.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 80mg