Description
Deliciously crispy and cheesy bites made with broccoli, perfect for appetizers or snacks.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked broccoli, chopped into small pieces
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup breadcrumbs (preferably panko)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Broccoli: Cook broccoli until tender, then chop into small pieces.
- Mix the Ingredients: In a bowl, combine chopped broccoli, cheese, breadcrumbs, eggs, olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Add optional Parmesan and parsley if desired.
- Form the Cheese Balls: Scoop out about two tablespoons of the mixture and roll into balls, placing them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake the Cheese Balls: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Serve: Enjoy warm with sour cream or extra parsley.
Notes
Make ahead and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before baking. Freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 cheese balls
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 150mg