Description
Baked Broccoli Cheese Balls are delightful bite-sized snacks that combine the wholesome goodness of fresh broccoli with melty cheese and a crispy exterior. These flavorful morsels are perfect for any occasion, from game nights to after-school treats. Easy to prepare and customizable, they’re not just a fun way to sneak in veggies; they also promise to satisfy your cravings for comfort food.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups finely chopped fresh broccoli
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Blanch chopped broccoli in boiling water for 2 minutes, then drain and cool before chopping finely.
- In a mixing bowl, combine chopped broccoli, cheeses, breadcrumbs, eggs, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Form the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 balls (90g)
- Calories: 245
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 120mg