Baked Broccoli Cheese Balls
These baked broccoli cheese balls combine finely chopped broccoli with cheddar, Parmesan, breadcrumbs and eggs. Bake the 1-inch bites at 400°F for 20–25 minutes and serve warm.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups broccoli florets finely chopped
- 1 cup breadcrumbs for binding
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 eggs for binding
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour for binding
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder for seasoning
- 1/2 tsp onion powder for seasoning
- to taste salt and pepper
- as needed cooking spray for greasing the baking sheet
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Steam broccoli florets until tender-crisp (3-5 minutes). Allow to cool, then finely chop.
- In a large bowl, combine chopped broccoli, breadcrumbs, cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, eggs, and flour. Season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until well combined.
- Roll small portions of the mixture into 1-inch balls. Place on a parchment-lined or greased baking sheet.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, until golden and the centers reach 160°F (71°C). For extra crispiness, broil for 1–2 minutes and watch closely.
- Cool slightly and serve warm with marinara or ranch dip. Enjoy!
Notes
For a flavor twist, try adding a pinch of red pepper flakes to the mixture.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingsCalories: 369kcalCarbohydrates: 25.3gProtein: 21.8gFat: 20.3gSaturated Fat: 10.5gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 144mgSodium: 613mgFiber: 2.4gSugar: 2.5g