Description
Delicious, cheesy broccoli bites that are perfect for snacks, lunch boxes, or as a party appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 head Fresh Broccoli
- 1 cup Cheddar Cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs
- 2 Eggs
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1 tsp Onion Powder
- Salt & Pepper to taste
- Olive Oil Spray
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Steam or blanch your broccoli for about 2-3 minutes until bright green but still crunchy.
- Mix the chopped broccoli, cheese, breadcrumbs, eggs, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
- Shape the mixture into small balls and place them on a lined baking sheet, leaving space between them.
- Spray the tops lightly with olive oil.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and crispy, flipping halfway through.
- Cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Feel free to add cooked bacon or chicken for added protein. Experiment with different cheeses or veggies!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: broccoli, cheese, appetizers, comfort food, party snacks