Description
Delightful cheesy broccoli balls that bring comfort and nutrition together in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups broccoli florets, steamed and chopped
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped onions
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil (for drizzling)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s nice and hot for baking these scrumptious bites.
- Combine the steamed broccoli, shredded cheese, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, onions, eggs, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
- Mix everything thoroughly, ensuring that the cheese and broccoli are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
- Form the mixture into small balls, aiming for golf ball size.
- Prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Drizzle the prepared balls with olive oil for a beautiful golden color while baking.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until they are golden brown and crisp on the outside.
- Serve warm as a snack or appetizer, and enjoy!
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven to regain crispness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg