Description
Baked Broccoli Cheese Balls are an irresistible snack that combines the crunchiness of baked goodness with the creaminess of cheese. These delightful bites are packed with nutritious broccoli and blended with cheddar and Parmesan for an explosion of flavor everyone will love. Perfect for parties, as a healthy side dish, or just a quick snack, they deliver both taste and nutrition in every bite. Serve them warm alongside marinara sauce or ranch dressing for a truly satisfying treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups finely chopped broccoli florets
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 eggs
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Steam the broccoli until tender-crisp for about 3–5 minutes, then cool and chop finely.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine chopped broccoli, breadcrumbs, cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, eggs, flour, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Roll mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on a greased baking sheet.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown; broil for an extra minute or two if desired for additional crispiness.
- Let cool slightly before serving warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg