Description
Broccoli Cheese Balls are a delicious and nutritious snack that everyone will adore. With their crispy panko coating and cheesy, flavorful interior, these bites make it easy to incorporate healthy broccoli into your diet without sacrificing taste. Perfect for parties, game days, or as a fun side dish, they can be served warm alongside marinara sauce or a zesty ranch dressing for dipping. Whether enjoyed as an appetizer or a hearty lunch option, these veggie-packed delights are sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked broccoli, chopped
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine chopped broccoli, cheddar cheese, panko breadcrumbs, eggs, olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Form the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for about 25 minutes until golden brown and crispy on the outside. Flip halfway through for even cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 75
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg