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Baked Broccoli Cheese Balls

Baked Broccoli Cheese Balls: A Joyful Snack Everyone Loves

Baked Broccoli Cheese Balls are a delicious snack that are crispy on the outside and cheesy on the inside, making veggies fun for everyone.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 balls
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cheese Mixture
  • 2 cups Broccoli Florets Steamed and finely chopped
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Feel free to mix in different cheeses
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast can be substituted for vegan option
  • 2 large Eggs Can substitute with flax eggs for plant-based option
For the Binding
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Substitute with gluten-free breadcrumbs if desired
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour Almond flour can be used for gluten-free
For Flavoring
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Adjust to taste if using fresh garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Consider adding chopped green onions for freshness
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to taste
For Cooking
  • 1 can Cooking Spray Use olive oil for a healthier alternative

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Steamer
  • mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Steam broccoli florets until tender-crisp, about 3-5 minutes, then finely chop and cool.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine chopped broccoli, breadcrumbs, shredded cheddar, grated Parmesan, eggs, flour, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on a greased baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and crispy, broiling for 1-2 minutes if desired.
  6. Let cool slightly and serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 8gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These bites are best enjoyed fresh, but they can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.

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