Crispy Broccoli Cheese Balls
Delicious, bite-sized broccoli cheese balls with a crispy coating, perfect for snacks and entertaining.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups fresh broccoli, chopped
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup plain or seasoned breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven or air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Steam or microwave broccoli florets until tender, about 3–4 minutes, then chop finely.
- In a bowl, mix broccoli, cheese, eggs, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Roll the mixture into small balls, about the size of golf balls, and place on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes or air fry for 12–15 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Let cool for a few minutes on a wire rack before serving.
- Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
For a vegan version, substitute eggs with flax eggs and use plant-based cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: broccoli, cheese, snack, appetizer, vegetarian
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