Crispy Broccoli Cheese Balls
Deliciously crispy bites made with broccoli and melty cheese, perfect for a snack, appetizer, or family dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh broccoli, finely chopped
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Blanch the broccoli in boiling water for about 2 minutes, then strain and place in ice water.
- In a large bowl, combine the broccoli, cheddar, mozzarella, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Form tablespoon-sized balls and place them on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
- Serve with a dipping sauce of your choice.
Notes
You can substitute or mix in other vegetables and cheeses to customize the flavor. For added crunch, use panko breadcrumbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
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