Description
Broccoli Cheese Balls are a delicious and healthy snack perfect for any occasion. With a crispy exterior and a gooey, cheesy center, these delightful bites make it easy to enjoy your vegetables. Combining fresh broccoli with sharp cheddar cheese and crunchy breadcrumbs, they provide a unique flavor profile that appeals to both children and adults. Whether served as an appetizer at parties, packed in lunchboxes, or enjoyed as an everyday snack, these easy-to-make Broccoli Cheese Balls are sure to impress.
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.
- Using a spoon or cookie scoop, form the mixture into balls about 1 inch in diameter and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 25 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving warm for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball (30g)
- Calories: 77
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 164mg
- Fat: 4.5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 37mg