Description
Crispy on the outside and gooey on the inside, these Broccoli Cheese Balls are a crowd-pleaser perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked broccoli, chopped into small pieces
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup breadcrumbs (preferably panko)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Broccoli: Steam or boil the broccoli until tender, then chop it into small pieces. Allow it to cool slightly.
- Mix the Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine all ingredients and mix thoroughly.
- Form the Cheese Balls: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Form small balls from the mixture and arrange them on a baking sheet.
- Bake the Cheese Balls: Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve hot, optionally with a dipping sauce.
Notes
You can prepare the broccoli cheese balls ahead of time and store them in the fridge for up to 2 days. Freeze uncooked balls and bake directly from frozen.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cheese ball
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 60mg