Description
Warm and cheesy broccoli cheese balls that are perfect for a comforting meal or fun party appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked broccoli, chopped
- 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
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Chop your cooked broccoli into small pieces and set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, combine broccoli, cheddar cheese, breadcrumbs, eggs, olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Roll the mixture into bite-sized balls and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until golden brown and fragrant.
- Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauces.
Notes
Make-ahead options available; can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cheese ball
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg