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Baked Broccoli Cheese Balls

Delicious and healthy baked broccoli cheese balls, perfect as a snack or appetizer.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Broccoli Cheese Balls
  • 2 cups broccoli florets steamed and chopped
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese or cheese of choice
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs preferably whole wheat
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for drizzling

Method
 

Prepare the Broccoli
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Steam the broccoli florets until tender, about 5 minutes. Chop finely and let cool.
Mix Ingredients
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped broccoli, cheddar cheese, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, beaten eggs, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. Mix until well combined and form into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
Bake the Balls
  1. Place the broccoli balls on the prepared baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil.
  2. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
Serve
  1. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 8gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 3gFiber: 2gSugar: 1g

Notes

These broccoli cheese balls can be frozen before baking. Just bake them directly from the freezer, adding a few extra minutes to the cooking time.

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