Description
Crispy on the outside, gooey and cheesy on the inside, these Baked Broccoli Cheese Balls make vegetables feel like a party.
Ingredients
- 2 cups broccoli florets, steamed until tender crisp and finely chopped
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (plain or Italian)
- 1½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooking spray for greasing the baking sheet
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Instructions
- 1. Preheat your oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with cooking spray.
- 2. Steam the broccoli florets until they’re tender crisp, then finely chop them until they resemble coarse rice.
- 3. In a large bowl, combine the chopped broccoli, breadcrumbs, cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, beaten eggs, flour, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until everything is well incorporated.
- 4. Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a little space between each one.
- 5. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. For an extra crispy finish, you can broil for 1-2 minutes.
- 6. Let them rest for 3-5 minutes before serving.