Baked Broccoli Cheese Balls
Baked Broccoli Cheese Balls are a delicious and healthy snack or appetizer, combining tender broccoli with melted cheddar and Parmesan cheeses, all baked to golden perfection. These bite-sized treats are easy to make, packed with flavor, and perfect for both kids and adults. Serve them warm with your favorite dipping sauce for a crowd-pleasing treat.
INGREDIENTS:
2 cups broccoli florets finely chopped
1 cup breadcrumbs
1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 eggs
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Cooking spray for greasing
DIRECTIONS:
Preheat the Oven: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a baking sheet with cooking spray.
Steam the Broccoli: Steam broccoli florets until tender-crisp (3-5 minutes), then cool and finely chop.
Mix the Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine chopped broccoli, breadcrumbs, cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, eggs, flour, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper; mix until well combined.
Form the Cheese Balls: Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and place on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes until the cheese balls are golden brown and firm to the touch.
Cool and Serve: Let the cheese balls cool slightly, then serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.