Description
Cheesy Broccoli Bites are a delicious and healthy snack made with fresh broccoli, cheese, and spices, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh broccoli florets, finely chopped
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Cooking spray or olive oil for greasing
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with cooking spray or olive oil.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped broccoli, cheddar cheese, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, eggs, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Mix until all ingredients are well combined.
- Using your hands or a spoon, form the mixture into small balls or patties, about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter, and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the bites are golden brown and firm to the touch.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a healthier option, substitute whole wheat breadcrumbs for regular breadcrumbs.
- Add chopped cooked bacon or diced ham for an extra savory flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 100mg