Broccoli Cheese Bites
Turn ordinary snacking into a deliciously nutritious experience with these irresistible Broccoli Cheese Bites! Packed with finely chopped, tender broccoli florets, shredded cheddar cheese, and savory Parmesan, these baked bites are crispy on the outside and perfectly cheesy on the inside. Seasoned with a blend of garlic and onion powder, and held together with breadcrumbs and eggs, this easy recipe creates the ultimate kid-friendly snack or appetizer for gatherings. Ready in just 40 minutes, these golden brown morsels pair beautifully with dipping sauces like ranch or marinara for added flavor. Best of all, they’re baked—not fried—making them a guilt-free way to enjoy your favorite comfort food flavors. Perfect for parties, meal prepping, or sneaking extra veggies into your day, these Broccoli Cheese Bites are bound to become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.75 cup breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil or cooking spray.
Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add the broccoli florets and blanch for 2-3 minutes until they are bright green and slightly tender. Drain and transfer the broccoli to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain again and chop the broccoli finely.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped broccoli, shredded cheddar cheese, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, eggs, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Using your hands or a small cookie scoop, shape the mixture into bite-sized balls (approximately 1 tablespoon each) and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
Lightly spray or brush the tops of the broccoli cheese bites with olive oil to help them brown and crisp in the oven.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the bites are golden brown and cooked through.
Remove from the oven and let the broccoli cheese bites cool for a few minutes before serving. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce, such as ranch or marinara, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
285 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.1 g | 22% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.4 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 128 mg | 43% | |
| Sodium | 708 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.9 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.3 g | ||
| Protein | 16.2 g | 32% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 311 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 74 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
