Description
These Broccoli and Cheddar Bites are a crispy, cheesy, and veggie-packed snack or appetizer made with broccoli, sharp cheddar, eggs, and breadcrumbs.
Ingredients
1½ cups broccoli florets, finely chopped (fresh or thawed frozen)
1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
2 large eggs
¾ cup breadcrumbs (panko or seasoned)
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
If using fresh broccoli, blanch in boiling water for 2–3 minutes, drain, cool, and chop finely. If using frozen, thaw and pat dry before chopping.
In a large bowl, mix chopped broccoli, cheddar cheese, eggs, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and any optional ingredients.
Stir well until the mixture is combined and sticky.
Form the mixture into 1½-inch balls or patties using your hands or a small scoop.
Place them on the lined baking sheet, spaced slightly apart.
Bake for 20–22 minutes, or until golden brown and firm to the touch.
Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Use panko breadcrumbs for a crispier bite.
You can add diced cooked bacon or turkey for extra flavor.
These bites can be air-fried at 375°F for 10–12 minutes.
They freeze well reheat in the oven or air fryer for best texture.
Serve with dipping sauces like ranch, marinara, or sriracha mayo.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Snack
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 bites
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
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