Description
These Broccoli Cheese Balls are a delicious and nutritious snack that your whole family will love. They are easy to make, packed with flavor, and a perfect way to sneak in some veggies.
Ingredients
1 pound Fresh Broccoli Florets
1 ½ cups Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese
½ cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
¼ cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
2 large Eggs, lightly beate
¾ cup Plain Breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
½ teaspoon Onion Powder
½ teaspoon Salt
¼ teaspoon Black Pepper
2 tablespoons Olive Oil
Instructions
- Prepare the broccoli by washing and steaming until tender-crisp
- Drain and mash the steamed broccoli until crumbly
- In a large bowl, combine the mashed broccoli with cheeses, eggs, breadcrumbs, flour, and spices
- Mix until well combined, then form into golf ball-sized spheres
- Chill the balls for at least 30 minutes
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking sheet
- Arrange the balls on the sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brow
- Let cool before serving
Notes
For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free breadcrumbs.
These can be frozen uncooked and baked from frozen.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 110 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
