Description
Dive into the irresistible world of Crispy Broccoli Cheese Bites – a mouthwatering snack that combines the nutritional power of broccoli with the gooey goodness of melted cheese.
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh broccoli, finely chopped
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup breadcrumbs (+ extra for coating)
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. First, preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) or heat a skillet over medium heat if you prefer to fry the bites.
2. In a large bowl, combine the finely chopped broccoli, cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, ½ cup of breadcrumbs, eggs, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix everything together until the ingredients are fully incorporated.
3. Take a tablespoon of the broccoli cheese mixture and shape it into small, round bites or nuggets, ensuring they are all a consistent size for even cooking.
4. Lightly roll each bite in all-purpose flour, then coat them with the extra breadcrumbs to create a crispy outer layer.
5. Place the coated Crispy Broccoli Cheese Bites on a parchment-lined baking sheet, drizzle or brush them with a bit of olive oil, and bake for 18-20 minutes, flipping them halfway through, until they’re golden brown and crispy.
6. Alternatively, you can fry the bites in a skillet with a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat for 2-3 minutes on each side, until they’re crispy and golden brown.
Notes
These Crispy Broccoli Cheese Bites are delicious on their own, but they also pair wonderfully with a variety of dipping sauces. Ranch dressing, marinara sauce, and even spicy sriracha mayo are all excellent choices to amplify the flavors.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 300
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Unsaturated Fat: 3
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 8
- Protein: 8
- Cholesterol: 20