Golden Oven-Baked Broccoli Cheese Balls
Finely chopped broccoli, cheddar, and Parmesan come together in small baked bites served warm with marinara or ranch.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups broccoli florets finely chopped
- 1 cup breadcrumbs helps hold the mixture together
- 1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese shredded
- 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese grated
- 2 eggs helps hold the mixture together
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour helps hold the mixture together
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder adds seasoning
- 1/2 tsp onion powder adds seasoning
- to taste salt and pepper
- as needed cooking spray to grease the baking sheet
Instructions
- Set the oven to 400°F (200°C). Steam the broccoli for 3–5 minutes, just until tender but still slightly firm. Leave it to cool, then chop it finely.
- Put the broccoli in a large mixing bowl with the breadcrumbs, cheddar, Parmesan, eggs, and flour. Add the garlic powder, onion powder, and salt and pepper to taste, then mix thoroughly.
- Roll small amounts of the mixture into balls measuring 1 inch across. Arrange them on a baking sheet lined with parchment or greased with cooking spray.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, checking for a golden color and an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C). If you prefer a crisper outside, broil for another 1–2 minutes, watching carefully.
- Let the balls cool a little, then offer them warm with marinara or ranch dip.
Notes
For an extra-crisp outside, finish under the broiler for 1–2 minutes while watching carefully.
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