Cheesy Baked Broccoli Delight Balls Recipe
These baked broccoli cheese balls are a delicious and healthy snack or appetizer, combining the goodness of broccoli with the richness of cheese. They are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside.
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets steamed and finely chopped
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup whole wheat breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup finely diced onion
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes optional
- Cooking spray or olive oil for greasing
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the steamed and finely chopped broccoli florets.
- Add the cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, eggs, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes to the bowl.
- Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Roll small portions of the mixture into balls about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter.
- Arrange the balls on the prepared baking sheet with space between them.
- Lightly coat the tops with cooking spray or drizzle olive oil over them.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve warm with marinara sauce or ranch dressing.
Notes
Serve with marinara sauce or ranch dressing for dipping.