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Broccoli Cheese Balls

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  • Author: saadia
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Yield: 2024 balls (serves 4–6) 1x
  • Category: Snack / Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Crispy baked broccoli cheese balls flavored with herbs and garlic—perfect as a snack or appetizer.


Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 2 cups finely chopped fresh broccoli
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (plus more for coating)
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Cooking spray or 2 tablespoons olive oil for baking

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Steam or blanch broccoli until tender, about 3–4 minutes; drain well and chop finely.
  3. In a bowl, combine chopped broccoli, cheddar cheese, garlic, parsley, salt, pepper, breadcrumbs, and one beaten egg. Mix until evenly combined.
  4. Form mixture into golf‑ball‑sized balls, about 1¼″ in diameter.
  5. Beat the second egg in a shallow bowl. Roll each ball in the egg, then coat in breadcrumbs.
  6. Place balls on baking sheet spaced evenly. Lightly spray or brush with oil.
  7. Bake 20–25 minutes, turning once halfway, until golden and crispy.
  8. Let cool slightly before serving warm as finger food or with dipping sauce.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, use panko breadcrumbs.
  • Make ahead and refrigerate balls for 30 mins before baking to help them hold shape.
  • Can be frozen before baking—freeze on tray, then transfer to bag; bake from frozen, adding a few extra minutes.
  • Serve with ranch, marinara, or garlic aioli for dipping.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 balls
  • Calories: 180 kcal
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 350 mg
  • Fat: 10 g
  • Saturated Fat: 6 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 15 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 8 g
  • Cholesterol: 70 mg