Description
These crispy and flavorful Broccoli Cheese Balls are a delightful appetizer or snack that will please any crowd. Packed with cheesy goodness and wholesome broccoli, these fried or baked balls are sure to be a hit at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups finely chopped cooked broccoli (steamed and cooled)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3/4 cup seasoned breadcrumbs (plus more for coating)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- vegetable oil (for frying)
Broccoli Cheese Balls:
Instructions
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine chopped broccoli, cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, eggs, garlic, salt, pepper, and onion powder. Mix thoroughly.
- Form Balls: Shape the mixture into 1-inch balls. Refrigerate for 20–30 minutes to firm up.
- Coat and Fry: Roll each ball in breadcrumbs. Fry in hot oil for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Serve: Drain on paper towels and serve warm with dipping sauce.
Notes
- To bake, preheat the oven to 400°F and bake for 20–25 minutes. For an air fryer version, cook at 375°F for 10–12 minutes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 balls
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg
