Baked Broccoli Cheese Balls: The Best Homemade Snack Delight
These Baked Broccoli Cheese Balls are a delectable, healthy snack that is sure to please everyone.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: snacks
- Method: baked
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups broccoli, chopped
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the broccoli, cheddar cheese, breadcrumbs, egg, onion, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
- Form the mixture into small balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider mixing in some grated Parmesan cheese.
- These can be frozen before baking for convenient future snacks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 balls
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Baked Broccoli Cheese Balls, snack, healthy, vegetarian