Description
Broccoli Cheese Bites are a delicious and nutritious snack that combines the goodness of broccoli with the savory flavor of cheese, making them a perfect treat for both kids and adults.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh broccoli, chopped
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Lightly steam the broccoli until tender but still crunchy.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the steamed broccoli, shredded cheese, breadcrumbs, eggs, salt, and pepper.
- Mix the ingredients until well combined.
- Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Form the mixture into small bite-sized balls.
- Place the balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Chilling the mixture helps the bites hold their shape during baking.
- Prep Time: 30
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (50g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 200
- Fat: 9
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Unsaturated Fat: 5
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 6
- Cholesterol: 20
Keywords: snack, broccoli, cheese, bites, healthy