Baked Broccoli Cheese Balls: The Best Guilt-Free Snack Delight
A delicious and healthy snack option, these Baked Broccoli Cheese Balls are perfect for guilt-free indulgence.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Snacks
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Steam the broccoli until tender, then chop finely.
- In a bowl, combine the chopped broccoli, cheddar cheese, breadcrumbs, eggs, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Form the mixture into small balls and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- These can be made ahead and frozen for convenience.
- Adjust the spices to your taste preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 balls
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 60mg