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Amanda Smith

Cheesy Baked Broccoli Bites: A Healthy Snack Delight!

Cheesy Baked Broccoli Bites are a delicious and healthy snack made with fresh broccoli, cheese, and spices, baked to perfection.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup fresh broccoli florets finely chopped
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped broccoli, cheddar cheese, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, eggs, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
  3. Using your hands, form the mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter, and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  4. Drizzle the olive oil over the broccoli bites.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
  6. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1g

Notes

  • For a spicier version, add 1/4 teaspoon of red pepper flakes to the mixture.
  • You can substitute the cheddar cheese with mozzarella for a different flavor profile.

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