Crispy Broccoli Cheese Bites Recipe
The Crispy Broccoli Cheese Bites Recipe transforms ordinary vegetables into irresistible golden treats.
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Food processor or blender
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Ice cream scoop or spoon
- Wire cooling rack
Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Steam broccoli florets for 5 minutes until tender.
- Drain broccoli completely and let cool.
- Chop steamed broccoli into small pieces.
- Mix broccoli with cheese in large bowl.
- Add eggs, flour, and seasonings together.
- Combine all ingredients until mixture holds together.
- Shape mixture into small, round bite-sized balls.
- Place balls on parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Brush tops lightly with olive oil.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool on wire rack for 5 minutes.
Notes
- Steaming preserves broccoli's texture and prevents excess moisture that makes bites soggy.
- Remove all water from cooked broccoli before mixing to ensure crispy results.
- Refrigerate the mixture for 30 minutes before shaping for easier handling.
- This creates uniform bite sizes that cook evenly.
- Leave space between bites on the baking sheet for proper browning.