Baked Broccoli Cheese Balls
Crispy on the outside, cheesy on the inside—these baked broccoli cheese balls are a fun and delicious snack or appetizer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 20 balls
- Category: Appetizer / Snack / Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
2 cups fresh broccoli florets, steamed and finely chopped
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
2 large eggs, beaten
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Cooking spray or olive oil
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly spray with cooking spray.
In a large bowl, combine chopped broccoli, cheddar cheese, Parmesan, 3/4 cup breadcrumbs, eggs, garlic, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
Roll mixture into 1-inch balls. If mixture is too wet, add extra breadcrumbs as needed.
Roll each ball lightly in the remaining breadcrumbs for a crispy coating.
Place balls on the prepared baking sheet and spray tops with cooking spray.
Bake for 18–22 minutes, turning halfway, until golden brown and crisp.
Serve warm with ranch, marinara, or your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
Great for kids — a fun way to sneak in vegetables!
Freeze before baking for a make-ahead snack (add 5 minutes to bake time when cooking from frozen).
Swap cheddar with mozzarella or pepper jack for different flavor profiles.
Can also be air-fried at 375°F for 10–12 minutes.
Find it online: https://allrecipesmade.com/baked-broccoli-cheese-balls/
