31 Irresistible Broccoli Cheese Balls You’ll Crave Daily
Broccoli cheese balls are crispy, cheesy bites with a mozzarella center. Perfect as a party appetizer or snack.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Fryer, Oven, or Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups broccoli florets, finely chopped (steamed and cooled)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 12 mozzarella cubes (about 1/2-inch each)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 3/4 cup Italian-style breadcrumbs (plus extra for coating)
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp dried parsley (optional)
- Oil spray or vegetable oil
Instructions
- Steam broccoli until tender, cool, and finely chop.
- Mix broccoli, cheddar, Parmesan, eggs, breadcrumbs, flour, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and parsley in a bowl.
- Shape mixture into balls, stuffing each with a mozzarella cube.
- Coat balls in extra breadcrumbs and chill for 10 minutes.
- Air fry at 375°F for 10–12 minutes, bake at 400°F for 18–20 minutes, or fry at 350°F for 2–3 minutes.
- Serve hot.
Notes
- Chilling helps the balls hold their shape.
- Use fresh breadcrumbs for extra crispiness.
- Serve immediately for melty cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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