Description
These crispy, cheesy bites are a fantastic way to sneak some greens into your diet while being incredibly fun to make and eat. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or side dish, they combine wholesome broccoli with irresistible melted cheese.
Ingredients
- Fresh, chopped broccoli
- Sharp cheddar cheese
- Mozzarella cheese
- Breadcrumbs
- Eggs
- Salt
- Pepper
- Garlic powder
- Paprika
Instructions
- Preheat your oven: Set it to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the broccoli: Steam or blanch the chopped broccoli for about 3-4 minutes until tender but still bright green. Drain and let it cool slightly before chopping it again into small pieces.
- Mix the cheese: In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped broccoli with shredded cheese, breadcrumbs, eggs, and your chosen spices. Mix until well combined, ensuring the broccoli is evenly coated with the cheese and breadcrumbs.
- Form the nuggets: Using your hands, take small portions of the mixture and shape them into bite-sized nuggets. Place them onto the prepared baking sheet, making sure to leave some space between each nugget.
- Bake the nuggets: Pop them in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy on the outside.
- Serve: Once baked, let the nuggets cool for a few minutes before serving. They pair wonderfully with a dipping sauce of your choice, like ranch or marinara!
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 nugget
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
Keywords: Experiment with different types of cheese for a unique flavor profile. You can prepare the nuggets in advance and freeze them before baking. If you like a little heat, add some red pepper flakes to the mixture.