{"id":3166,"date":"2025-03-26T02:01:24","date_gmt":"2025-03-26T02:01:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/breckas.com\/?p=3166"},"modified":"2025-03-26T02:01:24","modified_gmt":"2025-03-26T02:01:24","slug":"baked-broccoli-cheese-balls-recipe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/breckas.com\/index.php\/2025\/03\/26\/baked-broccoli-cheese-balls-recipe\/","title":{"rendered":"Baked Broccoli Cheese Balls Recipe"},"content":{"rendered":"

Baked Broccoli Cheese Balls Recipe<\/strong><\/h3>\n

If you are looking for a delicious and healthy<\/strong> snack, these baked broccoli cheese balls are the perfect choice.<\/p>\n

They offer a fantastic blend of fresh broccoli and melted cheese<\/strong>, and since they are baked instead of fried, they are lighter and lower in fat<\/strong> without sacrificing flavor.<\/p>\n

This recipe works perfectly as an appetizer for parties<\/strong>, a light evening snack, or even as a side dish with your main course.<\/p>\n

Ingredients<\/strong><\/h3>\n

For the Broccoli Cheese Balls<\/strong><\/h4>\n

2 cups cooked broccoli, finely chopped (about 400g\/13 oz raw broccoli)<\/p>\n

1 cup breadcrumbs<\/p>\n

2 large eggs<\/p>\n

\u00be cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your preferred type)<\/p>\n

2 green onions, finely sliced<\/p>\n

2 cloves garlic, minced<\/p>\n

\u00bc teaspoon salt<\/p>\n

Black pepper to taste<\/p>\n

Olive oil spray<\/p>\n

For the Garlic Lemon Yogurt Sauce<\/strong><\/h4>\n

\u2154 cup plain yogurt<\/p>\n

Zest of \u00bd lemon<\/p>\n

1 tablespoon lemon juice<\/p>\n

\u00bd clove garlic, minced<\/p>\n

2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil<\/p>\n

Salt and black pepper to taste<\/p>\n

Instructions<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Preheat the Oven<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Preheat your oven to 200\u00b0C (390\u00b0F)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Line a baking tray with parchment paper to prevent sticking.<\/p>\n

Prepare the Broccoli Mixture<\/strong><\/h4>\n

In a large mixing bowl, combine broccoli, breadcrumbs, eggs, cheese, green onions, garlic, salt, and black pepper<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Mix well, mashing the broccoli slightly to help bind the mixture together.<\/p>\n

Shape the Balls<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Take a heaping tablespoon<\/strong> of the mixture and roll it into a ball.<\/p>\n

Place each ball on the prepared baking tray, leaving space between them.<\/p>\n

Bake<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Lightly spray the balls with olive oil<\/strong> to give them a crispy texture.<\/p>\n

Bake for 25\u201330 minutes<\/strong>, or until golden brown and crispy on the outside.<\/p>\n

Prepare the Garlic Lemon Yogurt Sauce<\/strong><\/h4>\n

In a small bowl, mix together yogurt, lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, salt, and black pepper<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Let the mixture sit for at least 20 minutes<\/strong> to allow the flavors to blend.<\/p>\n

Serving Suggestions<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Serve the broccoli cheese balls hot<\/strong> with garlic lemon yogurt sauce<\/strong> or your favorite dip.<\/p>\n

These can be enjoyed as an appetizer, a light snack, or even as a side dish with grilled chicken or fish<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Additional Tips<\/strong><\/h3>\n

\u2714 For a gluten-free version<\/strong>, use gluten-free breadcrumbs<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

\u2714 For a spicier kick<\/strong>, add a pinch of chili flakes or smoked paprika<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

\u2714 Experiment with different cheeses<\/strong> like parmesan or gouda<\/strong> for a richer taste.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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