Baked Broccoli Cheese Balls (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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2 cups broccoli florets, finely chopped
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1 cup breadcrumbs (for binding)
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1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
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1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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2 eggs (for binding)
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2 tbsp all-purpose flour (for binding)
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1/2 tsp garlic powder (for seasoning)
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1/2 tsp onion powder (for seasoning)
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Cooking spray (for greasing the baking sheet)
# Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Steam broccoli florets for 3-5 minutes. Cool, then finely chop.
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Combine broccoli, breadcrumbs, cheddar, Parmesan, eggs, and flour in a bowl. Season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
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Scoop mixture, roll into 1-inch balls. Arrange on baking sheet with space between.
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Bake 20-25 minutes until golden. Broil 1-2 minutes for extra crispiness.
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Cool slightly. Serve with dipping sauce. Enjoy warm.
# Notes:
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Freeze balls before baking, add 5 minutes to baking time.
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Use gluten-free breadcrumbs and flour for a gluten-free version.
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Store leftovers in fridge up to 3 days. Reheat in oven or air fryer.