Golden bites packed with cheesy broccoli goodness — baked, not fried!

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🥦 Ingredients

• 2 cups chopped cooked broccoli (fresh or frozen, well drained)
• 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
• ½ cup breadcrumbs (plus a little extra if needed)
• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons chopped green onions (optional)
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon onion powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper

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🥦 Instructions

1️⃣ Preheat the oven:
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

2️⃣ Make the mixture:
In a large bowl, combine the broccoli, cheddar cheese, Parmesan, breadcrumbs, flour, eggs, green onions, and all the seasonings.
Mix until everything is evenly combined.
(If the mixture feels too wet, add a bit more breadcrumbs.)

3️⃣ Form the balls:
Scoop about 1 heaping tablespoon of the mixture and roll into balls.
Place them onto the prepared baking sheet.

4️⃣ Bake:
Bake for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and slightly crispy.

5️⃣ Serve:
Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce like ranch, honey mustard, or sriracha mayo! 🥰

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🍯 Why You’ll Love This Recipe

These Baked Broccoli Cheese Balls are cheesy, crispy, and full of flavor — a healthier, easy-to-make snack or appetizer that’s perfect for both kids and adults!
You get your veggies AND your comfort food fix in one amazing bite. 🥦💛

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Would you also like a low-carb version made with almond flour? 🌟
I can send that too if you want!