Broccoli Cheese Bites featuring tender broccoli and melted cheddar baked into crispy, golden bite-sized snacks.
2 cups finely chopped broccoli florets
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 large eggs
1/2 cup breadcrumbs or panko
2 cloves garlic minced
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
Preheat oven to 400°F and line baking sheet.
Steam broccoli until tender and chop finely.
Mix broccoli with cheese, eggs, breadcrumbs, and seasonings.
Form into bite-sized balls and place on baking sheet.
Brush lightly with olive oil.
Bake 18 to 22 minutes until golden.
Cool slightly and serve.
Remove excess moisture from broccoli to help the bites hold their shape.
Find it online: https://thefoodaunt.com/broccoli-cheese-bites-for-toddlers/