Description
Crispy Broccoli Cheddar Poppers are a tasty snack or appetizer packed with flavor. They combine the goodness of broccoli with rich cheddar cheese, all wrapped in a crispy coating.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups broccoli florets, steamed
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup flour
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, combine steamed broccoli, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs.
- Form the broccoli mixture into small balls.
- Roll each ball in flour, then dip in eggs, and finally coat with breadcrumbs.
- Place the poppers on a baking sheet.
- Drizzle with oil.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and crispy.
Notes
- Adjust seasoning to your taste.
- For extra crunch, double coat the poppers.
- Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 poppers
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Crispy Broccoli Cheddar Poppers, Broccoli Snacks, Cheese Appetizer, Vegetarian Snacks