**Broccoli Bites: A Delightful Treat for All**
Indulge in the delectable goodness of broccoli bites, a culinary creation that tantalizes taste buds with its crispy exterior and tender, flavorful interior. These bite-sized treats are not only a delight to the palate but also a nutritious snack that packs a punch of vitamins and minerals. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal preparation time, you can whip up these delectable morsels that are perfect for parties, gatherings, or simply as a satisfying snack to munch on. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving for more!
**Explore a World of Flavors with Our Diverse Broccoli Bites Recipes**
Our curated collection of broccoli bites recipes offers a symphony of flavors that cater to every palate. From the classic cheesy broccoli bites, bursting with gooey melted cheese, to the tantalizing buffalo broccoli bites, coated in a spicy and tangy sauce, there's a recipe here for everyone. For those seeking a healthier option, try our air fryer broccoli bites, which deliver a crispy crunch without compromising on taste. And for a unique twist, our bacon-wrapped broccoli bites combine the savory flavors of bacon with the delicate sweetness of broccoli. With so many options to choose from, you're sure to find a broccoli bites recipe that will become a staple in your culinary repertoire.
BROCCOLI CHEESE BITES
These cheesy, deep fried broccoli snacks are so tasty, and great for parties. Everyone loves them.
Provided by REBECCA B.
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Cheese
Time 40m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat oil in deep-fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Place broccoli in a medium saucepan with 1 cup boiling water. Return to a boil. Cook covered until firm but tender, about 5 minutes.
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the Cheddar cheese. Mix in the broccoli. Allow the mixture to cool and thicken approximately 15 minutes.
- In a medium bowl, mix the bread crumbs, salt and pepper. Spread the mixture onto a large piece of wax paper.
- Form the broccoli cheese mixture into balls and roll in the bread crumb mixture until thoroughly coated.
- Deep fry the balls until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 440.5 calories, Carbohydrate 30 g, Cholesterol 47.5 mg, Fat 28.1 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 17.6 g, SaturatedFat 11.4 g, Sodium 568.3 mg, Sugar 3.2 g
BROCCOLI BALLS RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: broccoli, eggs, onion, feta cheese, salt and pepper, panko breadcrumbs, flour, oil, ricotta cheese
Provided by Jada Burke
Categories Sides
Yield 1 serving
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Chop and boil the broccoli until soft. Strain.
- Add one egg, the onion, feta, salt and pepper, HALF the breadcrumbs and HALF the flour until a thick, dough-like consistency forms.
- Scoop into balls and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Coat the cooled balls in the remaining egg, then the flour, then the breadcrumbs.
- Air fry for or bake in a preheated 350°F oven for 10 minutes.
- Serve with ricotta.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1027 calories, Carbohydrate 105 grams, Fat 50 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 36 grams, Sugar 10 grams
BROCCOLI BITES
Herb stuffing and Parmesan cheese add nice flavor to the broccoli in these cute appetizers from Laurie Todd of Columbus, Mississippi. The recipe makes several dozen, so you can just take out of the freezer as many as you need.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 40m
Yield about 5 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cook broccoli according to package directions; drain and place in a bowl. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Shape into 1-in. balls. , Place in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 11-12 minutes or until golden brown. Or place in a single layer in a freezer container and freeze for up to 1 month., To use frozen appetizers: Place in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 16-18 minutes or until golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 107 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 79mg cholesterol, Sodium 282mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
BROCCOLI BITES
Baked Broccoli Bites, a deliciously healthy meal that is perfect for toddlers and older kids alike. Whether you make them for a picnic, kids' school lunch box, or simply a healthy snack in between meals, my fantastic cheesy broccoli bites are sure to please the whole family.
Provided by Daniela Apostol
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Break the broccoli head into florets, add them to a pan of boiling water, cover with a lid and leave to cook for 5-7 minutes until tender.
- Chop the broccoli finely, you should get about 2 cups of chopped broccoli. Leave to cool.
- Add the broccoli to a bowl, add the cheese, chopped spring onion, breadcrumbs, egg and black pepper, and mix everything well.
- Pre-heat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius (350 Fahrenheit).
- Grease a baking tray with vegetable oil, then shape small balls out of the broccoli mixture, I ended up with 13 balls, but depending on the size, you might get more or less.
- Bake for 30 minutes or until lightly golden brown, turning them on the other side half the way through baking.
- Serve warm or cold.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 55 kcal, Carbohydrate 6 g, Protein 3 g, Fat 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 17 mg, Sodium 79 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, TransFat 1 g, UnsaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving
BEER-BATTERED BROCCOLI BITES
If you're looking for a way to jazz up everyday veggies, try this super-tasty recipe. It's also delicious with green beans, cauliflower, zucchini or yellow squash.
Provided by By Angie McGowan
Categories Side Dish
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In large bowl, mix flour, garlic powder, onion powder, pepper, cheese and beer with whisk until smooth. Add broccoli; toss until well coated with batter.
- In deep fryer or heavy saucepan, heat 2 to 3 inches oil to 375°F. Fry broccoli in batches 2 to 3 minutes, turning once, until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
- Serve warm broccoli bites with ranch dressing for dipping.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving
BROCCOLI BITES
Delicious bits of broccoli are drenched in a cheese mixture and fried. When our local restaurant stopped serving their Broccoli Bites, we were devastated. So I tried to duplicate them at home one night. It was funny to note that soon after, they started carrying them again here.
Provided by Kristen
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Cheese
Time 20m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- To make the sauce: In a small bowl, stir together the mustard and honey. Set aside.
- Chop florets into small pieces or pulse lightly in food processor. Toss in a mixing bowl with shredded cheese. Set aside.
- Beat egg and stir in the milk. Sift flour, baking powder, and salt together and combine them with the egg and milk mixture, beating well. Beat in 1/2 teaspoon oil as well. Pour mixture over broccoli and cheese and toss to coat well.
- In a large skillet or saucepan heat oil to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Drop broccoli mixture by spoonfuls into 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) oil and fry until golden brown. Serve with honey mustard sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 113.1 calories, Carbohydrate 12.6 g, Cholesterol 27 mg, Fat 5.1 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 4.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 283.6 mg, Sugar 7 g
Tips:
- Choose fresh, firm broccoli: Look for broccoli with tightly closed florets and a deep green color.
- Cut the broccoli into small, bite-sized pieces: This will help them cook evenly and quickly.
- Season the broccoli with salt, pepper, and garlic powder: This will enhance the flavor of the broccoli.
- Use a light coating of olive oil: This will help the broccoli to crisp up in the oven.
- Bake the broccoli at a high temperature: This will help to caramelize the broccoli and give it a crispy exterior.
- Serve the broccoli with your favorite dipping sauce: Ranch dressing, blue cheese dressing, or honey mustard are all great options.
Conclusion:
Broccoli bites are a delicious and healthy snack or appetizer that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Whether you like them crispy or soft, spicy or mild, there is a broccoli bite recipe out there for everyone. So next time you are looking for a healthy snack, give broccoli bites a try. You won't be disappointed!
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