Cheesy Air Fryer Broccoli Bites
Cheesy Air Fryer Broccoli Bites
Ingredients
For the Broccoli Bites
- 4 cups broccoli florets, finely chopped
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 tablespoon olive oil, for spraying or tossing
Instructions
- 1
Finely chop the broccoli florets. You can do this by hand or pulse them in a food processor until they resemble coarse rice. Ensure there are no large pieces.
⏱️ 5 min
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the finely chopped broccoli, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, large egg, plain breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined and the mixture can hold its shape.
⏱️ 5 min
- 3
Preheat your air fryer to 375°F. While it preheats, form the broccoli mixture into small, bite-sized balls or tots, about 1 1/2 inches in diameter. You should get approximately 18-24 bites.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 375
- 4
Lightly spray the air fryer basket with olive oil or cooking spray. Arrange the broccoli bites in a single layer in the basket, ensuring not to overcrowd. You will likely need to cook them in two or more batches.
⏱️ 1 min
- 5
Air fry for 10-12 minutes, flipping the bites halfway through, until they are golden brown and crispy on the outside and heated through. Repeat with any remaining batches.
⏱️ 12 min•🌡️ 375
- 6
Serve the cheesy air fryer broccoli bites immediately as a snack, appetizer, or side dish. They are delicious on their own or with a dipping sauce like ranch or marinara.
⏱️ 2 min
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Cheesy Air Fryer Broccoli Bites
Ingredients
For the Broccoli Bites
- 4 cups broccoli florets, finely chopped
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 tablespoon olive oil, for spraying or tossing
Instructions
- 1
Finely chop the broccoli florets. You can do this by hand or pulse them in a food processor until they resemble coarse rice. Ensure there are no large pieces.
⏱️ 5 min - 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the finely chopped broccoli, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, large egg, plain breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined and the mixture can hold its shape.
⏱️ 5 min - 3
Preheat your air fryer to 375°F. While it preheats, form the broccoli mixture into small, bite-sized balls or tots, about 1 1/2 inches in diameter. You should get approximately 18-24 bites.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 375 - 4
Lightly spray the air fryer basket with olive oil or cooking spray. Arrange the broccoli bites in a single layer in the basket, ensuring not to overcrowd. You will likely need to cook them in two or more batches.
⏱️ 1 min - 5
Air fry for 10-12 minutes, flipping the bites halfway through, until they are golden brown and crispy on the outside and heated through. Repeat with any remaining batches.
⏱️ 12 min•🌡️ 375 - 6
Serve the cheesy air fryer broccoli bites immediately as a snack, appetizer, or side dish. They are delicious on their own or with a dipping sauce like ranch or marinara.
⏱️ 2 min