Cheesy Broccoli Casserole Bites (Printer-friendly)

Savory, bite-sized treats with tender broccoli and melted cheese, ideal for easy snacking or appetizers.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 cups broccoli florets, finely chopped (about 1 small head)
02 - 1 small onion, finely diced

→ Dairy

03 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
04 - 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
05 - 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened

→ Eggs

06 - 2 large eggs

→ Pantry

07 - 1/3 cup almond flour
08 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
09 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
10 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
11 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

# Directions:

01 - Heat oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or grease a 24-cup mini muffin tin lightly.
02 - Steam or microwave broccoli until just tender, approximately 2-3 minutes. Drain excess moisture and let cool slightly.
03 - In a large bowl, blend broccoli, diced onion, shredded cheddar, grated Parmesan, and softened cream cheese until uniform.
04 - Add eggs, almond flour, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix completely to form a sticky batter.
05 - Scoop tablespoon-sized portions and shape into balls or fill each mini muffin cup evenly.
06 - Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until the bites are golden brown and firm to touch.
07 - Allow bites to cool for 5 minutes before serving warm or at room temperature.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They taste indulgent enough to pass as an appetizer at parties, but they're actually packed with real vegetables and protein.
  • No breadcrumbs or flour means you can eat them without guilt whether you're watching carbs or just want something satisfying.
  • Prep is genuinely quick, and they reheat beautifully, so they're perfect for making ahead on a quiet weeknight.
02 -
  • Do not skip draining the broccoli thoroughly—extra moisture is the main reason these fall apart during baking, and I learned this the hard way on my first batch.
  • The mixture should be thick and sticky but not wet; if it looks too loose, add a tablespoon more almond flour and everything will transform.
03 -
  • Use a small cookie scoop for uniform bites that bake at exactly the same rate and look professionally presented without any fuss.
  • If your mixture seems dry after mixing, don't panic—cream cheese can vary in moisture, so just add a beaten egg yolk or a tablespoon of butter to bring it back to that sticky texture that holds everything together.
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