Cheesy Broccoli Casserole Bites (Print out)

Savory broccoli and melted cheese bites, ideal for low-carb 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

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease a 24-cup mini muffin tin.
02 - Steam or microwave the chopped broccoli until just tender, about 2 to 3 minutes. Drain and allow to cool slightly.
03 - In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked broccoli, diced onion, shredded cheddar, grated Parmesan, and softened cream cheese until evenly mixed.
04 - Add the eggs, almond flour, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir thoroughly until a sticky batter forms.
05 - Spoon tablespoon amounts of the mixture and shape into balls or directly fill each mini muffin cavity.
06 - Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until the bites are golden brown and firm to the touch.
07 - Allow bites to cool for five minutes before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They taste like comfort food but keep you on track with your low carb goals.
  • You can make them ahead and reheat them without losing that cheesy, satisfying bite.
  • They work as a snack, a side, or a party appetizer that actually gets finished.
02 -
  • Do not skip draining the broccoli after steaming or the batter will be too wet and won't hold together.
  • Softening the cream cheese fully before mixing makes all the difference in getting a smooth, even batter.
03 -
  • Taste the batter before baking and adjust the salt or garlic powder to your liking, it saves you from bland bites later.
  • If using a mini muffin tin, spray it well or use paper liners to prevent sticking and make cleanup effortless.
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