Cheesy Broccoli Casserole Bites (Print)

Savory bite-sized broccoli treats with melted cheese, perfect for snacks or gatherings.

# Components:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 cups finely chopped broccoli florets (approximately 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 softened cream cheese

→ 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 - 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 florets until just tender, approximately 2 to 3 minutes. Drain thoroughly and allow to cool slightly.
03 - In a large bowl, mix the cooked broccoli, diced onion, shredded cheddar, grated Parmesan, and softened cream cheese until fully incorporated.
04 - Incorporate eggs, almond flour, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper into the mixture. Stir until a cohesive, sticky batter forms.
05 - Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of the batter and shape into balls, or fill each cavity of the mini muffin tin.
06 - Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until the bites become golden brown and firm to the touch.
07 - Allow bites to cool for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm or at room temperature.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They disappear faster than you can say low carb, which means youre doing something very right.
  • The texture is somehow both tender and crispy, like a savory little cloud with a golden crust.
  • You can make them ahead, freeze them, and reheat them whenever you need a quick snack or unexpected guests show up.
02 -
  • Drain the broccoli really well after steaming, or the extra moisture will make the batter too wet and the bites wont hold their shape.
  • Dont overfill the muffin cups, they puff up a little and you want them to bake evenly without spilling over.
  • Taste the batter before baking and add more salt or garlic powder if it tastes bland, this is your last chance to fix the seasoning.
03 -
  • Press the broccoli gently with a paper towel after draining to remove every last bit of moisture, it makes a huge difference in texture.
  • Let the batter sit for a minute or two before scooping so the almond flour can absorb some of the moisture and the mixture holds together better.
  • If youre using a baking sheet instead of a muffin tin, make sure to space the bites apart so they get crispy all around and dont steam each other.
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