Delicious Broccoli Cheese Balls
Broccoli Cheese Balls are crispy, golden bites made with tender broccoli, melted cheese, and a crunchy coating, perfect as an appetizer or snack.
Ingredients
For the Filling
- 1 ½ cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 cup shredded Colby cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 ounces Velveeta cubed
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- ¼ cup Panko crumbs
- 1 egg lightly beaten
For Coating and Frying
- ½ cup all purpose flour
- 2 eggs beaten
- 2 cups Panko crumbs
- Vegetable or canola oil
Instructions
- Steam broccoli 4–5 minutes until tender, cool, then chop into small ¼ inch pieces
- Mix broccoli with Colby, cheddar, Velveeta, red pepper flakes, ¼ cup Panko, and 1 egg until combined
- Shape into 12–14 balls, place on a plate, and refrigerate 30 minutes to firm
- Prepare 3 bowls: flour, beaten eggs with 1 tbsp water, and remaining Panko
- Heat oil to 375°F in a deep pot, about 2 inches deep
- Coat each ball in flour, dip in egg, then cover evenly with Panko
- Fry in batches 2–3 minutes until golden, avoiding overcrowding
- Remove, drain on paper towels, and serve hot