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Air Fryer Cheesy Broccoli Balls

Julia
These Air Fryer Broccoli Balls are crispy, cheesy, and perfect for quick snacks or easy sides. Just 20 minutes and a handful of simple ingredients!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Main Course
Servings 17 balls
Calories 37 kcal

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INGREDIENTS
  

  • 1 cup mozzarella, freshly grated if possible
  • 4 ounces broccoli florets
  • ¾ cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ teaspoon Italian seasonings or a mix of herbs
  • salt + black pepper, to taste
  • olive oil, to spray over broccoli bites

INSTRUCTIONS
 

  • Cook the broccoli: Steam the broccoli florets until soft but not mushy. For a quick fix, I sometimes microwave them in 30-second bursts, stirring in between.
    4 ounces broccoli florets
  • Mash the broccoli: Transfer the cooked broccoli to a bowl. Mash with a fork until broken down but still a little chunky.
  • Mix everything together: Add panko breadcrumbs, mozzarella, egg, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Stir well until combined.
    1 cup mozzarella, ¾ cup panko breadcrumbs, 1 large egg, ½ teaspoon Italian seasonings or a mix of herbs, salt + black pepper
  • Let rest: Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes. This helps the breadcrumbs absorb moisture and makes shaping easier.
  • Form the balls: Use about 1 tablespoon of mixture for each ball. You should get 17–18 balls total.
  • Prep the air fryer: Line the basket with parchment paper (optional, but helps with sticking). Arrange the balls in a single layer, leaving space between them.
  • Spray and cook: Lightly spray the tops with olive oil. Air fry at 375°F for 10 minutes, or until golden and crispy.
    olive oil
  • Serve: Enjoy warm with your favorite dipping sauces. I love them with Green Goddess Dip!

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NUTRITION

Calories: 37kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 2gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.001gCholesterol: 16mgSodium: 67mgPotassium: 36mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 0.4gVitamin A: 103IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 44mgIron: 0.3mg
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