Baked Breaded Broccoli Bites (Print Format)
Crispy baked broccoli bites coated in cheese and panko for a quick, wholesome snack or appetizer.
# Ingredients:
→ Broccoli
01 -
1.5 to 2 heads broccoli, florets separated and rinsed
→ Coating
02 -
1 cup panko bread crumbs
03 -
3/4 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
04 -
3/4 cup mild cheddar cheese, shredded
→ Binding
05 -
3 large eggs
06 -
1 tablespoon milk
→ Seasonings
07 -
1 teaspoon garlic powder
08 -
3/4 teaspoon sea salt
09 -
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
→ Finishing
10 -
Olive oil spray
# Steps:
01 -
Heat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 -
Whisk together eggs and milk in a medium bowl until smooth.
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In a separate bowl, blend panko bread crumbs, Parmesan, cheddar, garlic powder, sea salt, and garlic salt evenly.
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Dip each broccoli floret into the egg mixture, ensuring coverage between stems, then transfer to the breadcrumb mixture, pressing coating thoroughly over all surfaces.
05 -
Place coated florets spaced evenly on the prepared baking sheet and lightly spray them with olive oil.
06 -
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes until golden and crisp.
07 -
Remove from oven and serve warm with ranch dressing or creamy garlic sauce.
# Tips:
01 -
Ensuring the coating penetrates between the broccoli stems creates more even crispness.