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Cottage Cheese Broccoli Cheddar Melt Bites

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  • Author: mohamed
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Savory bite-sized delights featuring cottage cheese, broccoli, and cheddar, offering a crispy exterior and a creamy interior.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 1 cup broccoli, finely chopped
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Oil or cooking spray for baking

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Combine the cottage cheese, chopped broccoli, shredded cheddar cheese, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl until well mixed.
  3. Form the mixture into small bites and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  4. Lightly spray or brush the bites with oil.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
  6. Serve warm as a snack or appetizer.

Notes

Make-ahead: Chill the formed bites for up to a day before baking. Cooking alternatives: Use an air fryer at 375°F (190°C) for about 12-15 minutes.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 bites
  • Calories: 145
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg