Crispy Vegan Broccoli Cheese Bites
🌱 Crispy Vegan Broccoli Cheese Bites 🥦
These Crispy Vegan Broccoli Cheese Bites are golden on the outside and stretchy in the middle — chopped broccoli and dairy-free cheese rolled into balls, then breaded and baked until the crust turns deep gold. No eggs. No dairy. Break one open and the cheese still pulls.
I love chilling them before they hit the oven so they hold a round shape. A little oil spray is what browns the crumbs. Don’t skip it or they stay pale. 💚
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Why You’ll Love These Bites 💚
- 🌱 Completely vegan
- 🥦 Real broccoli inside
- 🧀 Stretchy dairy-free cheese
- 🔥 Crispy breadcrumb crust
- 🍽️ Snack or side
- 🧊 Freezer friendly
The Secret to a Pull That Holds
Chop the broccoli fine and squeeze it dry. A mozzarella-style shred melts. A little vegan cream cheese helps it stretch instead of just oozing. Chill the balls 20 minutes before breading so they don’t fall apart in the pan. Bake hot, and serve while the center is still soft.
Frequently Asked Questions ❓
Can I air-fry them? 💨
Yes. 390°F (200°C) for 10–12 minutes, shaking once.
Which cheese melts best? 🧀
A mozzarella-style vegan shred, plus a spoon of vegan cream cheese. That mix pulls better than shreds alone.
How do I store them? 🧊
Fridge 3 days. Reheat in a 400°F (200°C) oven for 8 minutes so the crust comes back.
🌱 Crispy Vegan Broccoli Cheese Bites
Ingredients 🛒
- 3 cups finely chopped broccoli, steamed and squeezed dry
- 1 cup shredded vegan mozzarella
- 2 tablespoons vegan cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ⅓ cup plant milk
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Oil spray
Instructions 👩🍳
- Mix broccoli, vegan mozzarella, cream cheese, 2 tablespoons breadcrumbs, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Roll into 16 balls. Chill 20 minutes.
- Dip each ball in plant milk, then press into panko. Place on a lined sheet. Spray with oil.
- Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 18–20 minutes, until deep golden.
- Rest 2 minutes so the cheese sets slightly, then serve hot.
Nutrition
| Nutrient | Per 4 bites |
|---|---|
| Calories | 180 |
| Protein | 6g |
| Net carbohydrates | 16g |
| Total carbohydrates | 19g |
| Fiber | 3g |
| Total fat | 9g |
| Sodium | 420mg |
Estimates based on baked broccoli cheese bites with vegan mozzarella and panko. Exact numbers may vary by cheese brand.
Notes & Tips 💡
- If the mix is wet, add 1 tablespoon more breadcrumbs.
- A pinch of chili flakes in the crumbs is excellent.
- Marinara on the side turns this into a snack plate.
- These are best the minute they leave the oven, while the center still pulls.
These Crispy Vegan Broccoli Cheese Bites are golden, stretchy, and easy to pile on a plate. Broccoli that finally eats like a snack. 🥦🌱
If you make them, I’d love to hear how they turned out — leave a comment or tag me!
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