Cheesy Easy Broccoli Cheese Cups
Cheesy Easy Broccoli Cheese Cups blend creamy cheese and broccoli for a quick snack. This simple recipe creates a savory veggie snack for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 3 cups 210g cooked, finely chopped broccoli
- 1 large egg
- ¾ cup 90g crushed Ritz crackers (~12 crackers)
- 1 cup 100g shredded cheddar cheese (plus extra for topping)
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- Substitution: Use breadcrumbs for crackers; mozzarella for cheddar.
Instructions
Preheat Oven
- I preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) for this Cheesy Easy Broccoli Cheese Cups.
Mix Ingredients
- In a bowl, I combine 3 cups broccoli, 1 egg, ¾ cup crushed crackers, 1 cup cheese, ½ tsp garlic powder, and ½ tsp salt for this cheesy veggie cups.
Prep Muffin Tin
- I grease a 24-cup mini muffin tin with nonstick spray for this crispy broccoli bites’ edges.
Fill and Top
- I spoon mixture into 16 cups, press down, and top with extra cheese for this simple recipe.
Bake and Cool
- I bake 14–16 minutes until golden, cool 5–10 minutes, then remove for this savory veggie snack.
Notes
- Use freshly grated cheese for better melting and flavor.
- Drain broccoli well to avoid soggy cups.
- Customize with spices or add-ins like cayenne, Parmesan, or chopped nuts.
- Store in fridge up to 3 days or freeze up to 1 month. Reheat at 375°F for 10–12 minutes.
- Great with dips like ranch, ketchup, honey mustard, or marinara.
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