Description
Irresistible and crunchy Air Fryer Broccoli Cheddar Poppers, perfect for a quick snack or party treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups chopped broccoli
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 3/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg (or flax egg)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the broccoli by washing and chopping it into small florets; blanch briefly if desired.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the blanched broccoli, shredded cheddar cheese, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and egg (or flax egg) until well mixed.
- Shape the mixture into small balls or patties.
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease the basket.
- Arrange the poppers in a single layer and cook for 10-12 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving warm with your choice of dipping sauce.
Notes
These poppers are family-approved and can be customized with different cheeses or vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 poppers
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg