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Broccoli and Cheese Tots

These Broccoli and Cheese Tots are crispy, cheesy, and packed with wholesome goodness! Perfect as a snack or side dish that everyone will love.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Easy, Freezer-Friendly, Kid-Friendly, Quick, Vegetarian
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 12 oz broccoli florets fresh
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 large egg white
  • 1/2 cup scallion finely chopped
  • 2/3 cup reduced fat sharp cheddar cheese grated
  • 1/2 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • cooking spray

Instructions

  • Start by washing and drying 12 oz of broccoli florets thoroughly. Use a food processor to pulse the broccoli until finely chopped but not pureed. If you don’t have a food processor, grate the broccoli using the coarse side of a box grater.
  • In a large mixing bowl, add the finely chopped broccoli, 1 large egg, 1 large egg white, and 1/2 cup finely chopped scallions. Stir in 2/3 cup grated reduced fat sharp cheddar cheese and 1/2 cup seasoned breadcrumbs. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix everything together until well combined. The mixture should be sticky enough to hold its shape when formed.
  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat and spray it lightly with cooking spray. Using a spoon or small cookie scoop, form the mixture into small, tot-sized cylinders, about 1 to 1.5 inches long. Place each tot on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between them.
  • Spray the tops of the tots lightly with cooking spray to encourage browning. Bake them in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through to ensure even crispiness on all sides. The Broccoli and Cheese Tots should be golden brown and crispy on the outside, with a tender, cheesy center.
  • Remove the tots from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving. This resting time helps them firm up and makes for a better eating experience.

Equipment

  • Food processor or grater
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper or silicone baking mat
  • Spoon or Small Cookie Scoop

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, flip the tots halfway through baking and spray them with cooking spray on both sides.
  • To prevent sogginess, avoid over-processing broccoli and consider lightly steaming and squeezing out excess moisture before mixing.
  • These tots freeze well; bake from frozen at 400°F for about 15 minutes to reheat.