Air Fryer Broccoli Cheddar Bites
Broccoli Cheddar Bites are made with steamed broccoli, sharp cheddar, Parmesan, and breadcrumbs; air fry at 375°F for 10 minutes until golden and crispy.
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Method
- 1
Steam broccoli until tender. Chop finely and squeeze out excess moisture.
- 2
Mix with cheddar, breadcrumbs, egg, Parmesan, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- 3
Form into small balls or nugget shapes.
- 4
Spray with cooking spray.
- 5
Air fry at 375°F for 8-10 minutes, turning halfway, until golden and crispy. Serve with ranch or honey mustard.
Pro tip. Squeezing moisture from the broccoli is critical — wet broccoli makes soggy bites. Sharp cheddar gives the best flavor. These freeze well: form, freeze on a sheet pan, then store in bags. Air fry from frozen for 12 minutes.
Why the air fryer wins here
- Ready in 10 minutes. The same dish takes about 16 in a conventional oven, plus preheating.
- Fast-moving hot air browns the outside before the inside dries out, so you get color without babysitting.
- Cleanup is a basket, not a sheet pan and a splattered stovetop.
Storing and reheating
Refrigerate perishable leftovers within 2 hours, or within 1 hour above 90°F. Reheat leftovers to 165°F (74°C) throughout, measured with a food thermometer. USDA leftover safety guidance.
Keep leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days. To bring them back, air fry at 350°F for 2-3 minutes. Reheats fast. Pull at 2 minutes for some char on the florets. Full reheat guide for broccoli.
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