These Cheesy Baked Broccoli Fritters are easy to make with only five ingredients and in one bowl. Baked to a golden perfection and great as a side or for snacking on right out of the fridge. Gluten Free, Low Carb, Easy.
Broccoli and Cheese... oh yes please.. 😀
Promise... I really wasn't trying to come up with a nifty rhyme or anything...
But these are just so good and there is nothing better than that combination of flavors.
I could easily eat it on the daily.
And maybe I do... 🤔 but hey it's no secret that I might be slightly smitten by a little cheese.
Okay... maybe a lot.
Anywho, these fritters have broccoli with the cheese so that makes it perfectly acceptable.
Since broccoli is loaded with so many great nutrients....
Such as manganese, iron, potassium, vitamin C & K, and folate.
And it's higher in protein than most vegetables that are commonly consumed.
Plus broccoli is abundant in a plant compound known as sulforaphane which may improve risk factors for disease.
So all the more reason to add more broccoli to your diet.
Ingredients needed to make these Broccoli Fritters:
- Broccoli- can use fresh or frozen
- Cheese
- Garlic
- Eggs
- Almond Flour
Can I make any substitutions?
These were made with a sharp cheddar cheese but you could easily substitute with your favorite cheese.
I've also made them with a combination of two cheeses... one being gouda and they were DELISH.
What to serve with these fritters?
- Potato wedges
- Top them on a salad- just break into crouton size pieces
- Dipping sauce- I love a combination of mayo and sriracha sauce
- And you could also serve with some raw veggies on the side
Actually my favorite way to eat them is plain, cold... straight out of the fridge. They're the perfect grab and go snack.
And a great way to get in an extra serving of veggies.
More Broccoli inspiration....
Lemony Roasted Broccoli Chickpea Salad
AND IF YOU MAKE THIS RECIPE PLEASE BE SURE TO LET ME KNOW IN THE COMMENTS BELOW…
I’d love to hear if you make this & how you liked it. Plus don’t forget the star rating.
Until next time-xoxo
📖 Recipe
Cheesy Baked Broccoli Fritters (GF & Low Carb)
Ingredients
- 3 ½ cups broccoli florets chopped
- 3 cloves garlic finely minced
- 2 eggs
- ¼ cup almond flour
- 2 ¼ cups sharp cheddar cheese shredded*
- salt & pepper to taste
- optional- dash of cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees and line baking pan with parchment paper.
- Meanwhile lightly steam broccoli florets approximately 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and allow to cool and chop into small pieces.
- Add to mixing bowl along with remaining ingredients and stir till everything is evenly distributed.
- Form into equal sized patties and place on lined baking sheet.
- Bake 15 minutes on one side and flip over and bake 15 more minutes.
- Remove from oven and Enjoy or cool completely and store covered in fridge.
Kimberly
We tried this recipe last night and it was FANTASTIC!!!
All 5 in my house loved it and some are not even big broccoli fans, this one is definitely turning into one of our favorite side dishes.
It was easy to make, incredibly tasty and just the right amount of crispiness.
Stephanie
Yay! You're welcome and thanks for the lovely feedback! 🥰
Sandra
Hi there can u use an air fryer more healthier thanks
Stephanie
Hi Sandra, I haven't tested the recipe using an air fryer, but I think it should work fine. Let me know if you give it a try.
Lauren B
How is an air fryer more healthy than baking in the oven? It’s basically a counter top conversion oven. Unless you are changing ingredients, no change to healthiness. 🤷♀️
Celmira
I made them today. Will have for breakfast on 8/5/2020. I used less than the recommended cheese amount. Did not have much. Pitty we can't post pictures. Thanks for the recipie. I am always looking for something different.
Stephanie
You're welcome Celmira! You can always post a picture on Pinterest or tag me on Instagram! 😉
Linda
I made these exactly like the recipe other then using plain flour. I was able to make 10. Very good!!! Will be making again!! Thank you!
Stephanie
You're welcome Linda and thanks for stopping by to let me know! 😘
Candy
These look simple and also very tasty. Adding to the list
Nathan Mcewen
Made these tonight delicious ill be making these regularly while on keto and also when im not, really enjoyed thanks
Stephanie
You're welcome! Thanks for stopping by to let me know!😘
Lisa
Omg, I’ve just made these, I’ve been craving a fritter for a while now and thought these looked great well I gave them a go, I didn’t know how they were going to hold but but they did and looked pretty similar the original post. They tasted amazing I will be making these a lot in the future thank you for sharing this with us
Stephanie
You're welcome! Glad you Enjoyed them!
Heather
Can these be frozen?
Stephanie
I personally haven't tried freezing them but I think it should work just fine. Just make sure to cool thoroughly before freezing and I would put wax paper between them for easier removal. Hope this helps!
Judi
So good, easy, and love they are baked. Great way to switch up the veggies I used almond flour and it worked perfectly.
Stephanie
Thanks Judi! Glad you enjoyed them!
Joyce
I’ve frozen them and they are great
Kristine
Do you think I could use 3 egg yolks? My daughter is allergic to egg whites
Stephanie
Hi Kristine, I haven't actually tried it but I think that would work fine. Let me know how they turn out.
Carrie
Thankyou for sharing your recipe I can"t wait to try it. Do I measure out 3 1/2 cups of broccoli after its already chopped or before.
Stephanie
You're welcome Carrie! And that's 3 1/2 cups after it's chopped. Enjoy ❤
katie
Is there something I could use that is still gluten free but also nut free for the flour?
Stephanie
Hi Katie.. I personally haven't tried making them with another flour so not exactly sure if you'd get the same results as this recipe. But you could try substituting with coconut flour and just using a little less and add an extra egg. Let me know how it turns out for you.
Susan Webb
I used cauliflour flour . was delish!
Stephanie
Yay! So glad it worked out for you! 😘
Kathy
How many calories and carbs in this recipe? Thanks
Stephanie
Hi Kathy, the calories are listed in the recipe card.. Approximately 108 calories per serving and carbs are approximately 3.6 g per serving with serving size being one fritter. Hope that helps.
Sonia
These look so tempting! I am always looking for ideas how to feed my kids broccoli 💁🥦 and this a fantastic idea! Can't wait to try these!
Veena Azmanovv
This is unique and super healthy. Love to try it for a party too. Looks delicious and yummy.
Tisha
Love that these are low carb! Great little crispy snack!
Beth Neels
These look so moist and crispy! I can't believe they are baked!!! I just can't wait to try these fritters!!
Sabrina
The crisp on these is perfection! My kids love these and it makes me happy that they're eating more veggies.