🥦 Baked Broccoli Cheese Patties 🧀✨

Golden, cheesy, and veggie-packed patties baked to crispy perfection—ideal as a snack, side dish, or vegetarian burger alternative.

📋 Ingredients

• 12 oz (340 g) frozen broccoli florets
• 1 tbsp unsalted butter
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• ½ small yellow onion, finely diced
• ¾ cup (75 g) dry breadcrumbs
• ½ cup (55 g) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• ⅓ cup (30 g) grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 large eggs, beaten
• ½ tsp fine sea salt
• ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
• 1 tsp olive or vegetable oil (for pan)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Prep the Broccoli: Thaw broccoli in a strainer for 30 minutes. Press with paper towels to remove moisture. Chop finely into rice-sized pieces.
2. Sauté Aromatics: Melt butter in skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook 4–5 minutes until soft. Cool 5 minutes.
3. Mix the Base: In a large bowl, combine broccoli, onion-garlic mix, breadcrumbs, cheeses, salt, and pepper. Stir well. Add eggs and mix until mixture holds together. Adjust with water or breadcrumbs if needed.
4. Form Patties: Grease baking sheet with oil. Scoop ~½ cup portions, shape into ¾-inch-thick patties (~3 inches wide). Flatten gently.
5. Bake to Golden Crisp: Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15 minutes. Flip carefully; bake 12–15 minutes more until golden and crisp.
6. Rest & Serve: Let patties rest 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.

Details

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Total Time: ~45 minutes
• Yield: ~8 patties
• Calories: ~130 per patty

✨ Crispy edges, cheesy centers, and wholesome broccoli goodness—these patties are a crowd-pleasing veggie treat!