Air Fryer Broccoli Cheese Bites
Ready in about 24 minutes.
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Cheesy broccoli bites with crisp exteriors and a tender middle. Great as a snack, lunchbox filler or veggie side.
Written for 4. Cook in batches rather than stacking if you scale up.
Ingredients
- 200 g cooked broccoli, chopped
- 100 g grated cheddar
- 1 egg
- 60 g breadcrumbs
- 1/2 tsp salt
Method
- 1Mix the broccoli, cheddar, egg, breadcrumbs and salt.
- 2Shape into small rounds or nuggets.
- 3Preheat the air fryer to 190°C / 375°F.
- 4Air fry for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden.
- 5Serve warm.
Tips for the best results
- Squeeze excess moisture from the broccoli if needed.
- A little parmesan adds extra savoury flavour.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Crowding the basket so air fryer broccoli cheese bites steams instead of browning.
- Skipping the flip halfway, which leaves one side pale.
- Letting wet coating pieces touch, which peels the crust and keeps it soggy.
Frequently Asked Questions
What temperature and time for air fryer broccoli cheese bites?
A typical starting point is 190°C / 375°F for 8-10 min, flip halfway. Thickness and wattage change the finish, so check early.
Can I make air fryer broccoli cheese bites ahead?
Cook it, cool it quickly, and refrigerate. Reheat in the air fryer at a slightly lower temperature so the outside does not dry before the middle is hot.
How many people does air fryer broccoli cheese bites serve?
This recipe is written for 4. For a fuller basket, cook in batches rather than stacking, or add a couple of minutes and shake more often.