Crispy Broccoli Fritters

Name: Crispy Broccoli Fritters
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 6 cups broccoli (cut into even sized pieces); 3 eggs; 1/2 tsp garlic powder; 1/2 tsp onion powder; 1 tsp Italian herb mix; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 1 cup panko breadcrumbs; 2 cups cheddar cheese (shredded); 2 sprigs green onion (finely chopped); 1/4 cup dill (chopped)

By Nick Makrides Published July 9, 2023Updated November 1, 2024

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We love these oven baked Crispy Broccoli Fritters in our house. Adults and fussy toddlers! They’re cheesy and the perfect way to serve up veggies to the family. Plus, I love how easy they are to make! They’re packed full of deliciously sweet and tender broccoli which goes nicely with the cheesy crispy exterior!

Broccoli Fritters - stacked with a hand picking up the top one

If I’m listing other things I love about them, I love how easy they are to make, they’re vegetarian (great way to start the week), ready in 30 minutes and ultra-crispy. Plus! They pair perfectly with your favorite sauce! Personally, I love them with my tzatziki, but they go nicely with a creamy mayonnaise too!

How To Steam Broccoli - close up held in tweezers

Broccoli Fritters - hand holding a fritter showing how crispy it is

By the way, if you’re looking for more veggie loaded meals, check out my Veggie Pizza and my Vegan Sausage Rolls! Both delicious!

Let’s talk Broccoli!

How To Steam Broccoli - broccoli ingredient

For this recipe, you’ll need to cook your broccoli. It only takes 6 minutes! I have a full tutorial on how to do this on the blog, here. Alternatively, you can boil the broccoli, although for the sake of keeping these fritters crispy, I’d recommend steaming it.

I do want to run through some of the amazing things about broccoli though!

Broccoli has loads of flavor! It’s sweet and adds so much texture to these fritters!
It’s nutrient packed! Broccoli is so healthy for you. It’s loaded with vitamin C, K1, potassium, magnesium, and iron.
It’s low in calories! Making it perfect for people who are trying to keep healthy!

Ingredients You Need To Make Crispy Broccoli Fritters

Note: the whole recipe, including the ingredient quantities, can be found at the bottom of this page – just scroll down to the bottom, or click the ‘Jump to Recipe’ button at the top of this post.

Broccoli – to prepare your broccoli, cut your broccoli up into florets and then wash before you steam or boil.
Eggs – I used large eggs
Garlic powder – I like the flavor better than fresh garlic for this recipe. It’s also not as strong.
Onion powder – I use onion powder for the flavor, also much quicker than chopping up onion and sautéing it.
Italian herb mix – or oregano.
Salt – I used fine salt.
Black pepper – freshly ground is best, although white pepper powder works too. You only need a small pinch.
Panko breadcrumbs – are a crispier, Asian breadcrumb, but you can use fine breadcrumbs instead.
Cheddar cheese – cheese like tasty cheese or Colby cheese will work. I would recommend grating it yourself instead of buying it grated because it’s got a better flavor.
Green onion – also known as spring onion. Finely chop this.
Dill – optional, but I like the flavor this gives the fritters.

How to make Crispy Broccoli Fritters!

Cut your broccoli into florets, wash and steam for 6 minutes or boil for 8 minutes. Once cooked, allow to cool for 5 minutes and then cut into course pieces.
Add to a large mixing bowl with the rest of the ingredients.
Mix until well combined.
Scoop out onto on a baking tray.
Bake until golden, turning at the 18-minute mark.

The sauce options are endless!

My favorite way to serve these is with a yogurt sauce, tzatziki, chipotle mayo but they go well with a tomato sauce or a mayonnaise too!

Tips and Tricks For Recipe Success!

Don’t worry if the mixture looks dry, the cheese melts and the eggs helps bind everything together once its baked.
Don’t overcook your broccoli! 6 minutes is all it takes!
Cheddar cheese, also known as tasty cheese, is the best cheese to use in this recipe. Soft cheeses won’t help keep things together and crispy up like cheddar or cheeses similar to it do.
To make the mixture a little easier to handle, chill it in the fridge for 20 minutes before shaping and baking.
To make these Gluten Free, simply use gluten free breadcrumbs.

Broccoli Fritters - stacked on a baking tray

Frequently Asked Questions about Crispy Broccoli Fritters

What does they taste like?

They’re cheesy, crispy and slightly sweet from the tender broccoli. Overall, a tasty meal you can eat with your hands and pair with your favorite dipping sauce!

How do I store these?

You can make these ahead and store in the fridge for up to 4-5 days or freeze them for 3-4 months! Reheat in the microwave or for a crispy fritter, in the oven.

Can I pan fry these?

Yes! These can be pan fried with a little olive oil. They’re even crispier! Cook on medium heat until golden on each side. About 5 minutes on each side.

Could I use other veggies?

Yes! Add some grated carrot, sweet potato and some grated zucchini!

Broccoli Fritters - extreme close up of the inside of a fritter

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Nick Makrides

Nick Makrides is an ex Navy (for 7 weeks before I realised it was a major mistake), graphic designer and pastry chef. Although he likes to think of himself as a home, self taught, pop queen baker.

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3 comments

Nick Makrides July 15, 2023 - 5:55 am

These are so crispy and tasty! N x

Michelle August 20, 2024 - 12:23 am

Amazing! My new favorite broccoli receipe!
I added cilantro the second time around.. jalapeno next

Nick Makrides August 20, 2024 - 7:22 am