Easy Broccoli Bake
Satisfy your comfort food cravings with this rich and creamy Easy Broccoli Bake! Packed with tender broccoli florets, a velvety cream cheese and cheddar filling, and a golden, bubbly topping, this simple yet flavorful casserole is a must-try for busy weeknights or a comforting side dish at your next family dinner. Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe brings together wholesome ingredients like fresh broccoli, garlic, and onion powder, with an optional buttery breadcrumb layer for an extra crunch. Perfectly baked to cheesy perfection, this crowd-pleasing dish is a delicious way to add more vegetables to your plate while keeping things hearty and satisfying.
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Ingredients
- 500 grams broccoli florets
- 200 grams cheddar cheese, shredded
- 120 grams cream cheese, softened
- 120 milliliters heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 50 grams breadcrumbs (optional)
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted (optional, for breadcrumbs)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F) and grease a medium-sized baking dish.
Step 2
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the broccoli florets and blanch for 2-3 minutes until bright green and slightly tender. Drain and set aside.
Step 3
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, heavy cream, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and half of the shredded cheddar cheese. Mix until smooth.
Step 4
Add the blanched broccoli florets to the mixture and gently stir to coat evenly.
Step 5
Transfer the broccoli mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
Step 6
Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheddar cheese on top of the broccoli mixture.
Step 7
If using breadcrumbs, toss them with the melted butter in a small bowl, then sprinkle evenly over the top of the cheese layer.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
Step 9
Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your easy broccoli bake!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 1027.4 grams (1027.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2135 |
| Total Fat 171.50g | 220% |
| Saturated Fat 107.30g | 537% |
| Cholesterol 530mg | 177% |
| Sodium 3403mg | 148% |
| Total Carbohydrate 77.70g | 28% |
| Dietary Fiber 14.60g | 52% |
| Total Sugars 13.80g | |
| Protein 81.80g | 164% |
| Vitamin D 61IU | 306% |
| Calcium 1842mg | 142% |
| Iron 8mg | 46% |
| Potassium 450mg | 10% |
Source of Calories