Broccoli Tree Potato Bites
Fun and healthy vegetarian snacks shaped like trees, made with broccoli and mashed potatoes, great for kids’ meals or parties.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
- Method: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 head broccoli, cut into florets
- 2 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil the potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and mash with butter, salt, and pepper.
- Steam or boil broccoli florets until bright green, about 5 minutes. Drain.
- Mix half the grated cheese into the mashed potatoes.
- Form the mashed potatoes into tree trunk shapes on a baking sheet.
- Place broccoli florets on top like trees, and sprinkle remaining cheese over the tops.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 10-15 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve warm.
Notes
These are easy to make and can be customized with other veggies. For extra fun, use cookie cutters for shapes.
Nutrition
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Protein: 7g
Find it online: https://www.delicetreats.com/broccoli-potato-bites-recipe/