🥦 Baked Laughing Cow Broccoli Recipe

🧀Creamy Broccoli Baked with Laughing Cow Cheese

When you want an easy, creamy vegetable side dish that the whole family will love, this Baked Laughing Cow Broccoli recipe is your new go-to.

It’s simple comfort food at its best!

With only 10 minutes of prep time and minimal ingredients, this recipe transforms basic broccoli into a cheesy, rich side dish.

The melted Laughing Cow cheese creates a smooth, mild, and satisfying coating that even picky eaters enjoy.

It’s the perfect addition to any weeknight dinner and is naturally vegetarian and gluten-free, ensuring everyone at the table can enjoy it!

FAQs: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, and Kid Appeal 🥦🧀

Here are quick answers regarding the dietary benefits and family appeal of this easy side dish:

Is This Baked Broccoli Vegetarian? Yes! This side dish is entirely vegetarian. While some cheeses use animal rennet, The Laughing Cow cheese wedges do not, making this a delicious and safe option for vegetarians to enjoy.
Is The Creamy Broccoli Gluten-Free? Yes. Since every ingredient in this recipe—broccoli, milk, garlic, and Laughing Cow cheese—is naturally gluten-free, this entire side dish is safe for those avoiding gluten.
Will Kids Like This Recipe? This is a fantastic recipe for children! The naturally sweet “little broccoli trees” are made more appealing by the creamy, mild, and familiar flavor of the melted cheese, making it great for even picky eaters.

🥦🧀 Baked Laughing Cow Broccoli Recipe

Prep time: 10 minutes
Total time: 40 minutes
Yield: 4 Servings

🥦Ingredients

2 cups fresh Broccoli florets
1 teaspoon Minced Garlic (or one fresh clove, minced)
2 Tablespoons Milk (Any kind—dairy or non-dairy)
1 package Laughing Cow Cheese (8 triangle wedges)
Optional: Salt and Pepper to taste

🔪Supplies

Oven Safe Baking Dish (8×8 or similar)
Chef Knife & Measuring Spoons

➡️ Instructions

Preheat & Prep: Preheat your oven to 375°F. 🌡️
Chop & Layer: Chop the broccoli into bite-sized pieces and add them to your baking dish. Pour in the milk and sprinkle with the minced garlic. 🥛
Add Cheese: Arrange the Laughing Cow cheese triangles evenly on top of the broccoli. 🧀
Initial Bake: Bake at 375°F for 10 minutes. Remove the dish from the oven and stir gently to start melting the cheese into a sauce.
Final Bake: Return the baking dish to the oven and bake for another 20 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender and the cheese is bubbly.
Stir & Serve: Stir the cheesy mixture one last time to fully coat the broccoli, then serve immediately! 🍽️

Serving, Size, and Easy Variation Swaps 🍽️

Make this dish work for any dinner table with these quick customization and prep tips!

Broccoli Prep and Size

Floret Size: You can use large or small florets, depending on preference. Larger pieces offer a great texture contrast to the creamy cheese, but smaller pieces ensure every bite is fully coated.
Don’t Toss the Stems: If you’re a fan of the stems, feel free to chop them small and include them in the bake—just ensure all pieces are uniform so they cook evenly.

Simple Variations

Cheese Swaps: If you don’t have The Laughing Cow, you can substitute other creamy cheese wedges, such as Kerrygold Dubliner wedges, or a flavor-packed cheese like Boursin (Garlic & Herb works well).
Spice It Up: Add a sprinkle of red pepper flakes before baking for a touch of heat, or stir in smoked paprika for a savory, smoky flavor.
Top it Off: Before serving, add a light garnish of shredded Parmesan cheese or a sprinkling of toasted bread crumbs (if not gluten-free) for texture.

Storage

Leftovers: Any leftovers can be easily stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3–4 days.
Reheating: Reheat gently in the microwave or a low-temperature oven until warmed through.

Ready to Upgrade Your Weeknight Side Dish? 🍽️

This Baked Laughing Cow Broccoli is the easiest, creamiest, and most family-friendly vegetable side dish you’ll find—it takes the stress right out of dinner time!

Whatever you serve it with, it’s guaranteed to be a hit.