Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and grease a baking sheet with non-stick cooking spray.

Steam broccoli florets for 3 to 4 minutes until tender, then drain thoroughly to remove excess moisture.

Finely chop the steamed broccoli or pulse in a food processor until it resembles small crumbs.

In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped broccoli, egg, onion, breadcrumbs, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

Mix the ingredients thoroughly until the mixture can be easily shaped.

Take approximately 1 tablespoon of the mixture and form it into a small cylinder or tot shape using your hands.

Place the tots onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them approximately 1 inch apart.

Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, flipping the tots halfway through the cooking time, until they are golden brown and crispy on the outside.