Make Healthy Powdered Broccoli:
Your Easy DIY Guide

Guest Post by Julius

Broccoli is one of the most nutrient-packed veggies you can eat, but did you know you can turn it into a shelf-stable superfood powder at home? Making healthy powdered broccoli is simple, cost-effective, and perfect for smoothies, soups, or daily wellness drinks.

✅ Quick Answer: How do you make healthy powdered broccoli?
To make powdered broccoli, dehydrate fresh florets or sprouts at a low temperature until completely dry, then grind them into a fine powder with a coffee grinder. Store in an airtight glass jar in a cool, dark place for up to 12 months.

In this guide, you’ll learn how to dehydrate broccoli (or sprouts), grind it into fine powder, store it safely, and even make it taste better—all with tips from a reader who swears by his daily greens mix.

Homemade powdered broccoli drink made from dehydrated sprouts

He wrote in to say that he'd read my page on dehydrating broccoli but he wanted to add a personal story regarding his fresh broccoli florets and fresh broccoli sprouts! His inspiring story is coming up...

Step-by-Step: How to Make Healthy Powdered Broccoli

1. Prep Your Broccoli or Sprouts

  • Wash thoroughly and pat dry.
  • Trim into small, even pieces for quicker drying.

2. Dehydrate at Low Temperature

  • Place on dehydrator trays in a single layer.
  • Set to 85°F (29°C) for sprouts, or 125°F (52°C) for florets.
  • Dry until completely crisp (may take 12–48 hours).

3. Grind Into a Powder

  • Use a coffee grinder, spice mill, or high-speed blender.
  • Pulse until you have a fine, flour-like texture.

4. Store for Freshness

  • Transfer powder to an airtight glass jar.
  • Keep in a cool, dark cupboard.
  • Shelf life: 6–12 months if fully dry.

5. Use Daily

  • Stir ½ teaspoon into smoothies, soups, or flavored drinks.
  • Add to sauces, casseroles, or eggs for an easy nutrient boost.

Why Homemade Broccoli Powder Is a Superfood Boost

His story begins four years ago when he suffered from bladder cancer. Since taking his potent mix (details coming up) he's not had a single recurrence.

Julius takes fresh broccoli sprouts, and he dehydrates it at 85°F—and may take as long as two days as he says he wants it to be completely dry. He then grinds the dried product in a coffee grinder and stores it in his cool basement.

How Julius Makes His Own Broccoli Powder

I mix 1/2 teaspoon of my own dehydrated broccoli sprout (dried with a dehydrator and ground to a fine powder with a coffee grinder) plus 1/2 teaspoon of store-bought broccoli powder from "Z Natural."

I put this mixture in about 2 tablespoons of almost anything—usually something like Gatorade because I can't tolerate the taste of broccoli sprouts!
 
I stir with a spoon and gulp in one swallow, followed by a short drink of Gatorade or coffee or anything else I have nearby to kill the taste. I usually get up at 5 AM heat some coffee and head down to my basement computer room.

👉 Editor’s note: Research confirms that broccoli sprouts can contain 10–100 times more sulforaphane than mature florets, making them a potent source of this health-supporting compound (Foods Journal, MDPI 2021).

Storing Broccoli Powder: Keep It Fresh and Potent

I almost always take this powdered broccoli mix early while I am "donkying" (British slang for "monkeying") around in my basement after I have my coffee and a "Little Debbie" sweet.

Now, please hear me. Make real sure that you store your ground-up broccoli sprouts in a glass jar that is airtight.

Also, the broccoli powder you buy comes in a sealed plastic container. 

You want to also take it out of this container and dump it in another air-tight jar. Additionally, I put one of the silicone packages that come with electronic gadgets or certain pill bottles to keep out the moisture.

Now I am not sure that this does anything, but from all the studies I have read, this is the only thing that I have a bit of confidence in to reduce the probability of bladder cancer coming back.

Bladder cancer has a high chance of returning. It has been four years for me and so far I am content.

You know, people seem to ignore some basic reasons for serious illnesses, but such simple things as smoking, becoming extremely dehydrated, and eating the wrong foods continuously can cause many problems.

The Real Health Science: Sulforaphane and Broccoli Benefits

Like I told my doctor... "There is no safe medicine, and there is no perfectly safe food."

All have some kind of side effects. By the way... I understand that this mixture not only tends to reduce the chance of cancer in bladders, but also ovarian, breast, prostate, and stomach. As cheap as this stuff can be acquired, to me eating powdered broccoli, is worth it.

They preach that eating broccoli does this and that. Don't believe it. The substance that does this good is sulforaphane and you must have an enzyme called myrosinase to activate it. Fresh broccoli has 2 sacs that when you chew the broccoli, they combine to form sulforaphane.

If you cook broccoli all the enzymes are lost, and you are dreaming about benefits. Same for frozen broccoli. You can just eat fresh broccoli sprouts, but there is no way I can eat that stuff raw.

Please understand that I am not a health food nut and certainly not a nutritionist, although I believe in some foods that are good and some to avoid. On the contrary, I love junk food, hot peppers, and red wine.

I do like to explore things like time travel and what happens after you die, the nature of medicines, and stuff like that. It is just a hobby for me, which is better than getting into trouble.

Thank You, Julius, for sharing this super information and your personal experiences with powdered broccoli.

Drop us a line if you tried making powdered broccoli!

Young man drinking a homemade broccoli powder mix for daily health boost

How to Make Broccoli Powder Taste Great (Drink Hacks!)

MANGO PASSION FRUIT CRYSTAL LIGHT

Crystal Light Mango Passionfruit liquid mix

If you want to use it in your own 'greens' drink, try adding a squirt of something sweet.

In my daily powdered drink (first thing in the morning) I use a squirt of Crystal Light's "Mango Passion Fruit" - it's fabulous!

As an Amazon Associate, I earn commission from qualifying purchases. The price you pay does not increase.  Read disclosure here.

Amazon sells it (of course they do, LOL) in a single bottle, or as a 2-pack. I purchased a pack of 12 originally and saved money that way. It is also A LOT cheaper on Amazon than buying them at my local grocery store...

Your Top Questions About Broccoli Powder—Answered

How long does homemade broccoli powder last?

When stored in an airtight glass container in a cool, dark place, homemade broccoli powder can last 6–12 months. Always check for clumping, moisture, or off odors before using.

Can I make powder from fresh broccoli instead of sprouts?

Yes, but you must dehydrate it first. Fresh broccoli contains too much water to grind safely without risking mold. Sprouts are often preferred because they’re more concentrated in sulforaphane.

Are broccoli sprouts really more powerful than florets when making powder?

Yes! Studies show sprouts can contain 10–100 times more sulforaphane than mature florets. That means broccoli sprout powder may pack a much bigger punch for your health than regular broccoli powder.

Find out why sprouts are so potent in this peer-reviewed study.

How do I make broccoli powder taste better?

Try mixing it into smoothies, soups, or flavored drinks. Many people like adding a splash of fruit juice, Crystal Light, or a sweetener to balance the bitterness.

What equipment do I need to make broccoli powder?

You’ll need a food dehydrator (set to low temp for sprouts), a coffee grinder or blender, and airtight glass jars for storage.

Thanks for joining us on this journey into making healthy powdered broccoli—and a big thanks again to Julius for sharing his inspiring story.

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