Description
Crispy Fried Cheese Balls are the ultimate indulgence for cheese lovers! These golden-brown delights boast a crunchy exterior and a gooey, cheesy center that makes them perfect for parties, game nights, or simply enjoying a cozy night in. Easy to whip up and customizable with various cheeses and spices, these cheesy bites will have your guests asking for seconds. Dip them in your favorite sauce for an extra flavor kick!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder (optional)
- Oil for frying (enough to cover the balls)
Instructions
- Prepare your workstation by setting up three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with seasoned breadcrumbs.
- In a large bowl, mix shredded cheese with salt and pepper; add optional spices if desired.
- Scoop out about two tablespoons of the cheese mixture and roll it into a ball. Repeat until all mixture is used.
- Coat each cheese ball in flour, dip in egg wash, then roll in breadcrumbs until fully covered.
- Heat oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C). Fry cheese balls in batches for about 3-4 minutes or until golden brown, flipping occasionally.
- Remove from oil and drain on paper towels. Serve warm with dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack/Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 cheese balls (90g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 120mg