Description
These Stuffed Cheese Balls are crispy on the outside, gooey on the inside, and packed with cheesy flavor. Perfect for parties or as a delicious snack, these fried cheese balls are sure to be a hit with everyone!
Ingredients
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Cheese Filling:
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Coating and Frying:
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
- Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cheese Filling: In a medium bowl, combine mozzarella, cheddar, cream cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, and black pepper. Mix until smooth.
- Shape the Cheese Balls: Scoop 1 tablespoon of the cheese mixture and roll into a ball. Repeat with the remaining mixture and freeze for 20–30 minutes.
- Coat and Fry: Set up a breading station with flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs. Roll each cheese ball in flour, then egg, and coat with breadcrumbs. Fry in hot oil until golden brown.
- Serve: Drain on paper towels and serve warm.
Notes
- You can customize the cheese mix with jalapeños, bacon, or herbs.
- These cheese balls pair well with marinara, ranch, or spicy dipping sauces.
- For a healthier option, bake the breaded balls in the oven.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 cheese balls
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 290 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg
