Description
These easy fried cheese balls are crispy on the outside, gooey on the inside, and packed with flavor. Perfect as a party snack or appetizer, they’re made with simple ingredients and can be prepared in advance.
Ingredients
- 1 cup grated mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup plain flour
- 1/4 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (for coating)
- Oil for deep frying
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix together mozzarella, cheddar, flour, baking powder, black pepper, garlic powder, salt, and egg until a dough forms.
- Take small portions and roll into bite-sized balls.
- Roll each ball in breadcrumbs until fully coated.
- Place the coated balls in the fridge for 15–30 minutes to firm up.
- Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.
- Fry the cheese balls in batches until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove and drain on paper towels before serving hot.
Notes
- Make sure the oil is not too hot or the balls may burn quickly.
- Use any combination of cheeses you prefer.
- You can freeze the balls before frying for later use.
- Serve with your favorite dipping sauce like marinara or ranch.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 cheese balls
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
