Description
Fried cheese balls are a must-try snack that combines a crispy, golden exterior with a gooey, melty center of cheese. Perfect for game nights, parties, or cozy evenings at home, these delightful bites are incredibly easy to whip up and even easier to devour. Serve them with your favorite dip for an extra burst of flavor. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this irresistible treat!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for frying (about 2 cups)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients at your workstation.
- In a bowl, mix mozzarella, cheddar, flour, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Roll mixture into small balls (about the size of golf balls).
- Dip each ball in beaten eggs and coat with breadcrumbs.
- Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat (350°F or 175°C).
- Fry cheese balls in batches for 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
- Transfer to paper towel-lined plates to absorb excess oil before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg