Cheese Balls are crispy and cheesy snacks that are loved by people of all ages. They are made with a mixture of cheese, breadcrumbs, and flavorful herbs and spices. Here is a simple recipe for Cheese Balls:
Cooking time: 10-15 minutes
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Ready time: 25-30 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 cup grated cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or any cheese of your choice)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley or cilantro
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for frying
Instructions:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the grated cheese, breadcrumbs, flour, chopped parsley or cilantro, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly combined.
- Take a small portion of the mixture and roll it into a small ball between your palms. Repeat with the remaining mixture.
- Heat oil in a deep pan or skillet over medium heat.
- Dip each cheese ball into the beaten eggs, making sure it is fully coated, and then roll it in breadcrumbs to create a coating. Repeat with all the cheese balls.
- Carefully place the coated cheese balls into the hot oil and fry them until they turn golden brown and crispy on all sides. This should take about 2-3 minutes.
- Use a slotted spoon to remove the fried cheese balls from the oil and transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Serve the cheese balls hot as an appetizer or snack. You can also serve them with marinara sauce, ketchup, or any dipping sauce of your choice.
Enjoy the crispy and cheesy goodness of these delicious Cheese Balls!
