Fried Cheese Ball

Prep: 10 min Cook: 5 min Serves: 4 Cuisine: American

Crispy fried cheese balls offer a delightful bite-sized treat with gooey cheddar center and a crunchy exterior. Perfect as an appetizer or snack, they appeal to cheese lovers and those craving savory finger foods. Their rich flavor and crispy texture make them a crowd-pleaser at parties and gatherings.

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Ingredients

  • 1 c. grated Cheddar cheese
  • 2 tsp. flour
  • 1/4 tsp. salt
  • few grains cayenne pepper
  • 2 egg whites

Instructions

  1. Mix grated Cheddar cheese, flour, salt, and cayenne pepper in a bowl.
  2. Add beaten egg whites to the mixture and combine well.
  3. Shape the mixture into small balls and roll them in fine cracker crumbs.
  4. Deep fry the cheese balls in oil at 375°F until golden brown.
  5. Serve hot.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

367 kcal 18% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 31.6g 63% DV
Total Fat 12.9g 17% DV
Carbs 36g 13% DV
Fiber 7.5g 27% DV
Sugar 4.1g 8% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10180.8mg 100% DV
Potassium 832.5mg 18% DV
Cholesterol 24.8mg 8% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 604.5mcg 67% DV
Vitamin C 19.1mg 21% DV
Vitamin D 0.2mcg 1% DV
Calcium 239.8mg 18% DV
Iron 3.3mg 18% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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