Description
Indulge in the crispy delight of Bat cheese balls—golden bites filled with gooey, melty cheese that will have your guests coming back for seconds! Perfect for game nights, parties, or cozy gatherings, these cheesy treats are easy to make and sure to impress. With just a few simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can whip up this crowd-pleaser that combines crunch with creamy goodness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar and mozzarella blend)
- 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and tools: mixing bowls, frying pan, and paper towels.
- In a large bowl, mix together the shredded cheese, breadcrumbs, eggs, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Roll the mixture into balls about one inch in diameter, ensuring they are compact.
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat until shimmering.
- Fry the cheese balls in batches for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Remove from oil and drain on paper towels. Serve warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cheese ball (30g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, consider adding herbs like rosemary or thyme to the cheese mixture. To make them spicier, mix in diced jalapeños or cayenne pepper. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat in the oven for crispiness.