Jalapeno Cheese Balls

Prepare your taste buds for an irresistible bite-sized snack—Jalapeno Cheese Balls are the ultimate crowd-pleaser! These golden, crispy delights combine the velvety richness of cream cheese, the sharpness of shredded cheddar, and the fiery kick of finely diced jalapeno peppers, perfectly seasoned with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Encased in a crunchy panko breadcrumb coating and deep-fried to perfection, these cheese balls boast a creamy, spicy interior that melts in your mouth. Ideal for parties, game-day gatherings, or simply indulging your snack cravings, they’re quick to prepare and pair beautifully with dips like ranch, spicy mayo, or marinara. Make these easy-to-follow Jalapeno Cheese Balls your go-to appetizer for any occasion!

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 8 oz Cream cheese
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 pieces Jalapeno peppers (finely diced)
• 1 tsp Garlic powder
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 pieces Eggs (beaten)
• 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
• 2 cups Vegetable oil (for frying)

Directions

Step 1

In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, finely diced jalapeno peppers, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until thoroughly mixed.

Step 2

Using your hands or a small scoop, form the mixture into 1-inch balls. Place the balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Step 3

Freeze the cheese balls for 15 minutes to firm them up.

Step 4

While the cheese balls are chilling, set up a breading station. Place flour in one bowl, beaten eggs in another, and panko breadcrumbs in a third bowl.

Step 5

Once the cheese balls are firm, roll each ball in flour, then dip into the beaten eggs, and finally coat in panko breadcrumbs. Press gently to ensure the breadcrumbs stick well.

Step 6

Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or frying pot to 350°F (175°C). Ensure you have enough oil to fully submerge the cheese balls.

Step 7

Working in batches, fry the cheese balls for 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Avoid overcrowding the pan.

Step 8

Using a slotted spoon, transfer the fried cheese balls to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

Step 9

Serve the Jalapeno Cheese Balls hot with your favorite dipping sauce, such as ranch, spicy mayo, or marinara.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1058 grams (1058.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5868

Total Fat 599.90g	769%
Saturated Fat 140.70g	703%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.40g
Cholesterol 720mg	240%
Sodium 3102mg	135%
Total Carbohydrate 107.60g	39%
Dietary Fiber 4.80g	17%
Total Sugars 14.50g
Protein 68.40g	137%

Vitamin D 80IU	400%
Calcium 1117mg	86%
Iron 8mg	42%
Potassium 604mg	13%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 88.5%

Protein: 4.5%

Carbs: 7.1%