By Fannard Watterson
Cheese-Stuffed Balls
5 steps
Prep:20minCook:15min
This recipe for Cheese-Stuffed Herb Balls is a delicious and savory bite-sized snack perfect for any occasion. The dough, seasoned with aromatic rosemary, thyme, basil, and sage, wraps around a gooey blend of sharp cheddar, Swiss, mozzarella, and optional pepper jack cheese. When fried to golden perfection in olive oil, these crispy, cheesy delights offer a burst of flavor in every bite. Whether you’re serving them as an appetizer or a snack, they’re sure to impress with their rich, melty center and herbaceous crust. Perfect for cheese lovers looking for a comforting, homemade treat!
Updated at: Sun, 15 Sep 2024 19:41:36 GMT
Nutrition balance score
Unbalanced
Glycemic Index
72
High
Glycemic Load
6
Low
Nutrition per serving
Calories112.6 kcal (6%)
Total Fat5.9 g (8%)
Carbs8.5 g (3%)
Sugars0.1 g (0%)
Protein6.2 g (12%)
Sodium161.4 mg (8%)
Fiber0.3 g (1%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Ingredients
12 servings
1 cupall-purpose flour
2eggs
large
1 teaspoonrosemary
dried or fresh, finely chopped
1 teaspoonthyme
dried or fresh, finely chopped
1 teaspoonbasil
dried or fresh, finely chopped
1 teaspoonsage
dried or fresh, finely chopped
½ cupsharp cheddar cheese
shredded
½ cupSwiss cheese
½ cupmozzarella cheese
¼ cuppepper jack cheese
shredded, for a spicy kick
olive oil
for frying
salt
to taste
pepper
to taste
Instructions
Step 1
Prepare the Cheese Blend: In a bowl, mix together the sharp cheddar, Swiss, mozzarella, and optionally, pepper jack cheese. Set aside.
Bowl
sharp cheddar cheese½ cup
Swiss cheese½ cup
mozzarella cheese½ cup
pepper jack cheese¼ cupStep 2
Make the Batter: In a large bowl, whisk the eggs. Gradually add the flour while stirring, until a thick, malleable dough forms. The dough should be sticky enough to hold together but not too wet or runny. Add the rosemary, thyme, basil, and sage to the dough and season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix well.
Bowl
Whisk
all-purpose flour1 cup
eggs2 
rosemary1 teaspoon
thyme1 teaspoon
basil1 teaspoon
sage1 teaspoon
salt
pepperStep 3
Form the Balls: Take a small amount of dough (about 1 tablespoon-2 tablespoons), roll it into a ball, and flatten it slightly with your hands. Place about 1 teaspoon of the cheese blend in the center. Carefully wrap the dough around the cheese, forming it into a ball. Make sure the edges are sealed well to prevent the cheese from leaking out during frying. Repeat with the remaining dough and cheese.
PlateStep 4
Fry the Cheese Balls: Heat about 1-2 inches of olive oil in a deep skillet or pan(or stainless steel pot) over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully add the cheese balls, a few at a time. Fry for about 2-4 minutes, turning occasionally until they are golden brown on all sides. Remove the balls from the oil using a slotted spoon and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Cast Iron Pot
Slotted SpoonPlate
Paper Towel
olive oilStep 5
Serve: Serve the cheese-stuffed balls hot. Optionally, you can garnish with a sprinkle of extra herbs or serve with a dipping sauce like marinara or garlic aioli.
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