Cheese Balls with Bacon
Crispy, golden cheese balls wrapped in savory bacon, perfect as a quick snack or appetizer. Ready in about 20 minutes with just a few simple ingredients.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 420
- Protein
- 18g
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 6 slices bacon slices
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
Instructions
- 1
In a bowl, mix 8 oz softened cream cheese and 1 cup shredded cheddar until well combined. Roll into 12 balls, about 1 inch each, and place on a plate.
- 2
Cut 6 bacon slices into thirds. Wrap each cheese ball with a piece of bacon, pressing gently to adhere. Secure with a toothpick if needed.
- 3
Set up three shallow dishes: 0.5 cup flour, 2 beaten eggs, and 1 cup breadcrumbs. Coat each bacon-wrapped ball in flour, then egg, then breadcrumbs.
- 4
Heat oil in a deep skillet to 350°F. Fry the balls in batches, turning occasionally, until golden brown and bacon is crisp, about 4-5 minutes. Drain on paper towels and serve warm.
Tools you’ll need
- Mixing bowl
- Deep skillet
- Tongs
- Paper towels
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