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Spicy Jalapeño Cheese Bombs

  • Author: Isabella Cortez
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Category: 🥨 Appetizers, Snacks & Party Bites
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Spicy Jalapeño Cheese Bombs are the perfect blend of creamy cheese, spicy jalapeños, and a crunchy exterior, making them an irresistible appetizer or snack for any occasion!


Ingredients

Scale

1 cup cream cheese, softened

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

1/2 cup diced jalapeños (fresh or pickled)

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon onion powder

1 cup bread crumbs

1 cup all-purpose flour

2 large eggs, beaten

Salt and pepper to taste


Instructions

1. In a large bowl, mix the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, jalapeños, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.

2. Form the mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.

3. Set up a breading station with flour, beaten eggs, and bread crumbs in separate bowls.

4. Dredge each cheese ball in flour, dip in eggs, then coat with bread crumbs.

5. Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat.

6. Fry the cheese balls in batches until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes.

7. Remove and drain on paper towels before serving.


Notes

Feel free to adjust the level of spiciness by adding more or fewer jalapeños.

Serve with your favorite dipping sauce, such as ranch or salsa.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bomb
  • Calories: 150 kcal
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: jalapeño, cheese, appetizer, spicy, fried