Dairy-Free Fried Cheese Balls
Crispy, golden, and completely dairy-free, these Fried Cheese Balls offer a mouthwatering twist on a classic appetizer. Featuring dairy-free mozzarella-style cheese, these indulgent bites are coated with a flavorful chickpea flour batter, seasoned panko breadcrumbs, and a flaxseed mixture for a perfect crunch. Packed with savory hints of garlic and onion powder, they’re fried to perfection in just minutes, making them an irresistible treat for vegans or anyone seeking a lactose-free alternative. Whether served as a party snack, appetizer, or paired with your favorite dipping sauce, these dairy-free cheese balls are guaranteed to steal the show. Ready in under 30 minutes, they combine bold flavors with a satisfying texture that will leave everyone craving more!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams dairy-free mozzarella-style cheese
- 100 grams chickpea flour
- 150 ml water
- 100 grams dairy-free panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
- 6 tablespoons water (for flaxseed)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 500 ml oil for frying
Instructions
Cut the dairy-free mozzarella-style cheese into small cubes, about 1 inch in size, and set aside.
In a small bowl, mix the ground flaxseed with 6 tablespoons of water. Stir well and let it sit for about 10 minutes until it becomes gelatinous.
In a mixing bowl, add chickpea flour and gradually whisk in 150 ml of water to form a smooth batter. This will be your wet coating.
In another shallow bowl, combine dairy-free panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
Heat the oil in a large, deep saucepan over medium heat. The oil should be hot enough to fry but not smoking.
Dip each cheese cube into the flaxseed mixture, ensuring it's well coated, then into the chickpea flour batter, and finally roll it in the seasoned breadcrumbs until completely covered.
Repeat with all cheese cubes, setting them aside on a plate.
Once the oil is hot enough (around 350°F/175°C), carefully fry the coated cheese balls in batches, avoiding overcrowding the pan.
Fry for about 2-3 minutes or until they become golden brown and crispy.
Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
Serve immediately while hot and enjoy your dairy-free fried cheese balls with your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5636 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 559.2 g | 717% | |
| Saturated Fat | 108.5 g | 542% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4175 mg | 182% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 148.2 g | 54% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.9 g | 68% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.2 g | ||
| Protein | 43.0 g | 86% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 857 mg | 66% | |
| Iron | 8.5 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 1192 mg | 25% | |
*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.
