Low Fat Crispy Cheese and Herb Fried Balls
Indulge guilt-free with these **Low Fat Crispy Cheese and Herb Fried Balls**, a tantalizing blend of creamy low-fat cheeses, aromatic fresh herbs, and perfectly crisp panko coating. This healthier spin on fried cheese appetizers balances rich flavor with a light profile, thanks to the use of low-fat cream cheese, cheddar, and a touch of olive oil cooking spray for frying. Each bite bursts with hints of parsley, chives, garlic, and onion, making these delicacies irresistibly savory. Quick to prepare and ready in just 35 minutes, they’re ideal for serving as an appetizer or snack alongside your favorite dipping sauce. Whether for a party or a cozy night in, these crispy fried balls are sure to satisfy without the guilt! Perfect for cheese lovers looking for a low-fat treat.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams low-fat cream cheese
- 100 grams low-fat cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 units egg whites
- 200 grams panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons low-fat milk
- 1 as needed olive oil cooking spray
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the low-fat cream cheese, low-fat cheddar cheese, chopped parsley, chopped chives, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until fully combined.
Form the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
In a separate bowl, whisk the egg whites and low-fat milk together until frothy.
Place the panko breadcrumbs in another shallow bowl for the coating.
Dip each cheese ball into the egg white mixture, allowing any excess to drip off, then roll it in the panko breadcrumbs until thoroughly coated.
Place the coated balls back on the parchment-lined baking sheet. Once all balls are coated, refrigerate them for at least 10 minutes to firm up.
Preheat a non-stick frying pan over medium heat and generously spray with olive oil cooking spray.
Add the cheese balls to the pan, working in batches if necessary, and cook them for about 3-4 minutes per side or until golden brown and crispy.
Remove the cooked cheese balls from the pan and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
Serve the cheese and herb balls hot with your favorite low-fat dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1646 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 52.6 g | 67% | |
| Saturated Fat | 27.2 g | 136% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 110 mg | 36% | |
| Sodium | 4956 mg | 215% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 183.4 g | 67% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.4 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.5 g | ||
| Protein | 102.1 g | 204% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 1153 mg | 89% | |
| Iron | 11.1 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 713 mg | 15% | |
*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.
