Spinach Cheese Balls with Pasta Sauce
Crispy, golden, and oozing with cheesy goodness, these Spinach Cheese Balls with Pasta Sauce are the ultimate appetizer or snack! Made with a flavorful blend of fresh spinach, sharp cheddar, and creamy cheese, these bite-sized delights are coated in perfectly seasoned breadcrumbs for an irresistibly crunchy exterior. Each ball is fried to perfection and paired with warm, tangy pasta sauce for dipping, adding a burst of rich tomato flavor to every bite. Ideal for entertaining or indulging in comfort food cravings, this quick and easy recipe comes together in just 35 minutes. Whether you're hosting a party or looking for a crowd-pleasing snack, these spinach cheese balls will steal the show!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Spinach (fresh)
- 100 grams Cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 50 grams Cream cheese
- 100 grams Breadcrumbs
- 50 grams All-purpose flour
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 500 ml Vegetable oil (for frying)
- 1 cup Pasta sauce (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
Wash the spinach thoroughly and blanch in boiling water for 2 minutes. Immediately transfer to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Squeeze out excess water and chop finely.
In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped spinach, shredded cheddar cheese, cream cheese, 50 grams of breadcrumbs, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt. Mix well to form a cohesive mixture.
Shape the spinach mixture into small balls about 1 inch in diameter. Place them on a tray and refrigerate for 15 minutes to firm up.
Set up a dredging station: Place the flour in one bowl, whisk the eggs in a second bowl, and pour the remaining breadcrumbs into a third bowl.
Coat each spinach ball in the flour, then dip into the beaten eggs, and finally roll in the breadcrumbs to fully coat. Repeat for all balls.
Heat vegetable oil in a deep frying pan or pot to 180°C (350°F). Fry the spinach cheese balls in small batches until golden brown and crispy, about 3–4 minutes per batch. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
Warm the pasta sauce in a small saucepan over low heat.
Serve the spinach cheese balls hot with the warm pasta sauce for dipping or drizzling.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1441 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 142.9 g | 183% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.9 g | 135% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 134 mg | 45% | |
| Sodium | 927 mg | 40% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.7 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.4 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.7 g | ||
| Protein | 16.8 g | 34% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 289 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 553 mg | 12% | |
*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.
