Chutney Cheese Balls

Crispy, golden, and bursting with bold flavors, Chutney Cheese Balls are the ultimate bite-sized appetizer to impress at any gathering. This easy recipe combines creamy cheese, sharp cheddar, and zesty green chutney, perfectly balanced with fresh cilantro and a hint of paprika. Rolled in crunchy breadcrumbs and fried to perfection, these savory treats offer an irresistible contrast of textures—crispy on the outside and meltingly cheesy inside. With just 30 minutes of preparation and cooking time, these cheese balls are quick to make and perfect for sharing. Serve them warm with a side of tangy green chutney or your favorite dipping sauce for an unforgettable snack that will have everyone reaching for seconds.

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 200 grams Cream cheese
• 100 grams Sharp cheddar cheese, grated
• 3 tablespoons Green chutney
• 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh cilantro
• 100 grams Bread crumbs
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
• 500 milliliters Vegetable oil, for frying

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese and sharp cheddar cheese. Mix well until smooth and fully incorporated.

Step 2

Add the green chutney, chopped fresh cilantro, paprika, salt, and pepper to the mixture. Stir well to evenly distribute the flavorings.

Step 3

Roll the cheese mixture into small, bite-sized balls (about 1 inch in diameter). Place them on a tray lined with parchment paper, and refrigerate for 15–20 minutes to firm up.

Step 4

In a shallow dish, spread the bread crumbs evenly. Roll each cheese ball in the bread crumbs to coat thoroughly.

Step 5

Heat the vegetable oil in a deep pan over medium-high heat until it reaches 175°C (350°F).

Step 6

Fry the cheese balls in small batches for 1–2 minutes or until golden brown and crispy on the outside. Avoid overcrowding the pan to maintain the oil temperature.

Step 7

Remove the cheese balls using a slotted spoon and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.

Step 8

Serve the Chutney Cheese Balls warm with additional green chutney or your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(952.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5943.2

Total Fat 607.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 133.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.0g
Cholesterol 309.1mg	0%
Sodium 3323.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 93.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.0g	0%
Total Sugars 16.5g
Protein 52.0g	0%

Vitamin D 21.4IU	0%
Calcium 1132.0mg	0%
Iron 8.4mg	0%
Potassium 734.7mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 90.4%

Protein: 3.4%

Carbs: 6.2%