Low Fat Crispy Cheese Balls

Indulge in guilt-free snacking with these irresistibly delicious Low Fat Crispy Cheese Balls! Packed with the cheesy goodness of low-fat cheddar or mozzarella, this baked rendition is a healthier twist on a classic favorite. Coated in whole wheat breadcrumbs and gently seasoned with garlic, onion powder, and a hint of paprika, these cheese balls deliver a perfectly crispy texture without deep-frying. Bound with a touch of low-fat Greek yogurt and egg whites, they're baked to golden perfection in just 15 minutes. Ideal as a crowd-pleasing appetizer or a light snack, serve these crispy bites with your favorite dipping sauce for even more flavor. Perfect for health-conscious foodies, this recipe is quick, easy, and sure to satisfy your cravings!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 200 grams Low-fat cheese (such as low-fat cheddar or mozzarella)
• 150 grams Whole wheat breadcrumbs
• 3 Egg whites
• 50 grams Low-fat Greek yogurt
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, finely chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0 Olive oil cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Lightly spray the paper with olive oil cooking spray.

Step 2

Grate the low-fat cheese finely to ensure even melting and measure out 200 grams.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine grated cheese, whole wheat breadcrumbs, Greek yogurt, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Mix together thoroughly until the ingredients form a sticky mixture that holds together.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, lightly beat the egg whites until frothy.

Step 6

Form the cheese mixture into small balls, about the size of a golf ball, and lightly dip each ball into the beaten egg whites.

Step 7

Place the egg-coated cheese balls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them evenly apart.

Step 8

Once all the cheese balls are on the baking sheet, spray them lightly with more olive oil cooking spray to help them crisp up.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese balls are golden brown and crispy.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving. Enjoy these delicious low-fat crispy cheese balls warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(517.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1036.8

Total Fat 26.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 77.4mg	0%
Sodium 3798.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 121.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.9g	0%
Total Sugars 15.2g
Protein 85.9g	0%

Vitamin D 60.9IU	0%
Calcium 1616.2mg	0%
Iron 9.4mg	0%
Potassium 920.9mg	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: 22.6%

Protein: 32.1%

Carbs: 45.3%