Low Sodium Crispy Cheese Balls

Satisfy your cravings for a crispy, cheesy delight with these Low Sodium Crispy Cheese Balls, a healthier twist on the classic favorite! Perfectly golden and full of melty goodness, these bite-sized snacks are made with unsalted mozzarella and cheddar cheeses, ensuring bold flavor without the extra sodium. A crunchy outer coating of seasoned breadcrumbs, paprika, and garlic powder provides the perfect contrast to the gooey center, while a touch of low-sodium baking powder ensures a light, airy crunch. Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick and easy appetizer is fried to perfection using olive oil, making it ideal for game days, parties, or even a simple snack. Serve them warm and watch them disappear! Perfect for low-sodium diets, this recipe delivers flavor-packed satisfaction with every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup unsalted cheddar cheese
• 1 cup plain unsalted breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon low sodium baking powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 large egg
• 2 tablespoons water
• 2 cups olive oil

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the unsalted mozzarella cheese and unsalted cheddar cheese. Mix well and set aside.

Step 2

In another bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, low sodium baking powder, paprika, ground black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir until evenly mixed.

Step 3

In a separate shallow bowl, whisk the egg and water together until combined.

Step 4

Roll the cheese mixture into 1-inch balls. You should get about 15-18 balls.

Step 5

Dip each cheese ball into the flour mixture, coating well, then into the egg mixture, and finally roll in the unsalted breadcrumbs until fully coated. Repeat until all cheese balls are coated.

Step 6

In a deep pan, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Make sure the oil is hot enough by dropping a small piece of breadcrumb in it; if it sizzles and rises to the surface, it's ready.

Step 7

Carefully place the cheese balls into the hot oil, a few at a time, to avoid overcrowding. Fry each batch for about 2-3 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are golden brown and crispy.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Allow them to cool slightly before serving. Serve warm and enjoy your low sodium crispy cheese balls!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1203.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6501.7

Total Fat 594.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 158.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 44.4g
Cholesterol 664.0mg	0%
Sodium 257.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 143.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.0g	0%
Total Sugars 17.9g
Protein 140.7g	0%

Vitamin D 105.0IU	0%
Calcium 3069.1mg	0%
Iron 15.7mg	0%
Potassium 800.8mg	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: 82.5%

Protein: 8.7%

Carbs: 8.9%