Vegan Crispy Cheese Balls
Get ready to indulge in the ultimate crowd-pleaser with these Vegan Crispy Cheese Balls! Perfectly creamy on the inside and irresistibly crunchy on the outside, these dairy-free delights are a plant-based twist on a classic appetizer. Made with tangy vegan cream cheese, flavorful nutritional yeast, and a medley of spices like smoked paprika and garlic powder, each bite is bursting with flavor. Coated in a light, golden crust of panko breadcrumbs and fresh parsley, these cheese balls are fried to perfection, delivering a satisfying crunch. Ready in just 30 minutes, they’re easy to whip up for parties, game-day snacks, or as a decadent treat. Pair them with your favorite dipping sauce for an unforgettable vegan appetizer that everyone will love!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Vegan cream cheese
- 3 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Chickpea flour
- 0.5 cup Water
- 1.5 cups Panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 cups Cooking oil for frying
Directions
Step 1
In a medium bowl, combine the vegan cream cheese, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
Step 2
Scoop a tablespoon of the mixture and roll it into a ball using your hands. Place the ball on a tray lined with parchment paper. Repeat until all the mixture is used.
Step 3
Place the tray in the freezer for about 15 minutes to firm up the cheese balls.
Step 4
While the cheese balls are chilling, prepare the coating. In a small bowl, whisk together the chickpea flour and water to form a smooth batter.
Step 5
On a separate plate, mix the panko breadcrumbs with the chopped parsley.
Step 6
Heat the cooking oil in a deep pan over medium heat.
Step 7
Once the cheese balls are firm, dip each ball into the chickpea flour batter, making sure it's completely coated, then roll it in the panko breadcrumb mixture until fully covered.
Step 8
Carefully place a few cheese balls in the hot oil and fry for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown, turning occasionally to ensure even cooking.
Step 9
Remove the cheese balls from the oil using a slotted spoon and let them drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
Step 10
Serve the Vegan Crispy Cheese Balls warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1000.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 5516.9 |
| Total Fat 548.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 126.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3027.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 124.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 13.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 12.4g | |
| Protein 51.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 183.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1150.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories