Fried Goat Cheese Balls

Goat Cheese Balls are a perfectly satisfying bite filled with delicious, melty fried cheese. They are a total crowd pleaser and so easy to make!

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Course: Appetizer, Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: cheese balls, goat cheese appetizer, goat cheese bites

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 10

Chill Time: 10

Total Time: 35

Servings: -22 bites

Calories: 120kcal

Add cheese to a bowl and crumble with your hands. Add fresh rosemary, a pinch of salt, red pepper flakes, and honey. Mix well mashing the cheese with the back of a wooden spoon until fully mixed.
Roll goat cheese into small balls (about 1 inch in diameter). You should get 18-22 balls.
Place the cheese balls on a tray and refrigerate for 10 - 15 minutes to firm up or until you are finished preparing the remaining ingredients.
In a food processor, place cornflakes and pulse for a few seconds, about 20 - 25, to crush them.
Place flour in a bowl, beat the eggs in another bowl, and add crushed cornflakes to a third bowl.

Heat about 2-3 inches of oil in a deep pan over medium heat (around 350°F/175°C).
Fry the cheese balls in small batches until golden brown, about 1–2 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate.

Serving: Drizzle with some balsamic glaze and sprinkle with fresh herbs for serving.
Breading Hack: Designate one hand for wet ingredients and the other for dry. This way, you avoid turning your fingers into cornflake magnets!
Opt for a Goat Cheese Log: Skip the pre-crumbled goat cheese—it just doesn’t hold together as nicely. A log will give you the perfect consistency for this recipe.
Prep in Advance: Want to save time later? Assemble them ahead of time, flash-freeze on a baking sheet, and then store in a container. When ready to cook, pop them straight into the oven from frozen, just giving them a bit more time to crisp up perfectly.