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A stack of jalapeno cheese bites on a white plate.
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3.15 from 27 votes

Jalapeño Cheese Bites

A delicious and cheesy appetizer recipe that is fried to a golden brown and crispy on the outside and loaded with melted cheese and diced jalapeños on the inside.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Flash Freeze Time45 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Cheesy Bites, Deep Fried Cheese Bites, Jalapeño Cheese Bites
Servings: 20 Cheese Bites
Author: Deliciously Seasoned

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Heat oil to 375°.
  • Using three shallow containers, add flour to the first container.
  • Whisk buttermilk and eggs together in the second container.
  • In the third container, whisk breadcrumbs, garlic salt, slap ya mama, pepper and paprika until combined.
  • In a medium bowl, add cream cheese, both types of cheese and diced jalapenos. Mix together.
  • Form cheese mixture into 1 inch balls and place on a baking sheet.
  • Roll each ball into buttermilk mixture then coat completely in breadcrumb mixture.
  • Place coated cheese balls back on a foil lined baking sheet.
  • Flash freeze the for 45-60 minutes.
  • Remove from freezer and deep fry until golden brown and enjoy.