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Coon Balls Recipe
Delilah Cooks

Coon Balls Recipe

Coon Balls Recipe is a fun and tasty snack idea for parties and family events. This Coon Balls Recipe is simple to make and uses easy ingredients from your kitchen.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 279

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup cream cheese
  • 1 cup crushed crackers
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
  • Oil for frying

Method
 

Cooking Instructions for Coon Balls Recipe
    Prepare the Cheese Mixture
    1. Place cheddar cheese and cream cheese into a mixing bowl. Add garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and black pepper. Mix everything well until smooth and creamy.
    Add the Crushed Crackers
    1. Pour crushed crackers into the cheese mixture. Stir carefully until the mixture becomes thick enough to shape easily with your hands.
    Chill the Mixture
    1. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap. Place it inside the refrigerator for about 20 minutes. This helps the mixture become firm and easier to roll.
    Shape the Balls
    1. Take small portions of the mixture and roll them into equal-sized balls. Place them on parchment paper while preparing the rest.
    2. Prepare the Coating
    3. Beat the eggs in one bowl. Put breadcrumbs into another bowl. Dip each cheese ball into egg first, then coat with breadcrumbs completely.
    Heat the Oil
    1. Pour oil into a frying pan. Heat it over medium heat. The oil should become hot enough for frying but not smoking.
    Fry the Balls
    1. Carefully place the coated balls into hot oil. Fry them for about three minutes until golden brown and crispy outside.
    Remove Extra Oil
    1. Use tongs to remove the fried balls from the pan. Place them on paper towels to absorb extra oil before serving.
    Garnish and Serve
    1. Sprinkle chopped parsley over the crispy balls. Serve them warm with your favorite dipping sauce for the best flavor

    Notes

    • Chill the mixture before shaping for easier rolling.
    • Use fresh cheese for better flavor and texture.
    • Do not overcrowd the frying pan.
    • Fry on medium heat for even cooking.
    • Add chili flakes if you enjoy spicy snacks.
    • Use panko breadcrumbs for extra crunch.
    • Serve immediately for the crispiest texture.