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Crispy Goat Cheese Poppers with Honey

Crispy Goat Cheese Poppers with Honey for Irresistible Flavor

Enjoy Crispy Goat Cheese Poppers with Honey, a quick and easy appetizer combining crunchy exteriors with a creamy center.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Freezing Time 20 minutes
Total Time 56 minutes
Servings: 24 poppers
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Coating
  • 0.5 cups All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour is a great substitute.
  • 0.25 teaspoons Black Pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 1 large Egg No substitute recommended.
  • 0.5 teaspoons Kosher Salt Sea salt can be used as an alternative.
  • 1 cups Panko Breadcrumbs Regular breadcrumbs will yield a slightly less crispy result.
For the Filling
  • 11 oz Soft Goat Cheese Cream cheese or ricotta can be used, but flavors will change.
For Frying
  • as needed cups Oil Use grapeseed, canola, or vegetable oil.
For Garnishing
  • 0.25 cups Honey Maple syrup can be used for a different flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Minced Fresh Chives Consider alternatives like green onions or parsley.

Equipment

  • shallow bowls
  • Baking Sheet
  • Thermometer
  • Slotted spoon
  • deep saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prep the Coating: In a shallow bowl, mix together all-purpose flour and black pepper. In a second bowl, whisk the egg with kosher salt. In a final bowl, pour in panko breadcrumbs.
  2. Shape and Coat the Cheese: Roll the goat cheese into 24 equal-sized balls. Coat each ball in the flour mixture, then dip in the egg wash, and finally roll in the panko breadcrumbs.
  3. Freeze for Firmness: Place the coated cheese balls on a baking sheet and freeze for 20 minutes to firm up.
  4. Heat the Oil: Heat oil in a deep saucepan over medium heat to 350°F.
  5. Fry the Poppers: Add the cheese balls in batches to the hot oil and fry for 1 to 2 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Drain and Garnish: Remove poppers with a slotted spoon to drain on paper towels, then drizzle with honey and sprinkle with chives.

Nutrition

Serving: 1popperCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 2gVitamin A: 250IUCalcium: 70mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure oil is hot enough for frying.

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