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### How to Make Fried Cheddar Cheese Balls
1. **Form the Balls**: If using shredded cheese, mix with a bit of flour and egg to help it bind, then roll into small balls. If using cubed cheese, you can coat them directly.
2. **Coat**: Roll each ball in flour, dip in beaten egg, and coat in breadcrumbs. For extra crunch, double-dip in egg and crumbs.
3. **Chill**: Freeze the balls for 20–30 minutes before frying to prevent the cheese from leaking out.
4. **Fry**: Heat oil to 350°F (175°C) and fry the cheese balls in small batches for 2–3 minutes, or until golden brown.
5. **Drain and Serve**: Place on paper towels to drain. Serve hot with marinara sauce, ranch, or your favorite dipping sauce.
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### Tips for Success
* **Freeze Before Frying**: This helps keep the cheese from oozing out too early and gives the coating time to crisp up.
* **Experiment with Coatings**: Panko breadcrumbs give a light, crunchy texture, while traditional breadcrumbs offer a denser, classic crunch.
* **Cheese Variations**: Want to mix it up? Try a blend of cheddar and mozzarella, or add pepper jack for a spicy twist.
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### Why You’ll Love Them
* **Easy to Make**: With just a few ingredients, you can whip up a batch in no time.
* **Crowd-Pleaser**: Perfect for parties, potlucks, or movie nights.
* **Addictively Delicious**: One bite turns into five before you know it.
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### Final Bite
**Fried Cheddar Cheese Balls** are the kind of snack that makes people gather around the plate and fight for the last one. Crispy, cheesy, and endlessly poppable, they’re everything a comfort food should be—and then some.
So go ahead. Fry the cheese. You deserve it.
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