Bacon Cheddar Cream Cheese Bites
Crispy, golden bites filled with creamy cheddar, cream cheese, and smoky bacon. A flavorful and satisfying appetizer or snack that’s perfect for parties.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 16 bites 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup cooked bacon, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup green onions or chives, finely chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix cheddar cheese, cream cheese, chopped bacon, green onions, garlic powder, and black pepper until well combined.
- Roll mixture into small balls and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment. Freeze for 15–20 minutes to firm up.
- Roll each ball in flour, dip in beaten egg, and coat with breadcrumbs.
- Heat oil in a deep pan over medium-high heat. Fry bites until golden and crispy, about 2–3 minutes.
- Remove and drain on paper towels. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- Use panko breadcrumbs for extra crunch.
- Can be prepared ahead and frozen before frying.
- Serve with ranch, honey mustard, or spicy aioli for dipping.
- Substitute turkey bacon for a lighter version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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