Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with these Heavenly Fluffy Cheese Balls, a delicious and savory treat perfect for any occasion. These cheese-filled dough balls are light and fluffy, with a delightful cheesy surprise in the center, and a fragrant garlic-parsley butter glaze that adds an extra layer of flavor.
Why You’ll Love This: These cheese balls are not just delicious, but also fun to make and eat. The soft, pillowy texture combined with the melty cheese core makes for an irresistible snack. They are perfect for cheese lovers and a great way to start a meal or for snacking during gatherings.
Perfect Occasion: Ideal for parties, family gatherings, or as a special snack for movie nights. They are also great as appetizers before a meal or as a savory option at a brunch.
Decoration Tips: Garnish with extra chopped parsley or grated cheese before serving. You can also present them on a platter with a side of marinara sauce or your favorite dipping sauce.
Ingredients:
- 200 ml lukewarm milk
- 100 ml lukewarm water
- 20 g fresh yeast
- 1.5 tsp salt
- 1 tsp sugar
- 60 ml oil
- 520 g flour
- Kaskaval cheese (or similar)
- Some butter, 1 garlic clove, chopped parsley
Instructions:
- Mix water, milk, sugar, and yeast together. Add oil, salt, and flour and knead for at least 5 minutes to form a smooth dough. Let the dough rest, covered, for 1 hour.
- Cut Kaskaval cheese into small cubes. Take walnut-sized pieces of dough, press a piece of cheese inside, and form into a ball.
- Place the dough balls on a baking tray and let them rise again for 20 minutes, covered.
- Beat an egg yolk and brush it over the dough balls.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 200°C (392°F) for about 20-25 minutes until they turn golden brown. The exact time may vary.
- Mix melted butter, chopped garlic, and parsley. Brush this mixture over the warm cheese balls.
Enjoy these Heavenly Fluffy Cheese Balls, a savory and delightful snack that’s sure to be a hit at any gathering!
