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Two Ingredient Parmesan Cheese Balls

These two ingredient Parmesan cheese balls are an easy Italian appetizer that comes together quickly with only Parmesan cheese and egg whites.

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Chilling Time
30 mins
Total Time
55 mins
Servings: 21 balls
Calories: 39 kcal
Course: Side Dish , Appetizer , Snacks
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 2 large egg whites
  • 200 grams freshly finely grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

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  1. In a medium bowl lightly beat the egg whites, add the parmesan cheese and combine well. Form the mixture into 10 grams / ⅓ ounce size balls and place on a parchment paper lined baking sheet. Chill for 20-30 minutes.
PREPARE THE FOLLOWING WAYS
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  1. 1. deep fried in oil heated to 350F / 180C, turning after 2-3 minutes until golden, move to a paper towel lined dish and serve.
  2. 2. Bake in a 350F / 180C pre-heated oven for 18-20 minutes or until golden. If you wish you can flip the balls halfway through baking to ensure they are crispy on all sides.
  3. 3. Bake in an air fryer, pre heat air fryer to 375F / 190C according to manufacturer's instructions. Place parmesan cheese balls in the air fryer basket and spray with olive oil. I line mine with foil and lightly spray the foil also. Cook in the preheated air fryer for 5-6 minutes. Increase temperature to 400F / 200C and air fry for 2-3 more minutes or until golden and baked.

Notes

  • The cheese balls turn out more rounded when deep fried, they tend to be a little flat on the bottom with the air fryer and quite flat when baked. All taste delicious though. 
  • It’s very important that the oil is heated properly before frying the Parmesan cheese balls. The oil should be at 350°F before you place the balls into the oil. If you do not have a thermometer, dip a toothpick into the oil and if you see bubbles form the oil is ready to go. 
  • While these are best fresh, you can store them up to a day in the refrigerator. They will lose some of their crunch but still be delicious. Do not freeze leftovers.

Nutrition Information

Calories 39kcal (2%) Carbohydrates 0.3g (0%) Protein 4g (8%) Fat 2g (3%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g Monounsaturated Fat 1g Cholesterol 6mg (2%) Sodium 158mg (7%) Potassium 14mg (0%) Sugar 0.1g (0%) Vitamin A 74IU (1%) Calcium 113mg (11%) Iron 0.1mg (1%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 21balls

Amount Per Serving

Calories 39

% Daily Value*

Calories 39kcal 2%
Carbohydrates 0.3g 0%
Protein 4g 8%
Fat 2g 3%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g 1%
Monounsaturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 6mg 2%
Sodium 158mg 7%
Potassium 14mg 0%
Sugar 0.1g 0%
Vitamin A 74IU 1%
Calcium 113mg 11%
Iron 0.1mg 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.