Description
Golden Fried Goat Cheese Balls with Fresh Tarragon and Honey are a delightful appetizer that combines crispy, golden exteriors with a creamy, tangy goat cheese center. Perfect for any gathering, these bites are enhanced by fresh tarragon and a sweet drizzle of honey, making them an irresistible treat that will impress your guests. Easy to prepare and bursting with flavor, they are sure to be the highlight of your next dinner party or cozy night in.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fresh goat cheese
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp fresh tarragon, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 2 tbsp honey (for drizzling)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine crumbled goat cheese, chopped tarragon, salt, and pepper until well blended.
- Form the mixture into small balls (about 1 inch in diameter) and place on a parchment-lined plate.
- Set up a breading station: roll each ball in flour, dip in beaten eggs, then coat with panko breadcrumbs.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat to about half an inch deep.
- Fry the balls in batches until golden brown (approximately 3-4 minutes per side). Drain on paper towels.
- Serve immediately with a drizzle of honey on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg