Description
Delightful bites bursting with flavor, perfect for parties and gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
1 lb Ground Beef (or ground turkey for lighter option)
8 oz Cream Cheese
1 cup Shredded Cheese (Cheddar or Pepper Jack)
1/2 cup Jalapeños (fresh or pickled)
1 packet Taco Seasoning
1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs
1 Egg (or flax egg for vegan option)
2 tbsp Olive Oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) if you choose to bake. If frying, heat a large skillet with olive oil over medium heat.
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, cream cheese, shredded cheese, diced jalapeños, and taco seasoning. Mix until evenly distributed.
- Take a golf ball-sized amount of the mixture and roll it into a ball. Repeat until all mixture is shaped.
- For frying, coat each ball in panko breadcrumbs and carefully place in the hot oil, cooking in batches for about 4-5 minutes until golden brown. For baking, place on a parchment-lined sheet and brush with olive oil, baking for 20-25 minutes.
- Let them rest for a couple of minutes before serving. Pair with dipping sauces like salsa or guacamole.
Notes
For a healthier version, opt for baking instead of frying and use low-fat cheese.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying or Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: appetizer, party snack, spicy, Mexican, bites
