Description
Crispy, golden, and stuffed with creamy cheesy goodness, these Cream Cheese Poppers are the ultimate comfort snack that works as a quick appetizer, easy dinner side, or party favorite. Whether you’re looking for easy recipe ideas, quick appetizers, or just fun snack food, these poppers deliver every time. They’re crunchy on the outside, melty in the middle, and packed with flavor. Perfect for game days, family nights, or when you want a break from the usual dinner ideas.
Ingredients
4 oz cream cheese (softened)
2 green onions (finely chopped)
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp black pepper
2 eggs
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 cup milk or buttermilk
Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
1. In a bowl, combine cream cheese, green onions, cheddar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
2. Chill the mixture for 15–20 minutes to firm up.
3. Scoop and shape into 1–1.5 inch balls. Freeze for 10–15 minutes.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk eggs, milk, flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper until smooth. Let rest for 5 minutes.
5. Dip chilled cheese balls into batter to coat completely.
6. Heat oil to 350°F and fry poppers in small batches for 3–4 minutes or until golden.
7. Remove with slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
8. Serve hot with dips or garnished with extra green onions.
Notes
Always chill the filling before shaping for best results.
Make sure your batter is not too thin or it won’t coat well.
Reheat leftovers in the oven or air fryer to keep them crispy.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer / Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 popper
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg