Irresistible Cheesy Garlic Balls | 10-Ingredient Appetizer (Ready in 40 Min!)
🧀 Dive into gooey, cheesy goodness with these Garlic Mozzarella Dough Balls! Perfect for lazy cooks who want to impress. Learn how to make these irresistible appetizers that combine the comfort of freshly baked bread with the indulgence of melted cheese and savory garlic.
Ingredients:
2 Cups All-Purpose Flour
1 tsp Salt
1/2 tsp Yeast
1/3 Cup Water
1/2 Cup Milk
6 String Cheese sticks, cut into 3 pieces each
2 tbsp Butter
1/2 tsp Garlic Salt
1/4 tsp Garlic Powder
1/4 tsp Oregano
1/2 tsp Olive Oil
1/4 tsp Italian Seasoning
1 tbsp Chopped Chives
Instructions:
In a medium bowl, mix flour, yeast, salt, milk, and water until well combined.
Allow dough to rest for 30 minutes.
Split dough into 9 balls and stuff each with a piece of string cheese.
Grease an oven pan with butter and arrange dough balls.
Melt butter and mix with garlic salt, garlic powder, and oregano.
Pour butter mixture over dough balls.
Bake in the oven until golden.
Sprinkle with Italian seasoning and chopped chives before serving.
Prep time: 10 minutes
Rest time: 30 minutes
Cook time: 15-20 minutes
Total time: 55-60 minutes
Servings: 9 cheese-stuffed garlic balls
💡 Pro Tips:
For extra garlicky flavor, add minced fresh garlic to the butter mixture.
Experiment with different cheeses like cheddar or pepper jack for variety.
Serve with marinara sauce for dipping to complete the appetizer experience.
🔀 Recipe Variations:
Herbs & Cheese: Add chopped rosemary or thyme to the dough for an herby twist.
Spicy Kick: Mix in some red pepper flakes to the butter mixture for a spicy version.
Pizza Balls: Add a bit of tomato sauce and pepperoni to the cheese filling for mini pizza bites.
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