Planters Cheez Balls (Cheese Puffs) Recipe
This version of Planters Cheez Balls keeps the signature cheesy crunch while using simple ingredients you can find in most kitchens. It’s a nostalgic snack made fresh, giving you control over the flavor and texture just the way you like it.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cheddar Cheese finely shredded
- 2 oz Cream Cheese softened
- 1 tbsp Butter unsalted, softened
- 1 cup Cornmeal
- 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
- 1 tsp Baking Powder
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/2 tsp Paprika
- 1/4 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1/4 tsp Onion Powder
- 1/2 cup Water cold
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Mix cream cheese, butter, and shredded cheddar in a mixing bowl until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, combine flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Add the dry ingredients into the cheese mixture a little at a time, alternating with small amounts of cold water until a thick dough forms.
- Scoop small portions of dough and roll them into 1-inch balls using your hands.
- Heat oil in a deep pan to about 350°F.
- Fry the balls in batches for roughly 2–3 minutes or until golden and crisp.
- Remove them with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- Cool slightly before serving so they keep their crunch.