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Air Fryer Triple Cheese Balls

Crispy on the outside, gooey on the inside—these air fryer triple cheese balls are made with a blend of mozzarella, cheddar, and cream cheese for the ultimate cheesy bite. Easy, fast, and perfect as a snack or appetizer.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Freezing Time 30 minutes
Total Time 53 minutes
Servings: 12 cheese balls
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • 1 egg
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • Salt to taste
  • Cooking spray

Equipment

  • Air fryer
  • Mixing bowl
  • Small bowl (for coating)
  • Baking tray
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, mix mozzarella, cheddar, and cream cheese until well combined.
  2. Form the mixture into small balls and place on a tray.
  3. Freeze for 30 minutes to firm up.
  4. Prepare three bowls: flour in one, beaten egg in another, breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder, paprika, and salt in the third.
  5. Roll each cheese ball in flour, dip in egg, then coat with breadcrumbs.
    Hands rolling homemade cheese ball mixture into a sphere before coating in crispy panko breadcrumbs.
  6. Preheat air fryer to 180°C (360°F).
  7. Spray cheese balls lightly with cooking spray.
  8. Air fry for 7–8 minutes until golden and crispy.
  9. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

Notes

  • Freeze well to prevent cheese from leaking.
  • Use panko breadcrumbs for extra crunch.
  • Serve with marinara, ranch, or spicy mayo.