Description
Crispy Goat Cheese Poppers with Honey are the ultimate crowd-pleasing appetizer, perfect for any gathering, from casual get-togethers to special celebrations. These bite-sized treats boast a creamy goat cheese core enveloped in a crispy, golden-brown coating that tantalizes the taste buds. Drizzled with sweet honey and garnished with fresh chives, they deliver an irresistible combination of flavors and textures. Plus, these poppers are easy to prepare, making them a fantastic option for busy hosts looking to impress their guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 2/3 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 11 oz log of soft goat cheese
- 2 cups oil (grapeseed, canola or vegetable oil)
- 1 Tbsp honey
- 2 Tbsp minced fresh chives
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, mix flour and black pepper. In another bowl, whisk egg, salt, and water until smooth. In a third bowl, place panko breadcrumbs.
- Roll goat cheese into 24 balls (about 1 tbsp each). Coat each ball in flour mixture, dip in egg wash, then roll in panko breadcrumbs. Freeze for about 20 minutes.
- Heat oil in a deep saucepan to 350°F. Fry poppers in batches for 1-2 minutes until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
- Serve warm on a platter drizzled with honey and sprinkled with chives.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 poppers (180g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 70mg