Cheese Balls & Pops
When I did not have cake pop maker, I used to bake cheese balls in the oven. The shape did not come out exactly round and sometimes, they would get opened if not sealed properly. But now, it's lot of fun to prepare cheese balls using cake pop maker. Even if you use cake pop maker, make sure cheese balls are sealed properly and that they do not get cracked otherwise your cake pop maker will be spoiled and will take lot of time to clean. I am saying this from my experience. Hope you enjoy!
Ingredients
| Crescent rolls dough/Flaky pizza dough | 8 Ounce (Pillsbury) | |
| Extra virgin olive oil | 2 Tablespoon | |
| Garlic clove | 1 , mince | |
| Finely chopped fresh herbs | 1 Teaspoon (or 1/2 tsp dry herb) | |
| Mozzarella cheese | 1 Cup (16 tbs) , shredded | |
| Cream cheese | 2/3 Cup (10.67 tbs) | |
| Italian cheese | 1/4 Cup (4 tbs) (any hard cheese or parmesan) | |
| Salt and pepper | To Taste |
Directions
MAKING
1. On floured surface, unroll dough and roll into 1/8-inch thin sheet. Set aside.
2. In a small bowl, combine olive oil, herb, garlic, and salt. Mix well and spread the mixture on the dough.
3. Cut the dough into equal sized squares and set aside.
4. In a separate bowl, mix together mozzarella, Italian cheese, and cream cheese. Season with pepper and mix well.
5. Place ½ tablespoon of cheese mixture and in the center of each dough square. Seal well and roll dough into balls as shown in the video.
6. Bake in preheated cake pop maker for about 2-3 minutes or until nice and golden. Remove from oven and insert cake pop sticks into each.
SERVING
7. Garnish with parsley and serve with marinara sauce.
TIPS
You can bake in a preheated 350 degree F oven until nice and golden.
Recipe Summary
Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Calories 250Calories from Fat 158
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 18 g27.7%
Saturated Fat 7 g35%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol
Sodium 443 mg18.46%
Total Carbohydrates 16 g5.3%
Dietary Fiber %
Sugars
Protein 7 g14%
Vitamin A % Vitamin C %
Calcium % Iron %
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
