Ingredients
Filling:
1½ cups shredded Monterey Jack
1½ cups shredded Pepper Jack
3–4 jalapeños, diced
2 tbsp cream cheese (optional)
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp onion powder
Salt and pepper
Breading:
1 cup flour
2 eggs + 1 tbsp milk
1½ cups seasoned breadcrumbs
For Frying:
Vegetable oil
Instructions
Mix cheeses, jalapeños, seasonings, and cream cheese.
Roll into balls and freeze 30–45 min.
Set up breading: flour → egg → breadcrumbs.
Bread frozen bites, repeat for extra crunch.
Heat oil to 350°F. Fry 2–3 min until golden.
Drain and serve with dipping sauce.
Notes
Yield: About 20 bites
Prep Time: 15 minutes (+ freezing)
Cook Time: 3 minutes per batch
Total Time: 45 minutes