Imported from Instagram
Two-Ingredient Parmesan Cheese Balls with Bacon
A simple and crispy snack made from a base of Parmesan cheese and egg whites, elevated with savory bacon bits. These bites have a texture similar to stuffed pizza crust with a crunchy exterior and a cheesy, bread-like interior.
Cook this recipe, hands-free
Open it in SeeMeCook for step-by-step Cook Mode, built-in timers, and your whole recipe library — free to start.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 2 egg whites (large)
- 2 tbsp bacon bits (cooked and finely chopped)
- hot sauce (for serving)
Steps
- 1
In a mixing bowl, combine the grated Parmesan cheese and egg whites.
- 2
Add the cooked bacon bits to the cheese mixture.
- 3
Mix the ingredients together thoroughly until they form a thick, dry dough consistency.
- 4
Take small portions of the dough and roll them between your palms to shape them into small balls.
- 5
Cook the cheese balls in an air fryer at 375°F (190°C) for 6-8 minutes, or until they are deep golden brown and crispy on the outside. Alternatively, you can fry them in oil until golden.
- 6
Serve immediately, optionally dipping in hot sauce or marinara.
Notes
The creator notes that adding bacon is a 'pro move' that enhances the flavor. The texture is described as being very similar to the crust of a stuffed crust pizza. While the creator used hot sauce, they also suggest marinara as a traditional pairing.
Nutrition per serving
Every recipe, finally cookable.
Turn your next favorite video into a recipe you can actually follow — ingredients, steps, and times in seconds.
Already have SeeMeCook? Open this recipe →