Description
Crispy golden fritters filled with molten smoked Gouda, served with a tangy-sweet balsamic honey mustard dipping sauce. Perfect as an appetizer, party snack, or indulgent bite-size treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups shredded Smoked Gouda
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (or panko)
- Vegetable oil, enough for deep frying
- 1/2 cup Dijon mustard (for sauce)
- 3 tablespoons honey (for sauce)
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar (for sauce)
- 2 teaspoons olive oil (for sauce)
- Pinch of salt (for sauce)
Instructions
- Heat oil and prepare: Pour vegetable oil into a heavy-bottomed pot or deep skillet to a depth suitable for deep frying and heat to 350°F (175°C). Line a plate with paper towels for draining.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper until evenly combined.
- Combine wet ingredients: In the dry mixture, stir in eggs and milk until smooth and slightly thickened.
- Add cheese and herbs: Fold in the shredded smoked Gouda and chopped parsley until the mixture holds together but remains slightly loose.
- Shape and coat: Place breadcrumbs in a shallow dish. Use a cookie scoop or spoon to portion the batter, form into balls, then roll each ball in breadcrumbs until fully coated.
- Fry in batches: Fry the coated fritters in small batches for 3 to 4 minutes, turning as needed, until they are deep golden brown and crispy on the outside with melted cheese inside.
- Drain and finish: Remove fritters with a slotted spoon and drain on the prepared paper towels. Sprinkle a little extra finishing salt while still hot if desired.
- Make the dipping sauce: Whisk together Dijon mustard, honey, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl until smooth and glossy.
- Serve warm: Arrange fritters on a platter with the balsamic honey mustard sauce in a small bowl for dipping and serve immediately.
Notes
- Chill the mixture briefly before shaping to help fritters hold their shape during frying.
- Fry in small batches to maintain oil temperature and ensure a crisp exterior.
- For extra crunch, double-coat in breadcrumbs.
- Reheat leftovers in an oven or air fryer to restore crispness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approximately 6 fritters)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
Keywords: smoked gouda fritters, cheese fritters, appetizer, party snack, balsamic honey mustard, fried appetizers, crowd-pleaser