Cheese Bombs Recipe

Ingredients

• 1.5 teaspoon Dry Active Yeast
• 1 teaspoon Sugar for yeast activation
• 1/3 cup Luke-warm Water for yeast activation
• 2 cup All Purpose Flour
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Sugar for dough
• 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
• 2 teaspoon Vegetable Oil for dough
• Water to knead dough
• Pizza Sauce to spread
• 22 teaspoon Paneer diced, approximately 1/2 cup total for 11 rolls
• Italian Seasoning for sprinkle
• 11 cubes Processed Cheese 1/2 inch cubes, for 11 rolls
• Vegetable Oil for deep frying

Tips & Notes

• Tip You can bake the cheese bombs instead of deep-frying for a healthier option.

About This Recipe

An Indianized take on Italian Cheese Bombs, made with easily available ingredients. These deep-fried delights are perfect as a snack or appetizer.

Instructions

1. 1

   Activate Yeast

   In a bowl, combine 1/3 cup lukewarm water, 1 teaspoon sugar, and dry active yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.

2. 2

   Prepare Dough

   In a large bowl, mix flour, salt, 1 teaspoon sugar, and baking powder. Add the activated yeast mixture and 2 teaspoons vegetable oil. Gradually add water and knead until a soft, elastic dough forms.

3. 3

   Proof Dough

   Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.

4. 4

   Prepare Filling

   Dice the paneer and processed cheese cubes for the filling.

5. 5

   Assemble Bombs

   Divide the dough into 10-12 equal portions. Roll each portion into a small disc, spread with pizza sauce, add a piece of paneer and a cheese cube. Seal the edges to form a bomb and sprinkle with Italian seasoning.

6. 6

   Cook

   Deep fry the cheese bombs in hot vegetable oil until golden brown and cooked through. Alternatively, you can bake them until golden.

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