Here’s a full gluten-free Creamy Fried Bombs recipe — golden crispy on the outside, rich, creamy, and cheesy on the inside. Perfect for snacks, parties, or just treating yourself!
🌟 Gluten-Free Creamy Fried Bombs Recipe
💥 Ingredients:
For the Filling:
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1 tbsp olive oil or butter
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1 small onion, finely chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 cup cooked shredded chicken (or use mushrooms/spinach for vegetarian)
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1 cup cream cheese (softened)
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½ cup mozzarella cheese (shredded)
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¼ tsp black pepper
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¼ tsp paprika
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Salt to taste
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2 tbsp chopped parsley or green onion (optional)
For the Dough:
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1 cup mashed potatoes (well-mashed, no lumps)
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1 egg
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½ cup gluten-free all-purpose flour
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¼ cup cornstarch
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Salt to taste
For Coating:
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½ cup gluten-free breadcrumbs (or crushed gluten-free cornflakes)
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1 egg (beaten)
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¼ cup cornstarch
For Frying:
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Oil for deep frying (neutral oil like canola or sunflower)
📝 Instructions:
1. Make the Creamy Filling
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Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
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Sauté onions and garlic until soft and fragrant.
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Add shredded chicken and cook for 1-2 minutes (or sauté mushrooms/spinach if using vegetarian).
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Stir in cream cheese, mozzarella, pepper, paprika, and salt.
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Cook on low until everything is creamy and combined.
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Mix in parsley or green onion.
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Let it cool and refrigerate for 15–20 minutes to firm up.
2. Prepare the Dough
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In a bowl, mix mashed potatoes, egg, gluten-free flour, cornstarch, and salt.
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Knead into a soft but non-sticky dough. If too sticky, add a little more cornstarch.
3. Form the Bombs
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Take a spoonful of dough, flatten it in your palm.
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Add a teaspoon of chilled filling in the center.
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Carefully seal and roll into a smooth ball.
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Repeat until all dough and filling are used.
4. Coat the Bombs
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Roll each ball in cornstarch, dip in beaten egg, then coat with gluten-free breadcrumbs.
5. Fry to Perfection
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Heat oil in a deep pan to 170–180°C (340–355°F).
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Fry 3–4 bombs at a time until golden and crispy (2–3 minutes per side).
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Drain on paper towels.
✅ Tips:
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You can bake or air-fry at 200°C (390°F) for 15–20 minutes for a lighter version.
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Freeze before frying for a quick make-ahead snack.
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Swap chicken for sautéed spinach + feta for a vegetarian twist!
🍽️ Serve With:
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Garlic mayo
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Sweet chili sauce
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Ranch dip
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Or just eat plain — they’re that good!
