This page requires that scripting be enabled in your browser to function properly. If you need help enabling scripting, please vist our
technical FAQ page.

READY IN 50 mins

Goat Cheese Risotto Balls

Read Reviews (9)

"Any kind of risotto will work when preparing these tasty fried risotto balls stuffed with goat cheese. Use a prepackaged mix, or leftovers. As an appetizer or entree, Goat Cheese Risotto Balls are a favorite." — Lindsay

Ingredients Edit and Save

Watch video tips and tricks

Beet Salad with Goat Cheese

Goat Cheese Apple Walnut Pasta

Fig Brulee with Burrata Cheese

Bacon Risotto

Easy Cheese Ball II

Parmesan Cheese Twists

Baked Goat Cheese Caprese Salad

Strawberry Goat Cheese Bruschetta

Goat Cheese and Arugula Over Penne

Types of Cooking Oil

Original recipe makes 10 servings Change Servings

1 (5.5 ounce) package dry risotto mix
4 ounces goat cheese

1 tablespoon olive oil

Check All Add to Shopping List

Directions

Prepare risotto according to package directions. Chill in the refrigerator at least 1 hour, until cooled.
Roll risotto into 2 inch mounds. Place a marble-sized chunk of goat cheese on each mound. Press cheese chunks into mounds, then roll mounds around cheese, creating balls.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, heat the oil and cook the risotto balls, turning occasionally, until evenly golden brown. Drain on paper towels and serve hot.

Kitchen-Friendly View

PREP 10 mins
COOK 40 mins
READY IN 50 mins

ADVERTISE WITH US

Reviews More Reviews

Most Helpful Positive Review

Jan 25, 2004

it's really good even thought i've made some minor changes in the original recipe, like cooking the arborio in saffron chiken stock and seassoning the goat with a sprinkle of dill and some oyster sauce

—RUIESCOFF

See full review »

Most Helpful Critical Review

Oct 12, 2010

Mehh. They were ok. People seemed to like them, but I found them rather bland.

—TheWanderer

See full review »

12 Ratings

See other versions of this recipe!

Jan 03, 2009

My whole family loved this and to fry them faster i coated them in egg and milk mixture then rolled them in panko very good.

—Stacey Clark

See full review »

Sep 28, 2009

After rolling ingredients freeze for about 15 minutes. Dip in milk and egg mixture roll in Panko Bread crumbs and allow them to sit on a rack with something under the rack to catch the crumbs falling away for about 5 minutes. This will help to cut down on the moisture so the bread crumbs will not break away while frying.

—inounvme

See full review »

Mar 08, 2005

I made this as is. I used a herb/garlic risotto mix. It is messy making the balls up, but well worth it. It really does take 40 minutes to fry. Used med/high heat. Don't even bother checking them until at least 10 minutes. Turning them too soon or too often makes them fall apart. My nine year old loved it.

—RACHEL1070

See full review »

Jun 26, 2011

These were very good although it was very sticky creating the balls. Also they took a long time to cook.

—gloobella

See full review »

Jun 21, 2011

I made this for my boyfriend who always gets the risotto balls at our favorite restaurant. They were good but it did take a long time to cook. I made it again using pancos to cover the balls before putting them in the pan and it did seem to make the cooking process go faster, plus it was less of a mess as the risotto the first time fell apart a bit when flipped too early. And it's probably just me, but I found them extra good when dipped in to a bit of warm maple syrup.

—starkissedjade

See full review »

Jan 12, 2010

I had one heck of a time frying these in the pan -- other recipes on line call for deep frying -- so next time I will try stuffing then flattening like a crab cake. I made these for Christmas Eve and the flavor was fabulous and I reveived many compliments -- even from my 94 yr. old grandma -in-law who is really hard to impress!

—inksmommy

See full review »

Rate This Recipe

Edit

Glad you liked it! Your friends will, too:

Did you tweak the recipe? Edit and save your own version of it!

Edit this recipe

More Recipes Like This See all

Prim's Basil-Wrapped Goat Cheese Balls

Sun-Dried Tomato Goat Cheese Spread

Herbed Goat Cheese Spread

Creamy Goat Cheese and Honey

Mango and Goat Cheese Delight

Nutty Goat Cheese Bites

Warm Goat Cheese Sandwiches

Goat Cheese Torta

Goat Cheese Pizzas

Italian Cheese Balls

ADVERTISE WITH US

Nutrition

Calories
54 kcal
3%

Carbohydrates
0.4 g
< 1%

Cholesterol
9 mg
3%

Fat
4.7 g
7%

Fiber
0 g
< 1%

Protein
2.5 g
5%

Sodium
60 mg
2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Goat Cheese Risotto Balls

Serving Size: 1/10 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 10
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 54
Calories from Fat: 43

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4.7g 7 %
Saturated Fat 2.5g 13 %
Cholesterol 9mg 3 %
Sodium 60mg 2 %
Potassium 18mg < 1 %
Total Carbohydrates 0.4g < 1 %
Dietary Fiber 0g < 1 %
Protein 2.5g 5 %
Sugars 0.3g
Vitamin A 3 %
Vitamin C < 1 %
Calcium 4 %
Iron 2 %
** Thiamin < 1 %
Niacin 4 %
Vitamin B6 < 1 %
Magnesium 1 %
Folate < 1 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.