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Cheesy Truffle Arancini

Cheesy Truffle Arancini

with Marinara Sauce | 4-6 Servings
3.0(92)59 ReviewsRead 59 customer reviews
Recipe Development Team
Recipe Development TeamUpdated on June 01, 2026
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Calories
: 
320 kcal
Protein
: 
8g protein
Total
: 
10 minutes
Difficulty
: 
Easy
Allergens:
  • Eggs
  • Milk
  • Wheat

If you like risotto and fried things (we do!), then you’ll love arancini. These little fried risotto balls also include mushrooms, Parmesan, fontina cheese, and black truffle. A panko breadcrumb coating makes for a crispy exterior. All you have to do is cook and enjoy. Mangia! Nutrition values are representative of a 1/2 bundle serving

Produced in a facility that processes eggs, milk, fish, peanuts, sesame, shellfish, soy, tree nuts, and wheat.
/ Serving 4 people

7.25 ounce

Cheesy Truffle Arancini

(Contains: Eggs, Milk, Wheat)

2.5 ounce

Marinara Cup

per serving
Calories320 kcal
Fat14 g
Saturated Fat4.5 g
Carbohydrate38 g
Sugar6 g
Dietary Fiber3 g
Protein8 g
Cholesterol50 mg
Sodium560 mg
Due to the different suppliers we purchase our products from, nutritional facts per meal can vary from the website to what is received in the delivered box, depending on your region.

Cooking Steps

1
  1. Keep refrigerated until ready to heat; best if used within 7 days.
2

CONVENTIONAL OVEN:

  1. Adjust rack to middle position and preheat oven to 400 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Remove arancini from packaging; place on a prepared sheet about ½ inch apart.
  3. Bake until cooked through, 8-10 minutes. Let cool for 2-3 minutes. Serve with marinara on the side.
3

AIR FRYER:

  1. Arrange arancini ½ inch apart in an air fryer basket (you may have to work in batches). Air-fry at 325 degrees until cooked through, 6-8 minutes. (Note: Air fryer times may vary).
  2. Let cool for 2-3 minutes. Serve with marinara on the side.

Customer reviews

Review summary

Updated on Dec 2025
  • Flavor: Many found it bland, with mixed opinions on the truffle — some felt it overpowering, others couldn't taste it at all.
  • Ease of prep: Quick and easy to prepare, with some preferring air frying for better texture.
  • Suggestions: Consider adding salt and extra seasoning to boost flavor. Serve with a flavorful dipping sauce for more taste.
  • Texture: Some found the interior too mushy or grainy; try cooking longer for a crispier exterior.
AI-generated from customer reviews

Reviews from our home cooks

S
Stacy O.Cooked for 2 people
|Aug 3, 2025

Good texture overall, and the cheese inside was smooth and flavorful. However, it overpowered the mushroom taste, which I was hoping to notice more. It didn't come with any marinara sauce, maybe it was forgotten? A good dipping sauce could've really brought this dish together.

B
Beatrice B.Cooked for 2 people
|Oct 2, 2024

The texture left a bit to be desired. If I get them again I think I'll heat them up a bit in the air fryer and then pan fry them. They need a bit of crunch. The marinara was very basic but I added spices and a bit of cream and it was serviceable.

L
Leigh L.Cooked for 2 people
|Dec 5, 2025

Easier than making from scratch & tastes about as good. Would get again.

A
Annmarie T.Cooked for 2 people
|Jan 14, 2025

Very good and fun to eat! Love the marinara sauce.

L
Lezlee C.Cooked for 2 people
|Jul 28, 2025

It's like a risotto ball in light breadcrumbs, excellent light dinner with a side salad.

C
Courtney G.Cooked for 6 people
|Jan 3, 2025

A nice comfort food. I enjoyed it with a bowl of soup.

Y
yuki C.Cooked for 3 people
|Jul 31, 2025

Very nice little snack for the little one and done in a jiffy in the air fryer

G
Greg L.Cooked for 2 people
|Aug 13, 2025

Delicious and fast to the table. Thank you. Travel well.

K
Kim G.Cooked for 2 people
|Aug 2, 2025

I had no idea what these were and they were amazing

K
Karen D.Cooked for 2 people
|Oct 13, 2024

Used my toaster oven to heat up (still looking for an air fryer).

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