1-First: mix 8 oz softened cream cheese, 2 cups shredded pepper jack cheese, 3 seeded and diced jalapenos, 1/4 cup chopped bacon, and 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce until everything blends smoothly.

2-Scoop: the mixture into balls and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet, then freeze for 30 minutes to help them hold shape.

3-Next: set up your coating stations with three bowls: one with 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, one with 2 beaten eggs, and one with a mix of 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs, 1/2 cup plain bread crumbs, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.

4-Heat: peanut oil or canola oil to 350˚F in a deep fryer or large pot before coating the frozen balls.

5-Dip: each ball first in the flour, then the eggs, and finally the bread crumb mixture for a thorough coating.

6-Once the oil is hot, fry several bites at a time for 2-3 minutes until they turn golden brown, then drain them on paper towels.