Vegetable oil for frying Mix all the ingredients and knead with the palm of your hand until smooth. Make round balls (1 inch in diameter). Heat oil and brown the cheese balls. Drain them on a paper towel. Dip them in sugar syrup for 24 hours, before serving. SUGAR SYRUP: Heat 1 cup sugar and 2 cups water in a deep pan. Let boil. Turn down heat and simmer for 10 mins.