Description
Perfect as a snack or appetizer, these crispy, gooey Fried Cheese Bites are sure to be a hit! Enjoy the delightful combination of melty cheese and crunchy breadcrumbs.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb block of cheese (mozzarella, cheddar, or a mix), cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)
Instructions
- Prepare the cheese bites: Cut your block of cheese into 1-inch cubes and set aside.
- Set up the breading station:
- Place the flour in one bowl.
- In a second bowl, whisk the eggs.
- In a third bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Coat the cheese cubes:
- First, roll each cheese cube in the flour, shaking off any excess.
- Next, dip the floured cheese cubes into the beaten eggs.
- Finally, coat them in the seasoned breadcrumbs, pressing the crumbs to adhere well.
- Freeze the cheese bites: Place the breaded cheese cubes on a baking sheet and freeze for at least 30 minutes. This helps prevent the cheese from melting too quickly when frying.
- Heat the oil: Pour enough oil into a large frying pan to cover the cheese bites. Heat the oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C) or until a small piece of bread sizzles and turns golden within 30 seconds.
- Fry the cheese bites: Fry the cheese bites in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 1-2 minutes, turning them until they are golden brown on all sides.
- Serve: Remove from the oil and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauces, such as marinara, ranch, or honey mustard.
Notes
Enjoy these crispy, gooey Fried Cheese Bites as a perfect snack or appetizer for gatherings!
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 bites
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 120mg