Description
Mozzarella Fried Cheese Bites are the ultimate indulgence—crispy on the outside with a gooey, melty cheese center. These bite-sized morsels are perfect for snacking, serving at parties, or as a fun appetizer. Serve them with marinara sauce for dipping, and prepare to watch them disappear in seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz mozzarella cheese block, cut into bite-sized cubes
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Marinara sauce, for dipping (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the cheese: Cut the mozzarella cheese block into bite-sized cubes, about 1 inch each. Set aside.
- Set up the breading station: In one shallow bowl, place the flour. In another bowl, beat the egg. In a third bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Bread the cheese: Dredge each cube of mozzarella in the flour, then dip it into the egg, and finally coat it in the seasoned breadcrumb mixture. Repeat with all the cheese cubes.
- Heat the oil: In a deep frying pan or skillet, heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). You can test the oil by dropping in a small piece of bread—if it sizzles and turns golden, it’s ready.
- Fry the cheese: Carefully drop a few breaded cheese cubes into the hot oil at a time, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for 1-2 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy on all sides. Use a slotted spoon to remove the cheese bites and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Serve: Serve the mozzarella fried cheese bites immediately with marinara sauce for dipping. Enjoy the cheesy goodness!
Notes
- For extra crunch, you can double-bread the cheese by dipping it back into the egg and breadcrumbs after the first coating.
- If you don’t have a deep fryer, a large skillet works great for frying these bites as well.
- Be sure not to overcook the cheese bites, or the cheese may ooze out completely during frying.
- These bites are best enjoyed fresh, but you can store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven to get them crispy again.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4-5 cheese bites
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg