Description
Crispy fried cheese bites deliver a golden, irresistible snack that melts perfectly with each crunch. Cheesy goodness comes alive through simple ingredients and quick preparation, promising delightful moments of pure comfort for hungry appetites.
Ingredients
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Cheese:
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese (cubed)
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Wet Ingredients:
- 2 eggs (beaten)
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Prepare a deep pan and heat oil to a precise 350F (175C), ensuring optimal temperature for frying.
- Gently dust cheese cubes with a light coating of flour, creating a preliminary barrier for adhesion.
- Submerge floured cheese into whisked eggs, allowing complete coverage and helping breadcrumbs adhere effectively.
- Transfer egg-coated cheese into seasoned breadcrumb mixture, incorporating garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper for enhanced flavor profile.
- Double-coat the cheese by repeating the egg and breadcrumb process, guaranteeing an extra crispy exterior.
- Carefully lower breaded cheese cubes into hot oil, frying in smaller batches to maintain consistent golden-brown coloration.
- Monitor cooking process for approximately 1-2 minutes, ensuring cheese becomes crisp without burning or losing structural integrity.
- Extract fried cheese bites using slotted spoon, allowing excess oil to drip back into pan.
- Transfer to paper towel-lined plate to absorb remaining oil and maintain crispness.
- Serve immediately while warm, accompanied by preferred dipping sauce for maximum enjoyment.
Notes
- Double-coat the cheese cubes by dipping in egg and breadcrumbs twice for an extra crunchy exterior that’s irresistibly golden.
- Use a kitchen thermometer to maintain consistent oil temperature, preventing soggy or burnt cheese bites.
- Choose firm cheeses like mozzarella or halloumi that hold their shape during frying and create a delightful melty center.
- Swap wheat flour and breadcrumbs with almond flour and gluten-free breadcrumbs to make the recipe suitable for those with gluten sensitivities.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg