Fried Cheese Bites
Crispy on the outside, gooey on the inside, these fried cheese bites are the perfect appetizer or snack!
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 8 ounces Mozzarella cheese cut into 0.5 inch cubes
- 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 large Eggs beaten
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs panko preferred
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- for frying Vegetable oil
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- In three separate shallow bowls, set up your dredging stations: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Dip each mozzarella cube first in the flour, then in the beaten egg, and finally coat thoroughly with the breadcrumb mixture. Ensure each piece is well-coated.
- Place the coated cheese bites on a plate or baking sheet and freeze for at least 30 minutes to help them hold their shape during frying.
- In a deep skillet or pot, heat about 2-3 inches of vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
- Carefully fry the cheese bites in batches for 1-2 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Do not overcrowd the pan.
- Remove the fried cheese bites with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
Serve with marinara sauce, ranch dressing, or sweet chili sauce for dipping.
Nutrition
Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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