Description
Crispy fried cheese bites deliver a golden, mouthwatering appetizer perfect for gatherings. Melted cheese centers and crunchy exteriors invite guests to savor each delectable morsel with pure culinary delight.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or choice)
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
Seasoning:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
Cooking Ingredient:
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Transform cheese blocks into compact, uniform cubes approximately one-inch in size.
- Prepare three separate shallow containers: first with fine flour, second with whisked eggs, third with seasoned breadcrumbs incorporating herbs and spices.
- Gently roll each cheese cube through flour, ensuring complete and even powder coverage.
- Submerge floured cubes into beaten eggs, allowing excess liquid to drip off.
- Carefully coat egg-drenched cubes with seasoned breadcrumbs, pressing gently to create a thick, adherent layer.
- Repeat egg and breadcrumb coating for enhanced crispiness and texture.
- Preheat vegetable oil in a deep skillet to precisely 350°F, monitoring temperature with a cooking thermometer.
- Carefully lower breaded cheese cubes into hot oil, working in small batches to maintain optimal temperature.
- Fry for 60-90 seconds, rotating occasionally, until exterior transforms into a rich golden-brown color.
- Extract cheese bites using a slotted spoon, allowing excess oil to drain on absorbent paper towels.
- Rest cheese bites for 2-3 minutes to stabilize coating and prevent immediate cheese leakage.
- Plate alongside marinara sauce or preferred complementary dipping condiment, serving immediately while crisp and warm.
Notes
- Double-coat the cheese cubes to create an extra crispy, golden exterior that locks in the melty cheese goodness.
- Use cold, firm cheese like mozzarella or cheddar to prevent melting too quickly during frying and maintain the perfect bite.
- Experiment with different seasoning blends in the breadcrumbs like Italian herbs, garlic powder, or smoked paprika to add exciting flavor variations.
- Chill the breaded cheese bites for 15 minutes before frying to help the coating stick better and prevent cheese from leaking during cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 322 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 3600 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 140 mg