Description
This Easy and Cheesy Snack recipe features crispy baked cheese bites made from a delicious blend of cheddar and mozzarella cheeses combined with crushed buttery crackers and seasoned with garlic and onion powders. These bite-sized treats are quick to prepare and perfect as a warm appetizer or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese Mixture
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup crushed buttery crackers or bread crumbs
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Other
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
- Nonstick cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly coat a baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Mix ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the shredded cheddar, shredded mozzarella, crushed crackers or bread crumbs, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and parsley if using. Stir the ingredients until they form a sticky mixture that holds together.
- Form balls: Scoop out small tablespoon-sized portions of the mixture and gently roll or press them into bite-sized balls.
- Arrange on baking sheet: Place the cheese balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart to allow for even cooking.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the outside is lightly golden and crispy.
- Cool and serve: Allow the snacks to cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy them warm as a quick snack or appetizer.
Notes
- You can swap the cheese blend for other varieties such as pepper jack or Colby for different flavor profiles.
- Serve these cheesy bites with marinara sauce or ranch for dipping.
- Best enjoyed warm but can be reheated in an air fryer to restore crispiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
