Description
These Easy Fried Cheese Bites are crispy on the outside, gooey on the inside, and perfect for snacking or as a party appetizer. With a simple breading and a quick fry, you’ll have a delicious treat ready in no time.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese Bites:
- 8 ounces mozzarella cheese cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 1/2 cups Italian-style breadcrumbs
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For Frying:
- Vegetable oil
For Serving:
- Marinara sauce for dipping
Instructions
- Prepare Cheese: Pat the cheese cubes dry with paper towels.
- Set Up Breading Station: Place flour in one bowl, beaten eggs in another, and breadcrumbs mixed with seasonings in a third.
- Coat Cheese: Dredge each cheese cube in flour, then eggs, and finally breadcrumbs. For extra crunch, repeat the egg and breadcrumb coating.
- Chill: Chill coated cheese bites in the freezer for 20 minutes.
- Fry: Heat oil to 350°F, fry the cheese bites in batches for 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve: Drain on paper towels and serve hot with marinara sauce.
Notes
- You can use cheddar, pepper jack, or Colby cheese instead of mozzarella.
- For a lighter option, cook them in an air fryer at 375°F for 6-8 minutes.
- Best enjoyed hot and fresh.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Method: Deep-Fry
- Cuisine: American, Italian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5 to 6 bites
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
