Easy Fried Cheese Bites Recipe
These easy fried cheese bites are crispy on the outside and gooey on the inside. Perfect for parties, game nights, or as a quick snack, this recipe features melty cheese coated in a crunchy breadcrumb crust and fried to golden perfection. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce for an irresistible treat!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 block mozzarella cheese (or cheese of choice)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Cut cheese into bite-sized cubes.
- Set up a breading station: Place flour in one bowl, beaten eggs in another, and breadcrumbs mixed with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika in a third.
- Dip each cheese cube into flour, then egg, then coat with breadcrumbs. Repeat egg and breadcrumb coating for extra crispiness.
- Heat oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry cheese bites in batches for 1-2 minutes or until golden brown.
- Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- Serve hot with marinara sauce or your favorite dip.
Notes
- Freeze coated cheese bites for 30 minutes before frying to prevent melting.
- Use different cheeses like cheddar, pepper jack, or gouda for variety.
- Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 6-8 minutes as a healthier alternative.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6-8 bites
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
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