Homemade Fried Cheese Bites
Delightful homemade fried cheese bites with a crispy exterior and gooey center, perfect for snacks or appetizers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz of cheese (mozzarella or cheddar, cut into bite-sized cubes)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs (beaten)
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- 1 teaspoon onion powder (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for frying
- Marinara sauce (for dipping, optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the cheese by cutting it into bite-sized cubes and freezing for about 30 minutes.
- Set up a breading station with bowls for flour, beaten eggs, and mixed breadcrumbs.
- Coat each cheese cube in flour, then egg, and finally breadcrumbs.
- Heat the oil in a deep skillet to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the cheese bites until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.
- Drain on a paper towel and serve warm, optionally with marinara sauce.
Notes
Keep oil temperature consistent for better frying results. Fry in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
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