Description
Easy Fried Cheese Bites are the perfect combination of cheesy goodness and crispy texture. These bite-sized treats are a hit at parties, gatherings, or as a delicious snack for any time of day!
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 oz mozzarella string cheese (or 10 sticks)
- 1 cup Italian bread crumbs
- 1 cup flour
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- Cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Cut the Cheese: Slice each mozzarella stick into bite-sized pieces, about 1-inch long.
- Set Up the Breading Station: In three separate bowls, place the flour in one, whisk together the eggs and milk in the second, and pour the Italian bread crumbs into the third. Add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the bread crumbs if you like a little heat.
- Bread the Cheese Bites: Roll each mozzarella piece in the flour, dip it into the egg mixture, and then coat it evenly with the bread crumbs. Repeat for all cheese pieces.
- Chill: Place the breaded cheese bites on a tray and freeze them for at least 20-30 minutes to ensure they stay intact when fried.
- Fry: Heat oil in a large skillet or deep fryer over medium-high heat to 350°F (175°C). Carefully drop the cheese bites into the hot oil and fry for 1-2 minutes or until golden and crispy, working in batches to avoid overcrowding.
- Drain and Serve: Remove the cheese bites from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve immediately with marinara sauce, ranch dressing, or your favorite dip.
Notes
- For added flavor, you can experiment with different spices or cheese varieties.
- Ensure the cheese bites are properly chilled before frying to prevent them from melting too quickly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
Keywords: Fried cheese bites, mozzarella bites, crispy cheese snacks, easy cheese appetizers