Description
These fried cheese bites are crispy on the outside and gooey on the inside, making them the perfect appetizer for parties, game nights, or just a cheesy snack indulgence. With simple ingredients and easy preparation steps, you’ll have a crowd-pleaser ready in no time!
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 oz mozzarella string cheese (10 sticks)
- 1 cup Italian bread crumbs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- Cayenne pepper (optional)
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Cut the mozzarella sticks into bite-sized pieces.
- Prepare three bowls: one with flour, one with whisked eggs and milk, and one with breadcrumbs.
- Dip each piece of cheese into the flour, then the egg mixture, and finally the breadcrumbs. Repeat for double coating if desired.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet to 350°F.
- Fry the cheese bites in small batches for about 30 seconds, or until golden brown.
- Remove with a slotted spoon and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Serve immediately with marinara sauce or your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- Keep the cheese cold before frying to prevent it from melting too quickly.
- Freeze breaded cheese bites for 10-15 minutes before frying for best results.
- Try air-frying at 375°F for a healthier option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5-7 minutes per batch
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American, Italian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ~6 bites
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 45mg