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Easy Fried Cheese Bites

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Crispy, golden on the outside and melty on the inside, these fried cheese bites are an easy-to-make, irresistible snack. Perfect for parties, game nights, or just indulging in cheesy goodness! Serve with marinara or your favorite dipping sauce for the ultimate treat.

Ingredients

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  • 10 ozmozzarella string cheese (or10sticks)1 cupItalian bread crumbs1 cupflour2eggs1/4 cupmilkCayenne pepper (optional, for added spice)
  • 1 cupItalian bread crumbs1 cupflour2eggs1/4 cupmilkCayenne pepper (optional, for added spice)
  • 1 cupflour2eggs1/4 cupmilkCayenne pepper (optional, for added spice)
  • 2eggs1/4 cupmilkCayenne pepper (optional, for added spice)
  • 1/4 cupmilkCayenne pepper (optional, for added spice)
  • Cayenne pepper (optional, for added spice)

Instructions

  1. 1️⃣Cut the Cheese:Slice each mozzarella stick into bite-sized pieces, about 1-inch long.
  2. Place the flour in one.Whisk together the eggs and milk in the second.Pour the Italian bread crumbs into the third and mix in a pinch of cayenne pepper if you like a little heat.3️⃣Bread the Cheese Bites:Roll each mozzarella piece in the flour, ensuring it’s fully coated. Then dip it into the egg mixture, letting the excess drip off. Finally, coat it evenly with the bread crumbs. Repeat this process for all the cheese pieces.4️⃣Chill:Arrange the breaded cheese bites on a tray and freeze them for at least 20-30 minutes. This step helps them hold their shape during frying.5️⃣Fry:Heat oil in a large skillet or deep fryer to 350°F (175°C). Carefully drop the cheese bites into the hot oil, frying them in small batches to avoid overcrowding. Cook for 1-2 minutes, or until golden and crispy.6️⃣Drain and Serve:Remove the fried cheese bites with a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve immediately with marinara sauce, ranch dressing, or your favorite dip.
  3. Whisk together the eggs and milk in the second.
  4. Pour the Italian bread crumbs into the third and mix in a pinch of cayenne pepper if you like a little heat.3️⃣Bread the Cheese Bites:Roll each mozzarella piece in the flour, ensuring it’s fully coated. Then dip it into the egg mixture, letting the excess drip off. Finally, coat it evenly with the bread crumbs. Repeat this process for all the cheese pieces.4️⃣Chill:Arrange the breaded cheese bites on a tray and freeze them for at least 20-30 minutes. This step helps them hold their shape during frying.5️⃣Fry:Heat oil in a large skillet or deep fryer to 350°F (175°C). Carefully drop the cheese bites into the hot oil, frying them in small batches to avoid overcrowding. Cook for 1-2 minutes, or until golden and crispy.6️⃣Drain and Serve:Remove the fried cheese bites with a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve immediately with marinara sauce, ranch dressing, or your favorite dip.
  5. 3️⃣Bread the Cheese Bites:Roll each mozzarella piece in the flour, ensuring it’s fully coated. Then dip it into the egg mixture, letting the excess drip off. Finally, coat it evenly with the bread crumbs. Repeat this process for all the cheese pieces.4️⃣Chill:Arrange the breaded cheese bites on a tray and freeze them for at least 20-30 minutes. This step helps them hold their shape during frying.5️⃣Fry:Heat oil in a large skillet or deep fryer to 350°F (175°C). Carefully drop the cheese bites into the hot oil, frying them in small batches to avoid overcrowding. Cook for 1-2 minutes, or until golden and crispy.6️⃣Drain and Serve:Remove the fried cheese bites with a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve immediately with marinara sauce, ranch dressing, or your favorite dip.
  6. 4️⃣Chill:Arrange the breaded cheese bites on a tray and freeze them for at least 20-30 minutes. This step helps them hold their shape during frying.
  7. 5️⃣Fry:Heat oil in a large skillet or deep fryer to 350°F (175°C). Carefully drop the cheese bites into the hot oil, frying them in small batches to avoid overcrowding. Cook for 1-2 minutes, or until golden and crispy.6️⃣Drain and Serve:Remove the fried cheese bites with a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve immediately with marinara sauce, ranch dressing, or your favorite dip.
  8. 6️⃣Drain and Serve:Remove the fried cheese bites with a slotted spoon 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

Freezing the bites before frying is crucial to prevent the cheese from leaking out.For a healthier version, bake the breaded cheese bites at 400°F (200°C) for 10-12 minutes or until golden.Experiment with different cheeses like cheddar or pepper jack for a fun twist!
For a healthier version, bake the breaded cheese bites at 400°F (200°C) for 10-12 minutes or until golden.Experiment with different cheeses like cheddar or pepper jack for a fun twist!
Experiment with different cheeses like cheddar or pepper jack for a fun twist!

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