EASY FRIED CHEESE BITES
When it comes to satisfying your cravings with a quick and delicious snack, Easy Fried Cheese Bites are the way to go. These delectable morsels combine the irresistible creaminess of mozzarella cheese with a crispy breadcrumb coating. Whether you’re looking for a mouthwatering appetizer or a savory treat to enjoy on its own, Easy Fried Cheese Bites have you covered. In this article, we’ll take you through the step-by-step process of creating these cheesy delights and provide some helpful tips along the way.
Ingredients:
Let’s start with the basics. Here are the ingredients you’ll need to whip up a batch of Easy Fried Cheese Bites:
| INGREDIENT | QUANTITY |
|---|---|
| Mozzarella string cheese | 10 oz (or 10 sticks) |
| Italian bread crumbs | 1 cup |
| Flour | 1 cup |
| Eggs | 2 |
| Milk | 1/4 cup |
| Cayenne pepper (optional) | To taste |
Instructions:
Now that you have your ingredients ready, let’s dive into the cooking process:
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- Begin by taking out a cutting board and cutting your mozzarella string cheese sticks into bite-size pieces.
- In a medium-sized bowl, add your eggs and whisk them to break them up. Then, add the milk and whisk again to fully incorporate the two ingredients.
- Set up two additional bowls. Fill one with flour and the other with Italian bread crumbs. Place the bowl with your egg and milk mixture in the middle, creating a row of three bowls (flour, eggs, bread crumbs).
- Take one piece of mozzarella cheese, dip it into the flour, and then immediately into the egg mixture. Roll the cheese bite around in the bread crumbs, ensuring it’s fully coated. You can place each finished piece on a plate once they are completed.
- In a medium-sized skillet, heat your vegetable oil to about 350 degrees (you can test this by placing a wooden spoon handle in the oil; if bubbles form around it, you’re ready).
- Prepare a plate lined with paper towels.
- Carefully add 5-7 cheese pieces into the hot oil for about 30 seconds. Make sure to keep them separated to prevent them from sticking together.
- Fry your mozzarella bites until they turn a beautiful golden brown, which should happen around the 30-second mark. Use a slotted spoon to remove the pieces from the oil and place them on the paper towels to drain any excess oil.
- Repeat this process with different batches until all of your Easy Fried Cheese Bites are fried to perfection.
- Serve immediately with pasta sauce for dipping, or enjoy them just as they are!
