Description
Golden Cheese Crunch Bites are crispy, flavorful appetizers that are perfect for any gathering. These fried cheese bites are a delicious combination of sharp cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses coated in seasoned breadcrumbs.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese Mixture:
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Breading:
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Other:
- 2 large eggs (beaten)
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Cheese Mixture: In a medium bowl, mix cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses together. Shape into small balls and freeze for 20-30 minutes.
- Breading Station: Prepare three bowls with flour, beaten eggs, and seasoned panko.
- Coating: Roll each cheese ball in flour, dip in egg, then coat in seasoned panko.
- Frying: Fry in oil at 350°F (175°C) until golden and crispy.
- Serve: Drain on paper towels and serve warm.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of cayenne to the breadcrumb mix.
- These bites are perfect with ranch, marinara, or honey mustard dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 bites
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
