Description
Golden, crunchy, and filled with gooey melted cheese, this crispy fried cheese is the ultimate appetizer or snack. Perfectly seasoned and served with a dipping sauce of your choice.
Ingredients
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For the Cheese Filling:
- 1 cup (120g) mozzarella cheese, cubed
- 1/2 cup (60g) cheddar cheese, cubed
For the Coating:
- 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup (120g) breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For Frying:
- 2 cups (480ml) vegetable oil
Instructions
- Prepare the Coating Station:
- In one bowl, add flour.
- In another bowl, beat eggs.
- In a third bowl, mix breadcrumbs, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Coat the Cheese:
- Dip each cheese cube in flour, then in the beaten eggs, and finally coat with breadcrumbs.
- Repeat the egg and breadcrumb coating for a double layer to ensure crispiness.
- Place coated cheese on a tray and freeze for 30 minutes to prevent melting during frying.
- Fry the Cheese:
- Heat oil to 350°F (175°C) in a deep pan.
- Fry cheese pieces in batches for 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
- Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Serve hot with marinara sauce, ranch, or honey mustard.
Notes
- Freezing the cheese before frying helps keep the shape intact.
- Use a thermometer to maintain the correct frying temperature.
