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Easy Fried Cheese Bites

Deliciously Easy Fried Cheese Bites That Everyone Will Love

Easy Fried Cheese Bites are crisp on the outside and gooey inside, a simple and delightful comfort food.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Freezing Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 4 bites
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Cheeseballs
  • 1 cup Bocconcini well-drained
  • 1/2 cup All-purpose flour or gluten-free flour
  • 3 large Eggs beaten
  • 1 cup Plain bread crumbs or panko for extra crunch
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Italian seasoning oregano and basil can be substituted
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust to taste
For Frying
  • 2 cups Canola oil or vegetable/peanut oil

Equipment

  • Large frying pan
  • mixing bowls
  • parchment paper
  • slotted spoon
  • Kitchen towel
  • Thermometer

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Start by thoroughly draining the bocconcini cheese and patting each piece dry with a kitchen towel.
  2. Prepare three separate bowls: mix all-purpose flour with salt and dried Italian seasoning in the first bowl, beat three large eggs in the second bowl, and combine plain bread crumbs with garlic powder in the third bowl.
  3. Take each bocconcini ball, dip it into the flour mixture, then into the beaten eggs, and finally roll it in the seasoned bread crumbs.
  4. Arrange the coated mozzarella balls on a parchment-lined tray and place in the freezer for 1-2 hours.
  5. In a large pan, heat canola oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (180°C). Add mozzarella balls in small batches and fry for 60-90 seconds until golden brown.
  6. Remove the fried cheese bites with a slotted spoon and let drain on a plate lined with paper towels. Serve with warm marinara sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 4bitesCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure bocconcini is well-drained to prevent bursting during frying. Double dip for extra crunch.

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