Ingredients:
1 lb mozzarella cheese (cut into bite-sized cubes)
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs (beaten)
1 cup breadcrumbs (preferably Italian-style)
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
Oil (for frying)
Directions:
Prepare the Cheese:
Cut the mozzarella cheese into bite-sized cubes and set them aside.
Set Up the Breading Station:
In three separate bowls, place the flour in the first bowl, the beaten eggs in the second bowl, and the breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper in the third bowl.
Coat the Cheese:
Take each cheese cube and first coat it in flour, shaking off any excess. Next, dip it into the beaten eggs, allowing any excess to drip off. Finally, roll the cheese cube in the breadcrumb mixture, ensuring it’s fully coated. Repeat for all cheese cubes.
Heat the Oil:
In a deep skillet or frying pan, heat about 2 inches of oil over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
Fry the Cheese Bites:
Carefully add a few coated cheese cubes to the hot oil, frying them in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry for about 2-3 minutes or until they are golden brown, turning occasionally for even cooking.
Drain and Serve:
Use a slotted spoon to remove the fried cheese bites from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve hot with marinara sauce or your favorite dipping sauce.
Enjoy your crispy and gooey Homemade Fried Cheese Bites!
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes
Kcal: 300 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings