Easy Fried Cheese Bites (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Cheese Bites Ingredients
01 -
10 oz mozzarella string cheese, cut into bite-sized pieces
02 -
1 cup Italian bread crumbs
03 -
1 cup all-purpose flour
04 -
2 eggs, whisked
05 -
1/4 cup milk
06 -
Cayenne pepper, optional
# Instructions:
01 -
Cut mozzarella string cheese sticks into bite-sized pieces.
02 -
In a medium bowl, whisk the eggs to break them up. Add the milk and whisk again to combine.
03 -
Prepare three bowls: one for flour, one for the egg and milk mixture, and one for bread crumbs. Arrange them in a line (flour, egg wash, bread crumbs).
04 -
Dip each piece of cheese into the flour, then into the egg wash, and finally roll it in the bread crumbs. Place coated cheese pieces on a plate.
05 -
Heat approximately 2 inches of vegetable oil in a medium skillet to 350°F (180°C). Test the oil by placing a wooden spoon handle into it; if bubbles form and roll around the handle, the oil is ready.
06 -
Set up a plate lined with paper towels.
07 -
Add 5-7 cheese bites to the hot oil at a time, ensuring they remain separated to prevent sticking. Fry for about 30 seconds, or until they are golden brown.
08 -
Remove fried cheese bites using a slotted spoon, and transfer them to the paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
09 -
Continue frying batches of cheese bites until all pieces are cooked.
10 -
Serve the fried cheese bites immediately, either with pasta sauce or on their own.
# Notes:
01 -
Ensure the oil is at the correct temperature to achieve crispy bites without overcooking them.
02 -
For a spicier flavor, sprinkle cayenne pepper into the bread crumbs before coating the cheese.