Mozzarella Fried Cheese Bites
These Mozzarella Fried Cheese Bites are crispy on the outside with gooey, melty cheese on the inside. They’re easy to make, and a crowd favorite for any occasion. Serve them with marinara sauce for dipping and enjoy this perfect appetizer or snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings (about 24 bites) 1x
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound mozzarella cheese sticks, cut into bite-sized pieces (or use fresh mozzarella balls)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (preferably Italian-style)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- Marinara sauce, for dipping (optional)
Instructions
- Cut the mozzarella cheese sticks into 1-inch pieces or use mozzarella balls. Make sure the cheese is firm and chilled to prevent it from melting too quickly while frying.
- In three separate shallow bowls, place flour, beaten eggs, and a mixture of breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
- Dredge each piece of cheese first in the flour, then dip it in the beaten eggs, and finally coat it thoroughly with the breadcrumb mixture. Repeat with all the pieces.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep frying pan or pot over medium heat. The oil should be about 350°F (175°C). Carefully add the cheese bites to the hot oil in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for 1-2 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- Serve the mozzarella bites hot, with a side of marinara sauce for dipping. Enjoy the crispy, melty goodness!
Notes
- For extra crispiness, you can double dip the cheese bites (flour, egg, breadcrumbs, egg, breadcrumbs).
- Be sure to keep the cheese as cold as possible to avoid melting too fast during frying.
- You can also experiment with adding different herbs to the breadcrumb mixture, such as basil or thyme, for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: ~320 kcal
- Sugar: ~2g
- Sodium: ~500mg
- Fat: ~20g
- Saturated Fat: ~7g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~13g
- Trans Fat: ~0g
- Carbohydrates: ~25g
- Fiber: ~2g
- Protein: ~15g
- Cholesterol: ~30mg
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