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Homemade Fried Cheese Bites
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 Homemade Fried Cheese Bites
✔ Only 7 Ingredients – Simple pantry staples create magic.
✔ Crispy & Gooey – The perfect texture contrast in every bite.
✔ Better Than Store-Bought – No mystery ingredients, just real cheese!
✔ Customizable – Use different cheeses & seasonings for fun twists.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz block of mozzarella cheese (or try cheddar, pepper jack, or gouda!)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (for dredging)
  • 2 large eggs, beaten (the glue for the breading)
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko for extra crunch!)
  • ½ tsp garlic powder (for flavor)
  • ½ tsp paprika (adds color & mild spice)
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • Vegetable oil (for frying—can sub with canola or peanut oil)

Dipping Sauce Ideas:
🍅 Marinara
🥛 Ranch
🌶 Spicy mayo
🍯 Honey mustard

Instructions

1. Cut & Prep the Cheese

  • Slice the cheese into 1-inch cubes (small enough to eat in one bite but big enough to stay melty).
  • Set up a breading station with three bowls:
  • Bowl 1: Flour
  • Bowl 2: Beaten eggs
  • Bowl 3: Breadcrumbs + garlic powder, paprika, salt & pepper

2. Bread the Cheese Bites

  • Dredge each cube in flour (shaking off excess).
  • Dip in egg, letting excess drip off.
  • Roll in breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
  • For extra crunch, repeat the egg and breadcrumb step!

3. Freeze Before Frying (Key Step!)

  • Place breaded bites on a parchment-lined tray.
  • Freeze for 1 hour (this prevents cheese from oozing out too fast).

4. Fry to Golden Perfection

  • Heat 2 inches of oil in a deep pot to 350°F (175°C).
  • Fry in small batches (don’t overcrowd!) for 1-2 minutes until golden.
  • Drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.

5. Serve Immediately!

  • These are best fresh and hot—the cheese stays gooey for about 5 minutes.
  • Pair with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy!

Notes

🔥 Keep Oil Hot (But Not Too Hot) – If the oil is too cool, the bites will absorb too much oil. Too hot, and they’ll brown before the cheese melts. 350°F is perfect!

🧊 Freeze Well – You can bread and freeze these up to a month ahead—just fry straight from frozen (add 30 sec to cook time).

Keywords: Homemade Fried Cheese Bites are irresistibly crispy, cheesy, and fun—perfect for any occasion

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