This delectable recipe combines the gooey goodness of melted cheese with a crispy outer coating, making it the perfect party appetizer that will disappear in seconds. Get ready to impress your guests with this irresistible dish!
Ingredients
- 8 oz block of your favorite cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or pepper jack work well)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (you can use plain or seasoned)
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- Marinara sauce or salsa, for dipping (optional)
Instructions
- Begin by cutting the block of cheese into bite-sized cubes. Make sure they are small enough to fit comfortably in your mouth but not so small that they will melt completely during frying.
- Set up a breading station with three shallow bowls. Place the flour in the first bowl, beaten eggs in the second bowl, and breadcrumbs in the third bowl.
- Take a cheese cube and coat it evenly with flour, shaking off any excess. Then dip it into the beaten eggs, ensuring it’s fully coated.
- Roll the cheese cube in the breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere the crumbs to the cheese. Repeat this process with the remaining cheese cubes.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or a heavy-bottomed pot to 350°F (175°C).
- Carefully drop a few cheese cubes into the hot oil using a slotted spoon or tongs. Fry them in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan, which can lower the oil temperature and result in soggy cheese.
- Fry the cheese cubes for about 2-3 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy on the outside. Be attentive as they can quickly burn.
- Once the cheese cubes are fried to perfection, remove them from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
- Serve the fried cheese-stuffed appetizers immediately while they’re still hot and gooey. You can accompany them with marinara sauce or salsa for dipping, if desired.
- Watch as your guests devour these irresistible cheesy delights and be prepared to make another batch because they’ll disappear in no time!
Enjoy your homemade fried cheese-stuffed party appetizers and bask in the compliments from your friends and family!
